UP News: During the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sanghs (RSS) national meet in Mathura, RSS General Secretary Dattatreya Hosabale virtually endorsed Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanaths slogan “batengey toh katengey” (“divided we fall”), emphasizing unity among Hindus against forces that aim to divide on lines of religion, caste, and ideology. Speaking on the last day of the meet, Hosabale warned, “If we discriminate or divide based on language, state, upper or backward castes, then we will be decimated.”Unity beyond words: Calls for action and integrationThe slogan, initially given by Yogi Adityanath during an Agra event in August, was later used by Prime Minister Narendra Modi in a rally in Thane, Maharashtra, underscoring its growing significance. Hosabale emphasized, “The issue is of Hindu unity. We often say that those who forget the Hindu thought invite disaster, and lose their family, land, and places of worship.” Hosabale stressed that this message transcends mere words, stating that unity needs to be demonstrated through actions. Mere speeches are insufficient,” he noted, calling for genuine efforts towards unity across society.The broader impact: Hindu unity for peace and global goodAsserting that Hindu unity is essential for the well-being of society and global harmony, Hosabale added, “Hindu unity is for everyones good, for global happiness and peace.” He emphasized that Hindu unity is fundamental to safeguarding society and fostering world harmony. “This is the RSSs pledge,” Hosabale said, asserting that the organization echoes the voice of society.
