CJI’s mother to be chief guest at RSS event, brother says invite, ideology ‘separate’: Report
Amravati: Kamaltai Gavai, the mother of Chief Justice of India B.R. Gavai and a political activist, is set to be the chief guest at an upcoming RSS event linked to the Vijayadashami celebrations in Amravati, Maharashtra, on October 5.
The event, which follows the Sangh’s annual Vijayadashmi celebration at its headquarters in Nagpur, coincides with the centenary of the Sangh’s formation. This development has raised eyebrows due to her son’s high-profile position as the Chief Justice of India. However, Dr Rajendra Gavai, CJI’s brother and a leader of the Republican Party of India (RPI), confirmed that Kamaltai would attend the event, as reported by The Indian Express on Wednesday.
“The Gavai family has always maintained relationships that go beyond political boundaries, relationships that are above party lines,” TIE quoted him as saying.
According to RSS sources quoted in the report, Kamaltai’s invitation is in her personal capacity, acknowledging her activism and her role as the wife of the late Ramakrishna Gavai, former Governor of Maharashtra, who was known as ‘Dadasaheb Gavai’.
Officials of the RSS communication wing Vishwa Samvad Kendra mentioned that Kamaltai’s consent was sought before sending the official invitation. “The programme is in Amravati. It has nothing to do with the Nagpur event. The publicity department swayamsevaks in Amravati went to them (the Gavais), gave an official invitation, and they accepted it,” TIE quoted them as saying.
Speaking to the media, Rajendra Gavai said: “The Sangh’s programme is being held in Amravati, and Aai Saheb (mother) has received and accepted the invitation. It is important to note that in the past, leaders like B.D. Khobragade, a barrister and former Deputy Chairman of the Rajya Sabha, and Dadasaheb Gavai have attended the Sangh’s Vijayadashmi events in Nagpur. Hence, even our mother accepted the invite.”
Responding to questions about the Chief Justice’s mother attending a Sangh event, Rajendra Gavai clarified: “My brother holds a very important position today, and that is why some opponents do not like it. They continue to spread baseless things about our family. We visit temples, churches, and mosques with equal respect, but opponents deliberately speak ill and make false remarks about us.”
Rajendra emphasised that their father has maintained cordial relationships with political leaders across the spectrum, from Atal Bihari Vajpayee to Indira Gandhi, yet their ideological beliefs remained distinct. “Attending someone’s function does not mean one’s ideology changes. That is absolutely not the case. In fact, I believe people should attend each other’s events as a matter of respect and goodwill,” he added.
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CSK's Ayush Mhatre ruled out of remainder of IPL 2026 due to hamstring injury
New Delhi (PTI): Chennai Super Kings batter Ayush Mhatre has been ruled out of the remainder of the ongoing IPL season due to a hamstring injury, dealing a major blow to the five-time champions.
The franchise said Mhatre, who sustained the injury during CSK’s previous game against Sunrisers Hyderabad on April 18, will require a rehabilitation period of six to 12 weeks.
"Ayush Mhatre has been ruled out of the remainder of IPL 2026 due to a left hamstring injury sustained while batting during the match against Sunrisers Hyderabad on April 18.
"Ayush's injury will require a rehabilitation period of 6-12 weeks," CSK announced on its social media on Tuesday.
The 18-year-old, who came in as an impact substitute, was seen in visible discomfort and clutched his hamstring while attempting a run during CSK’s 10-run loss to SRH in Hyderabad.
He required on-field treatment and, although he continued briefly, was dismissed soon after.
"It looks pretty bad, unfortunately. And he's going to be a big, big loss because he's been in really nice touch for us," CSK's batting coach Mike Hussey had said at the post-match press conference.
Mhatre has been CSK's standout batter this season. He lea collecting 201 runs from six matches at a strike-rate of 177.87.
Chennai Super Kings have endured a poor start to the 2026 season, losing four of their six matches to languish in eighth place.
