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3. DR VAIDYA URGES MEDIA TO HIGHLIGHT THAT DHARMA IS THE CORE PRINCIPLE OF BHARAT |
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Article: RSS MARCHES INTO CENTENARY YEAR WITH FIVE POINT FOCUS |
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1. FESTIVALS:
GEETA JAYANTI: Geeta Jayanti (December 22 this year) is the day of advent of
Srimad Bhagavad-Gita. On this day, Bhagwan Krishna imparted the essence of Vedic
knowledge to Arjuna and enlightened him about the ultimate goal of life. It is
celebrated on the 11th day of the Shukla Paksha of Margashirsh month as per the
Hindu calendar.
2. RSS SARSANGHCHALAK’S PROGRAMS: Addressing an
Intellectual Conference at Sharada University in Nioda on November 26, Rashtriya
Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) Sarsanghchalak Dr. Mohan Bhagwat underscored the global
acceptance and benefits of Yoga. His remarks reflect the evolving perception of
Yoga, once marginalised and misunderstood and now gaining widespread acceptance
and acknowledgment as a valuable cultural and wellness practise on the
international stage.
In an address at the commemorative event marking the 50th anniversary of Swami
Vivekanand Medical Mission in Nagpur on November 17, Dr. Bhagwat expressed his
unwavering commitment to seeking donations for the betterment of society. His
statement reflected a deep conviction in the power of philanthropy to drive
positive change and improve the lives of the less fortunate. He underscored the
urgent need for philanthropic initiatives to bridge the healthcare gap and
ensure that medical services are accessible to all segments of society. The
event also marked the inauguration of a heart hospital. Maharashtra Deputy Chief
Minister Devendra Fadnavis also attended the event.
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3. DR VAIDYA URGES MEDIA TO HIGHLIGHT THAT DHARMA IS THE
CORE PRINCIPLE OF BHARAT: Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh Sah Sarakaryavah, Dr
Manmohan Vaidya, while addressing the gathering on the occasion of Deepawali
Milan Samaroh organised by Bharat Prakashan (Delhi) Limited, urged the media to
make people aware that the real principle on which Bharat is built is 'Dharma'
and how we believe in giving back to society. The event was organized on
November 17 at the Constitution Club of India, Delhi. He highlighted the
importance of we and not I as the core principle of Dharma. He also lauded
Bharat for coming forward during COVID 19 and helping people by providing
medicine and other necessary items.
4. RASHTRAPATI MURMU GRACED BOITA BANDANA CEREMONY: On
November 27, Rashtrapati Droupadi Murmu participated in the Boita Bandana
ceremony organised by the Paradip Port Authority on the occasion of Kartika
Purnima. Men and women, dressed as traditional merchant sailors welcomed her at
the port city amidst playing of traditional music and dance.
5. USE OF SANTALI HAS INCREASED: RASHTRAPATI MURMU: On
November 20, Rashtrapati Droupadi Murmu said that the use of Santali language in
government and non-government sectors has increased after it was added to the
Constitution as an official language in 2003.
6. KERALA PAYS RICH TRIBUTES TO RANGA HARI: Swayamsevaks
and their families, Sangh sympathisers and eminent personalities paid rich
tributes to late Ranga Hari, senior Sangh pracharak and former Akhil Bharatiya
Boudhik Pramukh. After holding upasakha-wise programmes on November 5, three
major programmes were held.
Addressing a Shradhanjali Sabha at Bhaskareeyam Convention Centre in Ernakulam
on November 14, RSS Sarakaryavah Dattatreya Hosabale remembered Hariji as an
intellectual par excellence, writer of high calibre and an eminent orator. He
added that Hariji was a master in ideological matters, a parivrajak and an ideal
swayamsevak. Hosabale also released ‘Paramahamsadhwanikal’, the last book
authored by Ranga Hariji.
In Kozhikode. RSS Sah Sarakaryavah C.R. Mukund said that despite achieving
pinnacle of scholarship, Hariji lived like a ordinary man who could rub
shoulders with ordinary people. Hariji imparted the knowledge and wisdom to
others in simple terms and conquered thousands of people with his spiritual
affection.
