Mazhar Asif, the Vice Chancellor of Jamia Millia Islamia in New Delhi, India, made a controversial statement during a 'Yuva Kumbh' event linked to the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS), claiming that 'all Indians share Mahadev's DNA.' This remark has ignited a backlash, with the Students' Federation of India (SFI) labeling it 'unscientific' and 'regressive.' The SFI also reported a crackdown on peaceful student protests, alleging that protesters were assaulted by university authorities. In response, the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) has defended Asif's comments, with Amit Malviya, head of the BJP's IT department, arguing that such statements should be viewed as civilizational metaphors rather than literal claims. He emphasized that India's identity is shaped by a shared cultural heritage that transcends geographic and religious differences. Malviya referenced historical figures to support the idea that Indian Muslims are integral to the country's composite culture. The incident underscores the ongoing tensions between student activism and the administration at Jamia Millia Islamia, reflecting broader societal debates about national identity and cultural unity.