As part of its centenary and Vijayadashami celebrations, the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) conducted march-pasts across Thiruvananthapuram here on Thursday.
The Communist Party of India (Marxist) leader Brinda Karat on Thursday slammed Prime Minister Narendra Modi's speech at the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh's centenary celebration. She alleged that the PM was trying to do a whitewash job on the fact that "the RSS had absolutely nothing to do wit
Marking 100 years of the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS), Chief Mohan Bhagwat on Thursday emphasised the importance of individual character building and the central role of the Shakha system in nurturing discipline and value-driven citizens.
In his Vijayadashami speech, Bhagwat warned that similar forces are active in India, both within and outside the country, and emphasised the need for democratic means to bring about transformation.
Bhagwat also paid tribute to former Prime Minister Lal Bahadur Shastri on his birth anniversary, highlighting his devotion, dedication, and service to the nation.
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Thursday said that the 100 years of the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh are not merely the journey of an organisation, but an inspiring saga of nation-building. He congratulated the RSS volunteers for their "devotion" to the motherland.
Speaking on the occasion, the Chief Minister said, "In our country, we see an image of 'Maa' (Bhagwati) in our girls. We have been celebrating kanya pujan for years."
He cautioned individuals who resort to disorder, arson, and vandalism in the name of religion, particularly during festivals. He specifically addressed those who claim "I Love Muhammad" while engaging in destructive behaviour, questioning their awareness of the ongoing Shardiya Navratri c