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American Singer Criticizes Mamdani Over RSS Chief's New York Visit
A US-based musician has publicly objected to a New York event featuring RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat, challenging the framing of the gathering as a celebration of universal values.
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An American singer has voiced opposition to a Manhattan event scheduled to host RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat, questioning the stated purpose and messaging of the August 29 programme. The event, promoted on its website as a "Universal Oneness Celebration," is being organized with involvement from Zohran Mamdani, according to reports.
The critic's objection centres on concerns about how the event is being presented to the public, particularly its branding as an interfaith and inclusive gathering. The discrepancy between the event's promotional messaging and the RSS's known ideology has drawn scrutiny from diaspora communities and civil society observers in the United States.
Mamdani, a New York-based political figure, has been associated with organizing the event featuring the RSS chief. The engagement has sparked broader debate within Hindu American communities and among observers of the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh's international outreach efforts.
The RSS, a right-wing Hindu nationalist organization with significant influence in Indian politics, has been expanding its presence and messaging in North American diaspora circles in recent years. Events such as this reflect attempts by the organization to reshape its global image and build broader coalitions among Hindu American populations.