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7. BHARAT RESUMES E-VISA FOR CANADIAN CITIZENS: Entry
visa, business visa, medical visa, and conference visa were four categories in
which Bharat decided to resume visa services in Canada on October 26. Now,
Bharat has also resumed electronic visa services in these categories for
Canadian citizens, the High Commission of Bharat in Canada announced on November
22. “Indian eVisa facility has been restored with effect from 22 November 2023,
for all eligible Canadian citizens,” the Bharatiya High Commission in Ottawa
tweeted.
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8. WORLD HINDU CONGRESS 2023: The third World Hindu
Congress (WHC), which takes place every four years, was held in Bangkok.
Organised by the World Hindu Foundation (WHF), the event opened on November 24
and culminated on November 26. More than 2000 delegates from 61 countries
participated in the WHC. The theme for the WHC this year was ‘Jayasya Aayatnam
Dharmah’ - ‘Dharma, the abode of victory’.
Expressing his delight over the scheduled consecration of the Ram Mandir in
Ayodhya on January 22, Swami Vigyananand, founder and global chairman of WHF and
chief organiser of WHC, said that the ceremony would be telecast live in
Bangkok.
The Third World Hindu Congress concluded on November 26 with the resolve to
connect every Hindu in the world with each other and to gain strength for
welfare of the world through the life values of Hindutva. Around 50 sessions
were organised in parallel throughout the conference, with a focus on seven
sections, including economy, education, academic, media and political sectors,
as well as youth and women. More than 50 delegates from around 30 countries
participated in the various sessions of the Political Forum and more than 650
delegates participated in the sessions of the Hindu Economic Forum.
According to the organisers, the next World Hindu Congress will be held in
Mumbai in 2026.
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9. SEWA DIWALI: Volunteers from over 230 HSS chapters
collaborated and contributed to the Sewa Diwali food drives. Around 2300 pounds
of food were donated to Schaumburg Township Food Pantry in presence of Hoffman
Estates Mayor Mr. Bill McLeod, Schaumburg Police Deputy Chief Mr. Joe Dugan, and
State Representative Michelle Mussman.
10. INTERFAITH ACTIVITIES AND COLLABORATION: Carmel
Chapter of Hindu Swayamsevak Sangh HSS USA participated in the 2023 Cathedral
High School multicultural assembly centered on the theme of ‘Interfaith Praise
in Song/Dance’. Students filled the gymnasium, eager to embrace the diversity of
spiritual expressions.
11. HSS HINDU SPORTS FEST IN DALLAS: The Dallas Area
Hindu Swayamsevak Sangh hosted the inaugural Hindu Sports Fest at Rice Middle
School on September 30. Aimed at DFW area Hindu teenagers in grades 7-12, the
event fused Dharma with sportsmanship. With 150 attendees, local teens engaged
in track, volleyball, and basketball competitions.
12. REMEMBRANCE DAY SERVICE AT ANZAC JAWAN CENOTAPH:
The Australia India Cenotaph Committee (a project of Hindu Council Australia)
along with Hornsby RSL sub-branch conducted the sixth Anzac Jawan Remembrance
Day service at Cherrybrook on November 19 to commemorate the sacrifices made by
the Anzac of Bharatiya origin during WW1.
The ANZAC Jawan Cenotaph is an NSW War Memorial, it was erected in 2018 to
celebrate the Armistice Centenary of the ANZAC and to recognize and commemorate
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13. CHHATH PUJA GOES GLOBAL: Hundreds of people of
Bharatiya origin from New Jersey and New York flocked to waterfronts at Papaianni
Park, Edison, New Jersey in the United States as they celebrated the auspicious
festival of Chhath Puja on November 19. Flower decorations were seen at the
park, where women decked in Bharatiya attire carried out the traditional
rituals. Chhath event at Northamptonshire's York Cottage in London also
witnessed a large turnover.
