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Amit Shah just celebrated the RSS completing 100 years of service to India. He praised how RSS volunteers have consistently elevated nation-building through sacrifice and discipline. The Home Minister highlighted their role in major historical events from the Emergency resistance to opposing Article 370. Both Shah and PM Modi commemorated this milestone, recognizing the organization's century-long dedication to social service and national unity.

Key Points: Amit Shah Commemorates RSS 100 Years of Nation Service

  • RSS celebrated 100 years since foundation by Dr Hedgewar in 1925 Nagpur
  • Volunteers participated in Hyderabad and Goa liberation movements
  • Organization resisted Emergency and opposed Article 370
  • RSS workers assisted soldiers during wars and Northeast anti-infiltrator campaigns
  • Sangh united forest-dwellers, Dalits and backward classes nationwide
  • PM Modi also commemorated centenary highlighting social service vision
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Sanghs have hoisted flag of devotion and service to the 'great sacred land': Amit Shah commemorates 100 years of RSS

Union Home Minister Amit Shah marks RSS centenary, praising volunteers' sacrifice in nation-building from Emergency resistance to Article 370 opposition

"Be it desert or rugged forests, the inaccessible peaks of the Himalayas or remote villages, the Sangh has everywhere hoisted the flag of devotion and service to the 'great sacred land' - Amit Shah"

New Delhi, October 2

Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Thursday commemorated 100 years of the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS), describing its century-long journey as historic and one that has produced generations of personalities devoted to the cause of nation-building.

In a post on social media X, the Union Minister applauded the work of RSS volunteers who, through sacrifice and discipline, have consistently elevated the spirit of service to the nation.

https://x.com/AmitShah/status/1973581768721621180

"From the leaders occupying the highest positions in the country to the grassroots workers, the historic journey of the Sangh's century has shaped numerous such personalities whose life's goal has been nation-building.

Be it the Hyderabad liberation struggle, the resistance against the Emergency, the Goa liberation movement, assistance to brave soldiers in wars, opposition to Article 370, the anti-infiltrator movement in the Northeast, volunteers have elevated the tasks of nation-building to new heights with sacrifice and dedication," the post read.

Shah further, in his post, applauded the work of Sanghs, stating that they hoisted the flag of devotion and service to the 'great sacred land,' calling their centenary journey a contribution to the vision of a nation imbued with self-respect.

"Be it desert or rugged forests, the inaccessible peaks of the Himalayas or remote villages, the Sangh has everywhere hoisted the flag of devotion and service to the 'great sacred land'. By weaving forest-dwellers, backward classes, Dalits, deprived sections, and all strata of the country into the thread of unity, this centenary journey of the Sangh, which tirelessly contributes to the vision of a nation imbued with self-respect, will be written in golden letters in history," the post read.

Earlier in the day, Prime Minister Narendra Modi also commemorated the centenary of the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS), highlighting its foundation on Vijay Dashami a hundred years ago, stating that the party was born to work towards serving society and nation-building.

In a post on social media X, the PM wrote that "On Vijaya Dashami, a hundred years ago, the RSS was born with the aim of working towards serving society and nation building. Over the course of a hundred years, innumerable Swayamsevaks have devoted their lives to fulfilling this vision. Here are my thoughts."

Founded in 1925 in Nagpur, Maharashtra, by Dr Keshav Baliram Hedgewar, the RSS was established as a volunteer-based organisation focused on promoting cultural awareness, discipline, social responsibility and service to society.

- ANI

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Rahul R
100 years of service to the nation! The RSS has played a crucial role in preserving our cultural heritage while contributing to nation-building. Their volunteers' dedication during the pandemic was remarkable.
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Sarah B
While I respect the service aspect, I wish the organization was more inclusive in practice. True nation-building requires embracing all communities equally, not just in words but in actions.
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Arjun K
The RSS shakha in our locality has done wonderful work with youth development programs. They teach physical fitness, self-defense, and most importantly, love for our motherland. Jai Hind! 🙏
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Kavya N
Their contribution to the Hyderabad liberation and Goa freedom movement is part of our history that every Indian should know. Proud of their century-long journey in serving Bharat Mata.
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Michael C
As an observer of Indian politics, it's fascinating to see how RSS has evolved from a cultural organization to significantly influencing national policy. Their organizational discipline is impressive.
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Nikhil C
The work in remote areas and disaster relief shows their commitment beyond politics. However, I hope they focus more on economic development and job creation in their next century.

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