Hyderabad, Sept. 14 -- All India Majlis-e-Ittehadul Muslimeen (AIMIM) chief Asaduddin Owaisi, highlighting the multifaceted nature of the country, weighed in on the row over vegetarian food served at the BRICS Summit, stating that India's identity is defined by its diverse cultures, languages, and dietary habits.

Speaking on the controversy surrounding the menu, the Hyderabad MP noted that dietary preferences vary widely across all communities in the country.

"In this country, around 20% of minorities are vegetarian... India's diversity includes different cultures, religions, languages and food habits. I do not know how many people liked it or did not like it... A diplomat would say that India's diversity is not only cultural but also r...