Jamia VC’s “Mahadev DNA” Remark Sparks Controversy at RSS Event
Statement by Mazhar Asif at Jamia Millia Islamia during Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh’s Yuva Kumbh event triggers protests and widespread debate.
At a Yuva Kumbh event organized by the RSS on the Jamia campus, Vice-Chancellor Mazhar Asif said that “all Indians share the DNA of Mahadev (Lord Shiva)”, highlighting unity despite differences in language, culture, and traditions.
He explained his remark by referring to Lord Shiva’s family as a symbol of coexistence, where diverse beings live together peacefully, conveying a broader message of harmony and inclusivity.
While he praised Sanatan culture for promoting collective welfare, the statement sparked protests from student groups like NSUI, and heavy police deployment was seen outside the campus. The video of his speech has since gone viral, intensifying the political and social discourse.
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