Overview

• Speaking in New Delhi, Narendra Modi called the RSS a “virtuous incarnation” of an “eternal national consciousness” and lauded its century of service.
• The ₹100 coin bears Bharat Mata in varada mudra with the national emblem and the RSS motto, which Modi said marks the image’s first appearance on Indian currency.
• A commemorative postage stamp features RSS swayamsevaks marching in the 1963 Republic Day parade, acknowledging the organisation’s place in national history.
• Modi said the Sangh has flagged challenges such as economic dependence, attempts to break unity and alleged demographic conspiracies, adding that the government is tackling these and that the RSS has a roadmap.
• RSS general secretary Dattatreya Hosabale credited ordinary citizens for sustaining the organisation and detailed plans to reach every household during the centenary year, with attendees including Gajendra Singh Shekhawat and Rekha Gupta.