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Time of India
6 days ago
- Politics
- Time of India
Pakistan, Turkiye & Bangladesh not on list of invitees for RSS centenary celebration
NEW DELHI: RSS will not extend invitations to the embassies of Pakistan, Turkiye and Bangladesh for its 100th anniversary celebrations, even as it is reaching out to other diplomatic missions it's been in touch with. The list of invitees includes representatives of minority communities, sports and cultural icons, thought leaders and entrepreneurs from emerging fields such as startups and Indian knowledge systems. The highlight of the centenary year will be a three-day dialogue in Delhi from Aug 26, led by sarsanghchalak Mohan Bhagwat , focusing on Sangh's century-long journey, its role in nation-building and its vision for "new horizons". Bhagwat's Delhi address will be part of a series of four major events in the run-up to the Vijayadashami centenary on Oct 2. Similar dialogues are scheduled in Bengaluru in Nov, Kolkata thereafter, and Mumbai. Each will feature two days of lectures by Bhagwat and a third day devoted to a pre-submitted question-and-answer session. The Delhi programme will begin at 5.30 pm each day and will also delve into 'Panch Parivartan' (Five Transformations) agenda of the centenary year. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like The Secret Lives of the Romanovs — the Last Rulers of Imperial Russia! Learn More Undo Bhagwat is expected to touch on issues such as India shaping its future through indigenous stren-gths rather than colonial-era benchmarks, unexplored capacities in various fields, and the country's evolving global role. According to RSS prachar pramukh Sunil Ambekar, the invitation list spans around 17 main categories and 138 sub-categories, including social, economic, religious, spiritual, sports, arts, media and intellectual leaders. "Our aim is that the entire country should move forward together on its development journey. We want a dialogue with all sections of society," he said. Ambekar added that while outreach to some foreign missions was under way, certain countries would be excluded. "We are in contact with many embassies but given the current context, Pakistan will not be invited," he said. According to RSS sources, countries like Bangladesh and Turkiye are not going to be invited. The outreach programme also covers young innovators in technology, language promotion and entrepreneurship.
Time of India
6 days ago
- Politics
- Time of India
RSS to skip invites to Pakistan, Turkey, Bangladesh embassies for centenary events
NEW DELHI: The Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) will not extend invitations to the embassies of Pakistan, Turkey and Bangladesh for its 100th anniversary celebrations, though it is reaching out to other diplomatic missions it has been in touch with. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now The list of invitees also includes representatives of minority communities, sports and cultural icons, thought leaders, and entrepreneurs from emerging fields such as Indian knowledge systems and start-ups. The highlight of the centenary year will be a three-day dialogue in Delhi from August 26, led by Sarsanghchalak Mohan Bhagwat, focusing on the Sangh's century-long journey, its role in nation-building and its vision for 'new horizons.' Bhagwat's Delhi address will be part of a series of four major events in the run-up to the Vijayadashami centenary on October 2. Similar dialogues are scheduled in Bengaluru in November, Kolkata thereafter, and Mumbai. Each will feature two days of lectures by Bhagwat and a third day devoted to a pre-submitted question-and-answer session. The discussions will cover the Sangh's experiences over the past century, its core ideas, and its priorities for the coming decades. The Delhi programme will begin at 5.30 pm each day and will also delve into the 'Panch Parivartan' (Five Transformations) agenda of the centenary year. Bhagwat is expected to touch on issues such as India shaping its future on indigenous strengths rather than colonial-era benchmarks, unexplored capacities in various fields, and the country's evolving global role. According to RSS Prachar Pramukh Sunil Ambekar, the invitation list spans around 17 main categories and 138 sub-categories, including social, economic, religious, spiritual, sports, arts, media and intellectual leaders. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now 'Our aim is that the entire country should move forward together on its development journey. We want dialogue with all sections of society,' he said. Ambekar added that while outreach to some foreign missions is underway, certain countries will be excluded. 'We are in contact with many embassies, but in the current context Pakistan, will not be invited,' he said. According to RSS sources countries like Bangladesh and Turkey are also not going to be invited. The outreach also covers young innovators in technology, language promotion and entrepreneurship. He said over 1,000 pramukh nagarik goshtis (eminent citizen meetings) will be held across districts in addition to the flagship city events. 'Through these programmes we are trying to connect people from all walks of life, and we hope all types of people will participate in these discussions,' Ambekar added.
The Hindu
07-07-2025
- Politics
- The Hindu
Normalcy is returning in Manipur, says Sunil Ambekar
The Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh said on Monday (July 7, 2025) that normalcy was returning to Manipur as the Meitei and Kuki-Zo communities have begun communicating. Addressing the media in Delhi, the RSS's national publicity in-charge Mr. Ambekar said it took a lot of time for the situation to become normal when such disturbances erupt in any region. 'But compared with last year, normalcy has definitely started returning to the State. This happens due to the dialogue between the two communities,' said Mr Ambekar. Emphasising how RSS workers tirelessly worked in riot-hit areas of Manipur, Mr. Ambekar said the Sangh had also attempted to speak with both groups and owing to this, positive changes can be seen on the ground. Speaking on the issues discussed over the three days of the 'Prant Pracharak' (regional heads) meeting that concluded in Delhi on July 6, Mr. Ambekar said senior organisation members shared recent developments in their areas and burning issues of the country were discussed. 'Our volunteers from bordering States shared their experience and the present condition of their region. The Pracharaks also shared the public's opinion on Operation Sindoor and other recent events of national importance,' he said. Sharing the Sangh's plan to mark its centenary, Mr. Ambekar said that the organisation was looking to reach out to every village and every house. 'As part of our centenary year, we will be organising Hindu Sammelans [meetings] in 58,964 mandals and 44,055 bastis across the country. There will be discussion on social festivals, social unity and harmony, and Panch Parivartan (five transformations). Similarly, Samajik Sadbhav Baithaks [Social harmony meetings] will be organised in 11,360 blocks and towns to promote social harmony in the society,' Mr Ambekar informed. He also shared the RSS's plans for door-to-door outreach and said efforts will be made to reach maximum number of houses in every village. The main goal in the RSS's centenary year is inclusive outreach across professions, geographies, and communities to foster holistic social integration, Mr. Ambekar remarked.
