Hindu nationalist leader spurs protests and calls for sanctions ahead of New York City speech
Hindu nationalist leader Mohan Bhagwat is set to give a speech at a New York City event that has sparked controversy. The Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) chief, a key figure in India's ruling party, is scheduled to address around 5,000 Indian American members at Madison Square Garden. The event, titled "Universal Oneness Celebration," aims to promote unity among Hindu Americans.
However, it has drawn significant opposition. New York Mayor Zohran Mamdani has denounced the event, describing RSS ideology as exclusionary and at odds with the city's pluralistic values. The organizers of the event, American Hindus for Engagement and Dialogue, have not responded to requests for comment.
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