14. THIRUVANNAMALAI'S KARTHIGAI DEEPAM FESTIVAL: The
Karthigai Deepam festival celebrated at the Thiruvannamalai Arunachaleswarar
mandir, commenced with traditional flag hoisting on November 17. Over the
ensuing days, the Panch Murthis, representing various deities, graced
processions on intricately adorned chariots and vahanas, including the mandir
rath. The culmination of the festival unfolded with lighting of the Karthigai
Deepam, a momentous event drawing devotees from far and wide.
15. DEV DEEPAWALI AT KASHI GHATS: Kashi city witnessed
the lighting of approximately 21 lakh diyas, with over 12 lakh people adorning
the crescent-shaped ghats. One lakh lamps were made from cow dung, adding a
traditional touch to the luminous display. Lamps were lit on the ghats on the
western bank and on the sands on the eastern bank of Ganga.
16. KOLKATA ILLUMINATES 554 LAMPS ON GURUPURAB: The
Indian Humanitarian Assistance (IHA) and Uddipani Club collaboratively organised
an evening dedicated to commemorating the 554th birth anniversary of Guru Nanak
Dev by lighting 554 diyas on November 26.
17. MALAYSIA GRANTS VISA-FREE ENTRY FOR BHARATIYAS:
Malaysia will grant a 30-day visa-free entry for Bharatiya and Chinese citizens
from December 1, Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has announced, joining Thailand
and Sri Lanka in recent weeks to offer such a facility to promote tourism.
Malaysia is currently targeting 16.1 million international tourist arrivals with
RM 49.3 billion in tourism receipts and Bharat is among the top countries to
contribute tourist arrivals to Malaysia. In 2022, Malaysia welcomed a total of
3,24,548 Bharatiya tourists, while in the first quarter of 2023, Malaysia
received as many as 1,64,566 Bharatiya tourists compared to 13,370 in the same
period last year.
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18. OBITUARY: SARDAR CHIRANJEEV SINGH: Senior RSS
Pracharak Sardar Chiranjeev Singh peacefully passed away at the age of 93 in
Ludhiana on November 20. With a lifetime dedicated to the principles of Sangh,
Chiranjeev Ji's demise was mourned nationwide. Born on October 1, 1930 in
Patiala, Chiranjeev Ji’s early life was marked by a deep connection to
spirituality and reverence for saints and gurus. His mother, a schoolteacher,
played a crucial role in his upbringing. He became a Swayamsevak in 1944 during
his seventh-grade studies. In 1948, he actively participated in Satyagraha and
spent two months in jail.
19. SHRI VISHWA NIKETAN: Pravas: Visitors: Rajendra
Kelkar, Sanjay Tripathi - USA, Nikunj Raval - Australia, Dr, Ritwij Oodun -
Mauritius, Mayur Prajapati - Kenya
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FOOD FOR THOUGHT: Knowledge leads to unity, but ignorance to diversity.
- Swami Ramkrishna Paramhansa.
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JAI SHRI RAM
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RSS MARCHES INTO CENTENARY YEAR WITH FIVE POINT FOCUS
Sunil Ambekar
The Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh is
completing 100 years in 2025. Overcoming many difficulties in the long journey
of the Sangh, the volunteers have expanded this work with the cooperation of the
entire society. The 22 years after the formation of the Sangh was a period of
struggle for independence. During this period, the Sangh swayamsevaks were
actively participating in the freedom struggle and at the same time expanding
the Sangh branches and strengthening the sense of ‘self’ within the society.
