Kolkata, Feb. 8 -- Union Minister Giriraj Singh on Sunday said that Hindus across the country and the world must unite, asserting that there are very few nations for Hindus globally.

Speaking to ANI, he said the upcoming West Bengal Assembly elections would be a "do-or-die" battle.

"Hindus in the country should also unite, and Hindus around the world should too. There aren't many countries for Hindus. The election in Bengal this time will be a do-or-die battle. In every home in Bengal, a Gopal Patha will have to emerge. Otherwise, they (TMC) will have us slaughtered," Singh said.

He was reacting to Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) chief Mohan Bhagwat's remarks.

His remarks come amid heightened political rhetoric in the state ahead of...