A grand rally took place in Gadwal on Sunday evening to celebrate the 100th anniversary of the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS). The event began at the Vasavi Function Hall, with a large number of people from various affiliated groups joining the celebration.
The rally moved through important areas of the town, such as the New Bus Stand, Rajiv Marg, Old Bus Stand, Hospital, and Gandhi Chowk. It then returned to the Vasavi Function Hall near Sai Krupa Hospital. Participants, all dressed in the same uniform and carrying sticks, showed great discipline and unity, which impressed those watching.
This celebration marked not only the centenary of the RSS but also highlighted the organization’s ongoing role in promoting cultural values and national pride. Many groups connected to the RSS, like the Vishwa Hindu Parishad, Bajrang Dal, BJP, and ABVP, took part, showing their shared commitment to the values of service and dedication.
As the rally moved through the town, the participants chanted slogans and cheers, making the atmosphere lively. Organizers thanked everyone for their hard work in making the event a success, emphasizing the importance of unity and teamwork.
The rally, known as Padh Sanchalan, was a powerful celebration of the RSS’s 100-year journey and its influence on India’s social and cultural environment.
The motto of the RSS is “संगठित शक्तिः, संघ शक्ति,” which means “Organized strength is the true strength.” This reflects the organization’s focus on unity and discipline. The full slogan, “Sangh Shakti Sarvam Sadhanam,” translates to “Union is strength, and through union, everything is achieved.”
The RSS was founded in 1925 by Keshav Baliram Hedgewar in Nagpur, Maharashtra. He aimed to promote cultural and national unity, discipline, and self-reliance among Hindus. Hedgewar was inspired by India’s freedom struggle and wanted to develop a strong and united society to protect and promote India’s cultural heritage.
The Padh Sanchalan, or route march, represents discipline, unity, and strength. While it doesn’t have one specific motto, it reflects the values of “Seva, Suraksha, Samarpan” (Service, Protection, and Dedication). During the march, participants, called swayamsevaks, demonstrate their physical fitness, discipline, and unity, often accompanied by patriotic slogans or songs.