New Indian Express
07-07-2025
- Politics
- New Indian Express
RSS concludes three-day meet in Delhi; local events to be held as part of centenary year celebrations
NEW DELHI: Over the course of its three-day Prant Pracharak Baithak in Delhi, the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) discussed matters ranging from centenary year celebrations, organisational issues, and other contemporary topics including language row, Operation Sindoor and the ongoing Manipur conflict. In the Baithak, all Karyakartas received the guidance of Pujaniya Sarsanghchalak Ji and Mananiya Sarkaryavah Ji. Akhil Bharatiya Pracharak Pramukh Sunil Ambekar addressed the press at Keshav Kunj following the conslusion of the Baithak. He informed that planning for centenary year celebrations was also discussed during the meet. During the centenary year, Hindu Sammelans will be organised at Mandal level in rural areas and at Basti level in urban areas with the participation of all sections of the society. The Sammelans will discuss festivals, social unity and harmony, and Panch Parivartan (five transformation). Similarly, Samajik Sadbhav Baithaks (social harmony meetings) will be organised in 11,360 blocks/towns to promote social harmony. At present, there are 58,964 Mandals and 44,055 Bastis. According to the Sangh structure, there are 924 districts in total. In these districts, Pramukh Nagrik seminars will be organised, where topics such as the idea of Bharat, pride of Bharat, Bharat's Swa will be discussed. Sunil Ambekar further said that outreach program will be conducted through Grih Sampark. Efforts will be made to reach maximum houses in every village and every Basti. The main goal for the centenary year is inclusive outreach across professions, geographies, and communities to foster holistic social integration. The Sangh centenary year will start from Vijayadashami Utsav.
Time of India
07-07-2025
- Politics
- Time of India
Manipur unrest: RSS reports progress, pushes for harmony between communities
NEW DELHI: Stating that it would take some more time for return of peace and stability in Manipur, RSS reported positive progress in Manipur and said that efforts are on to restore harmony in Manipur. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now Concerns over forced conversions, review of events of national interest like , and plans for Hindu Sammelans at every mandal/basti level during the Sangh's centenary year were among the issues discussed at the RSS' three-day Prant Pracharak Baithak that concluded in Delhi on Sunday. RSS Akhil Bharatiya Prachar Pramukh Sunil Ambekar said all karyakartas had received the guidance of Sarsanghchalak Mohan Bhagwat and Sarkaryavah Dattatreya Hosabale. He informed that during the centenary year, Hindu Sammelans will be organised at mandal level in rural areas and basti level in urban areas with the participation of all sections of society. At present, there are 58,964 mandals and 44,055 bastis. 'Though it may take more time for complete stability to return,' Ambekar said, adding that swayamsevaks in Manipur are actively reaching out to all sections of society to build peace and mutual trust. 'Swayamsevaks in Manipur are making sustained efforts to restore harmony and normalcy at the earliest. They are engaging with all communities, particularly Meitei and Kuki communities impacted by the unrest, to encourage dialogue and reconciliation. These initiatives have shown some encouraging results.' As part of the centenary preparations, Ambekar said social harmony meetings will be organised in 11,360 blocks and towns to promote unity, while pramukh nagrik seminars in 924 districts will deliberate on topics such as the ideas of Bharat, pride of Bharat, and Bharat's swa (selfhood). Tired of too many ads? go ad free now He said that a large-scale outreach programme, Ghar Ghar Sampark, will also be conducted to reach maximum households in every village and basti. 'The nation is progressing economically across all sectors, especially in technology and various facets of life. But while the country is moving forward, it is equally important to uphold our core societal values like individual welfare, harmony and environmental consciousness,' Ambekar stressed. He added that these are at the heart of Panch Parivartan (Five Transformations), a key theme of the centenary year. On religious conversions, Ambekar reiterated that while individuals are free to practice any faith, attempts to convert people through inducements, coercion, or conspiracies are 'wrong and unacceptable in any society.' He also reaffirmed that all Indian languages are national languages and that primary education in the mother tongue should be encouraged. On secularism and socialism, Ambekar said these concepts need to be understood in the right perspective. '…the Emergency saw not only atrocities against people but also a violation of the Constitution itself. It is important for society to reflect on these realities,' he noted, adding, 'The Sangh's stand on these issues has remained consistent and rooted in its foundational thinking.' Ambekar further informed that a total of 100 prashikshan vargs (training camps) were conducted across the country from April to June this year, training 17,609 swayamsevaks below the age of 40 and 4,270 participants in the 40–60 age group. Karyakartas from 8,812 locations attended the Sangh Shiksha Vargs.
