Archive · 30 Aug 2026
Jamiat Demands RSS Action Against Those Spreading Hate
Mohan Bhagwat, the head of the RSS, spoke in the United States about respecting people of different religions.
He said that unity among different communities is part of Bharat’s identity.
He also said that a Hindu who wants Muslims excluded from Bharat would not truly remain a Hindu.
Arshad Madani of Jamiat Ulama-i-Hind said these ideas should also be followed in India.
Madani asked what the RSS has done against people who spread hatred toward Muslims and Christians.
He mentioned alleged support for violence, boycotts, and attacks on religious and educational places.
He wants Bhagwat to openly reject such people and take action against them.
Opposition parties made similar criticisms, while the Bharatiya Janata Party supported Bhagwat’s remarks.
RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat said unity in diversity is part of Bharat’s DNA during events in the United States.
Bhagwat said a Hindu who believes Muslims should not live in Bharat would no longer remain a Hindu.
Jamiat Ulama-i-Hind leader Arshad Madani asked why the RSS has not expelled people who allegedly spread hatred and support violence.
Madani urged Bhagwat to distance himself from such people and take effective action in India.
Opposition parties accused Bhagwat of doublespeak, while the Bharatiya Janata Party praised his explanation of Hinduism.
- Who
- RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat, Jamiat Ulama-i-Hind leader Arshad Madani, opposition parties, and the Bharatiya Janata Party.
- What
- Jamiat demanded that Bhagwat and the RSS take action against people who spread hatred, while political parties debated the meaning of his remarks on religious diversity.
- When
- The remarks and reactions were reported on Sunday, August 30; the year is not specified in the report.
- Where
- Bhagwat made the remarks during events in the United States; Madani issued his response from New Delhi.
- Why
- Jamiat said Bhagwat’s message about unity and respect should be implemented in India through action against those accused of spreading religious hatred and undermining equal rights.
Jamiat and Opposition Criticism
Bhagwat and BJP Position
Whether the remarks are being implemented
Jamiat and Opposition Criticism
Jamiat and opposition parties said Bhagwat should communicate the message to leaders and groups accused of spreading hatred and should demonstrate it through concrete action in India.
Bhagwat and BJP Position
Bhagwat emphasized that unity in diversity and respect for all religions are central to Bharat, while the Bharatiya Janata Party praised him for explaining what Hinduism means.
Action against hate speech and violence
Jamiat and Opposition Criticism
Arshad Madani questioned what action the RSS has taken against people who allegedly support violence, boycotts, and attacks on Muslim institutions, and called for effective measures.
Bhagwat and BJP Position
The report does not state that Bhagwat or the RSS announced a specific disciplinary action in response to Madani’s demand.
Consistency of the message
Jamiat and Opposition Criticism
Opposition parties and Madani argued that speaking about religious harmony in the United States is insufficient unless equal rights and protection are visible in India.
Bhagwat and BJP Position
Bhagwat’s reported remarks presented religious diversity and the inclusion of Muslims as fundamental to Bharat’s identity.
- RSS chief
- Mohan Bhagwat
- Jamiat representative
- Arshad Madani
- Main demand
- The RSS should distance itself from and take effective action against people who spread hatred.
- Bhagwat’s message
- Unity in diversity is part of Bharat’s identity, and excluding Muslims is incompatible with being a Hindu.
- Allegations cited by Madani
- Hatred against Muslims and Christians, support for mob lynchings and violence, calls for boycotts, and targeting of mosques, madrasas, and educational institutions.
- Political reaction
- Opposition parties alleged doublespeak, while the Bharatiya Janata Party praised Bhagwat’s remarks.