NEW YORK: RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat has reiterated that Hinduism does not support the idea that Muslims should be excluded from Bharat, stressing that India’s civilisational ethos is rooted in accepting and respecting diversity.
Addressing the “One World, One Humanity” event in New York on August 29, Bhagwat said people may follow different religious paths, but ultimately humanity is one.
Bhagwat emphasised that diversity should not merely be tolerated but accepted, respected and protected. He said social transformation begins with dialogue, service and engagement with society rather than through political action alone.
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The RSS chief also referred to the organisation’s service activities, saying that its volunteers are involved in around 1.3 lakh service projects reaching people without discrimination.
Bhagwat’s remarks are significant because he has previously made a similar assertion about Muslims and Hindu identity. In 2018, he had said that a person who believes Muslims should not live in India cannot call himself a Hindu.
His latest comments in the United States come amid continuing debates over Hindutva, Indian identity, religious diversity and the idea of Bharat.
Speaking about the broader objective of the event, Bhagwat presented the concept of “One World, One Humanity” as an appeal for greater social harmony, dialogue and mutual respect across communities.
Key Takeaway
Bhagwat’s message in New York was unambiguous: India’s Hindu civilisational identity, in his view, does not mean excluding Muslims or other communities from the country.
