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RSS Chief Bhagwat Emphasizes Hindu Unity Through Diversity at London Event
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In Short: RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat addressed a London audience, emphasizing that Hindu unity is not about uniformity but diversity, and expressed confidence in the future generation's ability to make the world better.
RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat, speaking at a London event, emphasized that the concept of 'Hindu Rashtra' is based on diversity rather than uniformity, stating, 'uniformity is not necessary for unity.' He also expressed confidence in the current generation, noting their desire to improve the world and suggesting they would not betray their roots if faced with conflicts between British and Indian interests.
Bhagwat's remarks were part of the RSS's centenary-year global outreach, aiming to deepen engagement with the diaspora and provide a positive perspective on the organization's work. He noted that diversity is a natural aspect of Hindu thought and urged acceptance and respect for different forms of diversity.
During the event, Bhagwat highlighted the extensive activities of the RSS, noting that its volunteers are active in nearly every field of human life, making it challenging to summarize their contributions. He also expressed that Hindus cherish nature, which forms the foundation of unity and character building within the organization.
Asked about the essence of Hindu unity, Bhagwat stressed the importance of focusing on commonalities rather than differences, and acknowledged that conflicts between British and Indian interests would not necessarily lead to a conflict among British Hindus, as long as they remain 'pucca Hindus.
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- Asked what inspired him about the current generation, Bhagwat said he was “more confident about future generations”, which, he said, had an urge to make the world a better place and were willing to shed “petty differences” for that purpose.
- “Hindutva never asks you to betray your ‘karmabhoomi’,” he said.
- Bhagwat earlier held similar events in New York and Toronto.
- But if such a conflict arose, he acknowledged, British Hindus would naturally side with Britain.
- According to him, this concept embodies pure and virtuous love for all, which is traditionally characteristic of Hindus.
- Mohan Bhagwat, the Chief of the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS), addressed the ‘Celebration of Unity’ event in London on September 6, where he articulated that a Hindu is not merely an individual but represents family, community, society, and humanity as a whole.
- Expressing confidence in future generations, Bhagwat remarked that he has greater faith in the youth, who possess a desire to improve the world.