RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat on Friday emphasised the need to promote Sanskrit as a medium of communication, stating that the language is the root of all Indian languages, reported news agency PTI.

Speaking at the inauguration of a new building at Kavi Kulguru Kalidas Sanskrit University, Bhagwat pointed out the distinction between understanding Sanskrit and being able to converse in it, reported PTI.

He noted that while the university will receive government support, public participation is equally essential.