USCIRF Officials Urge US Govt Not to Grant High-Level Meetings to RSS Leaders
Summary
USCIRF officials have urged the US government not to grant high-level meetings or diplomatic honors to RSS leaders and to consider targeted sanctions over alleged religious freedom violations. The remarks come ahead of RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat’s planned visit to New York, drawing criticism from Indian officials and Hindu rights groups.
Key Points
- USCIRF officials said RSS leaders should not receive high-level US government meetings or diplomatic honors.
- The commission also urged targeted sanctions against RSS members accused of religious freedom violations.
- The comments were made ahead of RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat’s planned visit to New York for a program in August.
- India has rejected USCIRF’s criticism and accused the body of relying on dubious sources.
