Mohan Bhagwat, the head of the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS), reiterated his stance during a speech in New York that the concept of a 'Hindu Rashtra' does not exclude Muslims. He stated that anyone believing Muslims should not be part of India cannot truly be considered a Hindu. Bhagwat emphasized that Hindutva promotes universal brotherhood and that all religions ultimately lead to the same divine truth. He highlighted India's historical tradition of welcoming people of all faiths and stressed that the true essence of Hindutva lies in recognizing the unity of humanity despite religious differences.
Bias read (Center): While the subject matter relates to religious identity and national ideology, which are politically charged, the article presents Bhagwat's statements without overtly endorsing or criticizing them. The framing emphasizes his arguments for inclusivity and unity, rather than taking a clear ideological




