Nagpur: Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) organised its Vijayadashami celebration in Nagpur on Tuesday, October 20. In this programme organised on the occasion of the completion of the centenary year of the Sangh, Sangh chief Mohan Bhagwat performed weapon worship and addressed the volunteers. During this, he spoke on issues like Indian culture, social unity, Swadeshi, responsibility of youth and diversity of the country. He said that India is a country with different languages, traditions, food and customs, but everyone should move forward unitedly.
What happened at the centenary celebrations of RSS in Nagpur?
The Vijayadashami festival of Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh was organised at Reshimbagh ground in Nagpur. This programme had special significance because the Sangh completed 100 years of its establishment in 2025 and organised programmes related to the completion of the centenary year in 2026.
Sangh chief Mohan Bhagwat performed weapon worship as per tradition. Earlier, he offered floral tributes to the statue of Sangh’s founder, Dr Keshav Baliram Hedgewar at Smriti Mandir. Organising weapon worship and path movement on the day of Vijayadashami is a part of the old tradition of RSS. The Sangh was also established in Nagpur in the year 1925 on the day of Vijayadashami.
What did Mohan Bhagwat say on India’s diversity?
In his address, Mohan Bhagwat mentioned the cultural diversity of India. He said that different sects, regions, castes, languages, food and customs exist in the country. Despite these differences, India needs to move forward unitedly. He stressed strengthening national unity and social harmony. According to Bhagwat, it is important to accept and protect the diversity of the country. He also appealed to the people to understand their cultural identity and discharge their responsibilities towards the country. The Times of India
What did the Sangh chief say while mentioning Saint Ravidas?
Mohan Bhagwat also remembered the contribution of Saint Ravidas in the programme. He said that when the country was facing foreign invasions and social difficulties, Saint Ravidas gave the message of loyalty, social harmony and devotion towards Swadharma.
Describing the life of Saint Ravidas as inspirational for the society, Bhagwat said that he showed positive direction to the people through his conduct. According to him, Saint Ravidas worked to console the society and boost the morale of the people. He also said that to maintain unity and mutual harmony in the society, it is necessary to understand the thoughts and contributions of great men.
What message did Mohan Bhagwat give regarding youth and movements?
In his address, the Sangh chief also talked about the role of movements. He said that the aim of any movement should be to solve problems. If a movement deviates from its original objective and becomes a political instrument, then it does not provide the expected benefits to the society.
He appealed to the new generation to develop the ability to understand the difference between right and wrong. Bhagwat said that the youth should be eager to learn new things, but they should take decisions on every subject thoughtfully. He also expressed concern over the increasing use of drugs and said that parents should make the new generation aware about the ill effects of drugs.
Why was emphasis given on indigenous and Indian identity?
In his address, Mohan Bhagwat expressed the need to adopt Swadeshi and be aware of Indian identity. He said that the Sangh has been working for a long time towards organising the society on the basis of India’s cultural identity and traditions. He stressed strengthening the unity of the country and understanding social responsibilities. Also, Bhagwat said that participation of all sections of the society is necessary to take India forward.
Overall, the centenary year Vijayadashami celebration of RSS in Nagpur was celebrated with weapon worship and addressed by Mohan Bhagwat. Indian diversity, social harmony, Swadeshi, responsibility of youth and national unity were the main topics in his speech.
