Mazhar Asif, the vice-chancellor of Jamia Millia Islamia (JMI), made a controversial statement during a recent event celebrating the 100th anniversary of the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS), asserting that all Indians share a 'common DNA of Mahadev' despite their diverse traditions and cultures. The remarks were captured in a 30-second video that circulated on social media, although it has not been independently verified. Following Asif's comments, students at JMI staged protests, alleging that the event represents an attempt to saffronize educational institutions. Saiyed, the Delhi state president of the All India Students’ Association (AISA) and a master's student at JMI, criticized the vice-chancellor's statement as unscientific and reflective of the influence of the Sangh in academia. He emphasized that such comments contradict the principles of democracy. The JMI administration has not provided any official response regarding the remarks.