

The RSS-BJP rift, rise in Indian asylum seekers, and a 'bid to muzzle press'
24 snips Sep 5, 2024
Deeptiman Tiwary, a journalist, delves into the RSS's backing of the caste census, revealing tensions with the BJP. Jay Mazoomdar highlights a surge in undocumented Indians crossing into the US, with Canada emerging as a key transit route. Sohini Ghosh discusses a significant Delhi High Court ruling, critiquing the government's attempt to suppress press freedoms by canceling an old lease with Express Newspapers. The conversation uncovers critical social, political, and press freedom issues shaping contemporary India.
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RSS Backs Caste Census for Welfare
- RSS supports caste census for welfare targeting disadvantaged communities, not for political use.
- They caution against misuse of caste data for electioneering or socio-political agendas.
RSS's Complex Caste Stance
- RSS wants to end caste discrimination while maintaining reservations.
- It struggles with caste politics as it conflicts with Hindu unity ideals.
RSS Admits Tensions with BJP
- RSS openly admits issues with BJP but frames them as family matters resolved internally.
- This admission is notable following prior tensions after JP Nadda's remarks.