Archive · 30 Aug 2026
RSS Chief Urges Indian Diaspora Loyalty to Work Countries
Mohan Bhagwat spoke to Indian people living in the United States.
He said their “karma bhumi” means the country where they live and work.
Their “janma bhumi” means the country where they or their families come from.
He said people should be loyal to the country where they live.
He also said they can help India when they are able, but this is not required.
Bhagwat spoke about India and America being united despite having many different cultures.
The event included music, dance, and messages from different religious communities.
He encouraged people to support one another and make small changes for a more sustainable life.
Mohan Bhagwat urged the Indian diaspora to fulfil duties toward both their “karma bhumi” and “janma bhumi.”
He said Indians living in America should remain loyal and true to the United States, where they live and work.
The RSS chief highlighted India’s ethos of unity in diversity and said diversity should be celebrated, respected, and accepted.
More than 6,000 Indian-American community members and interfaith leaders attended the Universal Oneness Celebration in New York.
The event included cultural performances, interfaith messages, diaspora meetings, and Bhagwat’s visit to the Bhakti Centre.
- Who
- RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat addressed members of the Indian-American community, interfaith leaders, business executives, and community leaders.
- What
- He urged the Indian diaspora to fulfil responsibilities toward both their place of work and their country of birth, while promoting unity in diversity.
- When
- August 30, 2026; the PTI report described the address as taking place on Saturday.
- Where
- The Universal Oneness Celebration was held at Madison Square Garden’s Infosys Theatre in New York.
- Why
- Bhagwat said balancing responsibilities, respecting diversity, and supporting others could help a world facing multiple challenges.
- Speaker
- Mohan Bhagwat, chief of the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh
- Event
- Universal Oneness Celebration
- Organizer
- American Hindus for Engagement and Dialogue
- Venue
- Madison Square Garden’s Infosys Theatre, New York
- Attendance
- More than 6,000 Indian-American community members and interfaith leaders
- Main message
- Remain loyal to the country where one lives and works while retaining a connection to one’s country of birth
- Additional themes
- Unity in diversity, community support, sustainability, and the message of Raksha Bandhan
