Ramdev Defends "Hindu Rashtra," Critics Warn of Religious Divisions

In an NDTV interview, Yoga guru Ramdev defended his "Hindu Rashtra" comments, emphasizing unity and shared ancestry among Indians. He stated that no one should fear the concept of a Hindu nation since all ancestors are the same. Critics like Congress leader Salman Khurshid and Samajwadi Party leader Fakhrul Hasan Chand argued Ramdev's statements could create divisions, while others dismissed fears of religious polarization. The Constitution guarantees equal rights for all religions.