Soon after the establishment of the Sangh, with the inspiration of Dr Hedgewar,
in 1936, venerable Mavashi Kelkar started the Rashtra Sevika Samiti to work
among women, on the lines of the Sangh. Before 1947, Swayamsevaks took the oath
for Independence, and after Independence the goal has been the all-round
upliftment of Hindu Rashtra. Naturally, while the work of the Sangh was
expanding, the volunteers used to have comprehensive discussions about the
happenings in various spheres of life and the positive changes that could be
made in those areas. During the lifetime of Dr Hedgewar himself, we can witness
his extensive participation in various social activities and his ideas for
creating necessary structures from the Bharatiya point of view. Inspired from
this thought process of the Sangh, the volunteers started to weave a network of
new organisations in various fields. Immediately after August 1947, students’
organisations were started under different local names and in 1948, this work
was started all over the country under the same name. On July 9, 1949, the first
organisation ‘Akhil Bharatiya Vidyarthi Parishad’ was registered and the
nationwide work was formally started. In the earlier period, many organisations
were started by volunteers in various fields. The Bharatiya Mazdoor Sangh (BMS)
was formed for the welfare of laborers. Today there are 36 such main
organisations, besides there are other such organisations limited to some
provinces.
In the early days volunteers were sent to these organisations, but now they are
given as per the requirements of the organisations and some of them start
working in these organisations on their own. As the organisations expand, many
new nonvolunteers come into contact with the organisations and work there with
different key responsibilities. Such people also gradually become familiar with
the work of the
Sangh and become volunteers. For such newcomers, ‘Sangh Introduction Camps’ are
conducted at different locations. This process is continuously strengthening
both the team and the organisation with a healthy sense of coordination.
Though the other organisations are run by swayamsevaks, these organisations are
autonomous in their respective fields. Their decision-making processes are
independent and that’s the reason they have received great recognition from the
society. These organisations consult the Sangh from time to time as required,
but they take decisions on their own and exert their energies for the same. Just
as this applies to the Vishva Hindu Parishad, it also applies to the BJP.
Therefore, through this process, instead of paralysed organisations dependent on
the Sangh, a number of important social organisations have taken shape, which
are constantly developing and working towards system change. They are strong,
independent, autonomous and self-reliant. This has resulted in an innate ability
to create new organisations based on future needs.
COORDINATION PROCESS
The formal process of coordination involves organising annual coordination
meetings at the provincial and all-India levels. Apart from this, various formal
and informal meetings are organised from local to central levels from time to
time. These meetings are attended by the Sangh Pracharaks and chief office
bearers of the organisations. In the recent All India Coordination Meeting on
September 14-16, 2023 in Pune, 243 office bearers of 36 organisations and the
Sangh participated. The agenda of these meetings is not to take decisions but to
broaden the vision through sharing of experiences, achievements, opinions and
ongoing efforts. 
Participation of women in all organisations is an important topic discussed in
every such meeting. For this purpose, an additional special system of ‘Women’s
Coordination’ has been set up in the last few years, under which a special
target is given to the leadership development and participation of women in
various organisations. Like other organisations, in such a meeting, BJP workers
also present their understanding of the political situation, their efforts and
the possibility of success. People from outside try to analyse such meetings on
the basis of the current situation. But such discussions are a regular part of
the Sangh’s coordination process. They are an enriching experience and help
develop mutual understanding. It is rightly expected from organisations that
everyone should work with a team spirit. Collective decision-making, insisting
on the participation of the workers for their development, working with a pure
spirit and the spirit of doing public welfare without compromising on the values
of life are emphasised.
position of the Sangh inspired organisations. In such a scenario, wither
amicable solutions are facilitated or decision to move ahead is accepted while
agreeing to disagree. Difference of opinion should not lead to distancing of
minds with irreparable discord is the primary approach in this regard. According
to the discussion held in the Pune coordination meeting, all these organisations
born out of the urge for social transformation are currently insisting on five
main topics. Building a family system based on life values, spread of
environment-friendly lifestyle, adoption of equality-harmony in
individual-family-social life, manifestation of ‘self’ in every sphere of life,
as well as compliance of civic duties in daily life. In the course of time, all
the organisations will take initiatives in this regard in their respective
fields.
All these organisations inspired by the Sangh are moving forward in continuous
coordination with the spirit of family, the doors of all of them including the
Sangh, are open round the clock for the service and welcome of all Bharatiyas.
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