Meerut, February 21: In a landmark public gathering marking the RSS centenary year, Sarsanghchalak Dr. Mohan Bhagwat asserted that the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh stands unparalleled. ‘No comparison is possible with Sangh because nothing like it exists,’ he declared, dismissing notions that its shakhas resemble paramilitary drills. Instead, he described them as workshops meticulously shaping every facet of an individual’s personality.
Dr. Bhagwat delved into the RSS’s origins, recalling the pre-independence era when Dr. Hedgewar, its founder, drew inspiration from titans like Tilak, Malaviya, Bose, Savarkar, Bhagat Singh, and Chandrashekhar Azad. These visionaries battled colonial rule and societal ills alike, pondering why India repeatedly fell to foreign domination. Hedgewar concluded that a harmonious, disciplined Hindu society was the antidote to fragmentation, superstitions, and inequalities.
Defining ‘Hindu’ inclusively, Bhagwat emphasized unity amid diverse faiths and rituals. ‘Hinduism means integration, welfare for all, and cosmic benevolence,’ he said. India’s spiritual legacy, producing unparalleled sages over two centuries, inspires global harmony. Despite historical diversity, ancestors discerned true unity beyond superficial differences.
Reflecting on a century of trials—bans, false accusations, assassinations, and hardships—Bhagwat praised swayamsevaks’ resilience, propelling RSS into societal leadership today. In this centenary, he urged the noble public to join nation-building efforts.
During Q&A, on education budgets, he advocated community-driven schools like ancient times, supplementing government aid. On uniform policies, he noted national frameworks allow regional tweaks, pushing for consensus. Addressing moral decay, he called for value-based education and selfless prosperity. On caste politics, RSS fosters harmony, urging societal vigilance. OTT content? Discernment is key, as even epics stream there.