{"id":116805,"date":"2026-04-24T09:33:02","date_gmt":"2026-04-24T04:03:02","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/mavericknews30.com\/?p=116805"},"modified":"2026-04-24T09:33:03","modified_gmt":"2026-04-24T04:03:03","slug":"indias-civilisational-vision-can-shape-a-harmonious-global-order-hosabale","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/mavericknews30.com\/?p=116805","title":{"rendered":"India\u2019s Civilisational Vision Can Shape a Harmonious Global Order: Hosabale"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Washington, April 2026 :<\/strong> Dattatreya Hosabale, General Secretary of the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh, articulated a sweeping civilisational vision of India rooted in unity, diversity, and sustainability, asserting that the country is uniquely positioned to contribute to a more balanced and harmonious global order.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Speaking at an exclusive dinner reception on \u201cIndia\u2019s Global Vision and Role in the Emerging World\u201d in the Washington area, Hosabale said India\u2019s philosophical traditions offer enduring frameworks to address contemporary global challenges such as social fragmentation, environmental degradation, and rising geopolitical tensions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cThe vision of India is that there is a fundamental oneness in all existence\u2014living and non-living,\u201d he said, underlining that this concept forms the bedrock of India\u2019s worldview. According to him, such a perspective fosters coexistence, mutual respect, and a deeper understanding of interconnectedness.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Hosabale pointed to the contradictions of modern civilisation, noting that rapid material advancement has not been matched by a corresponding growth in values. \u201cWe have multiplied our possessions, but not our values. There is more knowledge, but less judgment\u2026 more experts, but more problems,\u201d he observed, highlighting the imbalance that defines much of the contemporary world.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In contrast, he said, India\u2019s approach seeks to harmonise material progress with spiritual insight. Emphasising sustainability, Hosabale invoked traditional Indian thought that regards nature as a mother figure. \u201cThere is enough for our need, but not for our greed,\u201d he said, linking this philosophy to modern environmental concerns and the need for responsible consumption.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

A key element of his address was the role of diversity in shaping a cohesive global society. \u201cDiversity should be celebrated as the beauty of human society,\u201d he said, stressing that cultural differences must coexist within a broader framework of unity rather than becoming sources of conflict.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Expanding on the idea of global harmony, Hosabale said humanity has long explored relationships at multiple levels\u2014between individuals, between humans and nature, and between humans and the divine. Despite these varied paths, he argued, they ultimately converge on a shared truth. \u201cTruth is one, though there are many ways to approach it,\u201d he said.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Framing India\u2019s global role, Hosabale highlighted the civilisational ethos captured in the phrase \u201cVasudhaiva Kutumbakam\u201d\u2014the world as one family. \u201cWhen India says the world is one family, it speaks from lived experience,\u201d he said, pointing to India\u2019s long history of accommodating diverse religious and cultural communities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

However, he cautioned that India\u2019s ability to play a meaningful global role depends on its internal strength. \u201cIndia must be a self-confident and prosperous society,\u201d he said, emphasising the need to integrate modern development with cultural ethos and civilisational values.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Hosabale also underscored India\u2019s historically non-expansionist approach. \u201cIndia has never invaded or enslaved others,\u201d he said, adding that Indian communities abroad have contributed positively to their host nations while maintaining social harmony.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Foreign policy expert Walter Russell Mead supported this view, stating that a \u201cstrong, self-confident, and outward-looking India\u201d could play a transformative role in global geopolitics, particularly in reducing the risk of conflicts in Asia. \u201cThe world needs a vibrant and developed India,\u201d he remarked.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Similarly, Walter Andersen, who has studied the RSS for decades, described the organisation as a \u201cstabilising influence\u201d in India, citing its emphasis on patriotism and its ability to adapt to changing societal needs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Beyond geopolitics, Hosabale highlighted India\u2019s growing soft power, particularly in areas such as wellness and lifestyle. He noted the increasing global interest in practices like yoga, which promote balance, health, and mental well-being.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The event, part of discussions linked to the Hudson Institute\u2019s New India Conference, brought together scholars, policymakers, and community leaders to examine India\u2019s expanding global footprint and its philosophical contributions to international discourse.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Addressing questions on regional issues, Hosabale acknowledged tensions with Pakistan but attributed them to political and historical factors rather than civilisational differences. He emphasised that people-to-people relations across borders remain resilient despite diplomatic challenges.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Clarifying the role of the RSS, he stated that the organisation does not directly shape government policy but aligns with what it perceives as the national interest. \u201cOur focus is on society, not politics,\u201d he said.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Hosabale also stressed the importance of global partnerships built on mutual respect and understanding. \u201cSustainable cooperation requires mutual trust and recognition of each other\u2019s needs,\u201d he said, warning that the absence of such principles could weaken international relations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

At the societal level, he identified key priorities including social harmony, eco-friendly living, family values, and civic responsibility. These, he argued, are universal principles that transcend national boundaries and are essential for long-term stability.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cA nation must be strong and self-confident to serve humanity,\u201d Hosabale concluded, reiterating that India\u2019s civilisational values position it to contribute meaningfully to addressing global challenges and fostering a more harmonious world order.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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