Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh publicity chief Sunil Ambekar on Wednesday said that the Hindu-Muslim conflict in India should come to an end, stressing that all Indians share the same DNA.
Speaking at an event organized by the Pune Union of Working Journalists in Pune, Ambekar said communal tensions between Hindus and Muslims existed even before the formation of the RSS.
He said, “Now this conflict should end because everyone in this country has the same DNA.”
Says Religious Change Does Not Change Nation or History
Ambekar said a belief had developed among sections of Muslims that changing religion also changes one’s nation and history.
“Unfortunately, this separatist thinking led to the division of the country,” he said, referring to the 1947 Partition.
He added that such thinking should now be left behind and society should move towards harmony.
Advises Indian Muslims to Look at Indonesia, Not Pakistan
In his remarks, Ambekar urged Indian Muslims to take inspiration from Indonesia instead of Pakistan.
He pointed out that Indonesia has the world’s largest Muslim population and yet continues to reflect strong Hindu-Buddhist cultural influences.
“Indian Muslims should not look towards Pakistan but towards Indonesia,” he said.
Ambekar also claimed that positive social reform initiatives are now emerging within the Muslim community in India.
RSS Stresses Population Balance, Not Control
Referring to recent remarks by Mohan Bhagwat on a three-child policy, Ambekar clarified that the RSS is focused on maintaining demographic balance rather than pushing population control.
He said population policies in Europe and China have changed, and India should think in terms of long-term demographic stability.
“Population balance is important in India. Demographic changes played a role in Partition and could impact the country’s culture and identity in the future,” he said.
At the same time, he clarified that the RSS does not force or instruct families on how many children they should have.
“Every family should make decisions according to its own circumstances. This is our cultural viewpoint,” he added.
Responds to Questions on RSS Legal Status
Ambekar also addressed recent questions about the legal status and financial transparency of the RSS.
He said the organization is a legally recognized social body and all its financial transactions are carried out through banking channels.
He said local RSS units operate with permission and can open bank accounts legally.
“There is no legal dispute regarding the RSS. Confusion is being spread for political gains,” Ambekar said.
His remarks came after Priyank Kharge recently sought clarification from the RSS chief regarding the organisation’s legal status and funding sources.
