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The RSS organized march-pasts across multiple locations in Thiruvananthapuram as part of their centenary celebrations. Mohan Bhagwat delivered his annual Vijayadashami speech emphasizing the importance of the Shakha system. He highlighted how the system creates value-driven citizens through daily discipline and activities. The RSS chief also outlined five key initiatives aimed at bringing gradual social transformation across the country.

Key Points: RSS Conducts March-Pasts Across Thiruvananthapuram for Centenary

  • March-pasts conducted at over 100 locations across Kerala's capital city
  • Bhagwat emphasized Shakha system's role in individual character building
  • RSS chief outlined five initiatives for social transformation
  • Organization marks 100 years since founding by Dr Hedgewar
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Kerala: RSS conducts march-pasts across Thiruvananthapuram

RSS holds march-pasts at 100+ locations in Kerala capital during Vijayadashami celebrations as Mohan Bhagwat emphasizes Shakha system's role in character building

"The Sangh Shakha is such a system. For the past 100 years, Sangh Karyakartas have consistently sustained the system in all kinds of circumstances. - Mohan Bhagwat"

Thiruvananthapuram, October 2

As part of its centenary and Vijayadashami celebrations, the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) conducted march-pasts across Thiruvananthapuram here on Thursday.

The march-pasts were conducted at more than 100 locations in Kerala's capital.

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.

Delivering his annual Vijaydashami speech in Nagpur on Thursday, Bhagwat said, "The system for creating individuals was destroyed in our society during the long period of foreign invasion... the Sangh Shakha is such a system. For the past 100 years, Sangh Karyakartas have consistently sustained the system in all kinds of circumstances. We must continue to do this in the future... that is why Swayamsevaks must undertake the discipline of changing their own habits by actively participating in the daily Shakha activities."

"The Shakha exists to nurture individual and collective qualities and spirit to create a favourable atmosphere for better basic human values and solidarity within the society, while actively engaging and cooperating in social activities," he added.

The RSS chief further ensured that the work of 'Vyakti Nirman' would be spread across the country and aim at bringing gradual changes in the society conduct through the five initiatives of social harmony, preservation of family values, environmental protection, selfhood and self-reliance.

Founded in 1925 in Nagpur, Maharashtra, by Dr Keshav Baliram Hedgewar, the RSS was established as a volunteer-based organisation with the goal of fostering cultural awareness, discipline, service, and social responsibility among citizens.

- ANI

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Rajesh Q
As someone who attended RSS shakhas in my youth, I can attest to the discipline and patriotism they instill. The focus on family values and environmental protection mentioned by Bhagwat ji is commendable. 🇮🇳
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Sarah B
Living in Thiruvananthapuram, I saw the march-pasts today. They were very organized and peaceful. The emphasis on social harmony and self-reliance is something our society needs more of. 👍
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Arjun K
100 years is a significant milestone for any organization. While I may not agree with all their ideologies, the work in character building and social service cannot be ignored. Hope they continue working for national unity.
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Meera T
In Kerala, we've always valued our diverse cultural fabric. While discipline is good, I hope such organizations respect the secular and progressive values that make our state special. The focus should be on unity in diversity. 🌈
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Vikram M
The shakha system has produced many disciplined individuals who serve society. On Vijayadashami, it's good to see organizations promoting positive values. Jai Hind! 🙏

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