RSS to organise inclusive lecture series
In a move aimed at inclusivity, the Sangh is extending invitations to prominent individuals from all religions — including Muslims, Christians and others — as well as officials from foreign embassies to attend and share their views during the lecture series being organised in Delhi.
The Sangh's national chief of publicity, Sunil Ambekar, briefing the media on Tuesday, said the organisation is also reaching out to individuals from diverse ideological backgrounds as part of its inclusive approach to the planned lecture series, which will commence in Delhi and continue in Bengaluru, Mumbai and Kolkata.
'As part of the Sangh's centenary year, we will engage in dialogue with prominent personalities from all sections of society. A three-day lecture will be held at Vigyan Bhawan on August 26, 27 and 28,' he said.
He added that the topic of the 100-year Sangh Yatra – New Horizon – will be discussed, along with the Sangh's future plans in the broader interest of the nation and society.
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