This refers to “Beyond RSS charm offensive” (September 19). Whether out of compulsion or conviction, the way Mohan Bhagwat, Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) chief, has opened up about its perceived ideology and practices looks sincere. It is possible that he has realised the diminishing returns from anti-minority activities of its outfits, Vishwa Hindu Parishad (VHP), Bajrang Dal, and the overzealous utterances of some Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) followers. His declaration that those who ask Muslims to leave India do not understand Hindutva is significant.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi is the Sangh’s last hope to make the dream of Hindutva forces ruling