This is a collection of select media reports on how Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh(RSS) celebrated India’s 77th independence day. The RSS sees Independence Day as an occasion to reflect on India’s history, culture, and national identity from an Indian perspective. The RSS acknowledges the significance of Independence Day as a celebration of India’s freedom from colonial rule. It also sees this day as an opportunity to celebrate the country’s rich cultural heritage and its original national identity.
An official Press release was also issued by the RSS on this occasion which is available at its official website www.rss.org
Press Release
Bengaluru – RSS Sarsanghchalak hoists National Flag on the occasion of Independence Day
RSS Sarsanghchalak (Chief Mentor) Dr. Mohan Bhagwat Ji hoisted the national flag on the occasion of 77th Independence Day organized by Samartha Bharat, at Vasavi Convention Hall, Basavanagudi, Bengaluru. Along with Sarsanghchalak, Sarkaryavah (General Secretary) Dattatreya Hosabale Ji, Scientist & renowned Yog guru Dr. S.N. Omkar took part in the Independence Day celebrations.
Dr. Mohan Bhagwat Ji wished the gathering on the occasion of Independence Day. Speaking on the occasion, he said we worship the Sun, hence we are called Bharat, in which Bha signifies Light. Surya Aradhana is a meaningful event on the occasion of Independence Day. Bharat attained independence to enlighten the world. Swa-Trantra refers to the meaning of एतद्देशप्रसूतस्य सकाशादग्रजन्मनः, स्वं स्वं चरित्रं शिक्षेरन्पृथिव्यां सर्वमानवाः.(etaddeshprasootasya sakashadagrajanmanah svam svam charitram shiksheranampritihivayam sarvamanvah) Need of Bharat to the world, for which, understanding the national flag and admiring knowledge is required.
Describing the national flag Sarsanghchalak Ji said, we need to lead the life in the direction of Tamasoma Jyotirgamaya with sacrifice and continuous work which is signified by saffron on the top of the tri-colour. These need to be done by removing selfishness and work for everyone with purity, signified by white in the middle of the flag, as a result of saffron. When these are done, Green characterizing the Sri Lakshmi will help attaining the abundance in intellectual, spiritual, exalted and selfless strength. These are the unceasing messages given by the national flag.
In order to enlighten the world, Bharat needs to be capable. In case we are not, it will be because of the trouble created by breaking forces which are active. But we need to be alert, cautious and work on the basis of message given by the national flag and bring the nation together such that breaking forces are not successful. On a positive way, we need to teach the world on the basis of Knowledge, Action, Devotion, Purity and Abundance.
He further said, Freedom is a continuous process and based on these three messages of tri-colour, our Nation needs to go forward and lead the world.
Media Reports on RSS’ celebration of India’s 77th Independence Day
India needs to be capable to enlighten the world, says RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat in Bengaluru
Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) chief Mohan Bhagwat on Tuesday laid stress on strengthening India’s capabilities and said the country can be a beacon for the world on the basis of its cultural attributes and abilities.
Mohan Bhagwat hoisted the national flag at Bengaluru on the 77th Independence Day and said protecting freedom is a continuous process. He said the country needs to move forward and lead the world based on the messages derived from the Tricolour. He cautioned people against forces that do not want India to make progress.
The RSS chief said India can teach the world based on attributes of “knowledge, action, devotion, purity and prosperity”.
The event was organised by Samartha Bharat.
“We worship the Sun, hence we are called Bharat, in which Bha signifies Light. Surya Aradhana is a meaningful event on the occasion of Independence Day. Bharat attained independence to enlighten the world,” Mohan Bhagwat said.
He cited a Sanskrit verse in reference to “swatantra (independent)” and said to fulfil the country’s role in the world, there is a need to understand the significance of the national flag besides admiration for knowledge.
The article was first published on Aug 16, 2023, in The Hindustan Times
For details click on: https://www.hindustantimes.com/cities/bengaluru-news/india-needs-to-be-capable-to-enlighten-the-world-says-rss-chief-mohan-bhagwat-in-bengaluru-101692153258924.html)
RSS chief Bhagwat captures Tricolour’s essence to define India’s ‘Vishwaguru’ role
Doctor Mohan Bhagwat Sarsanghchalak of the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh, said on Tuesday that the divisive forces which try to break the country will become strong if the people are not strong and united. Hence everyone should be alert, cautious and work to uphold the message contained in the national flag, he said.
He was addressing the gathering after hoisting the tricolour on the occasion of the 77th Independence Day organised by Samarth Bharat here.
“We must bring the nation together so that divisive forces do not succeed in their plans. On the positive side, we must teach the word on the basis of the knowledge we possess, are actions devotion purity and the abundance we have”, He said
Quoting the Upanishad verse, “tamasoma jyothirgamaya”(from darkness to light), he said this can be achieved through sacrifice and non-stop work signified by the saffron in the flag.
The white in the flag stands for purity, with which one should work for everyone, without selfishness, a result of the saffron. When these are done, green (characterising Goddess Lakshmi) will help attain abundance in intellectual, spiritual, exalted and selfless Strength. These are the on seizing messages of the national flag”, he said.
The article was first published on Aug 16, 2023, in The Deccan Herald.
For details click on: https://www.deccanherald.com/india/karnataka/bengaluru/rss-chief-captures-tricolour-s-essence-to-define-india-s-vishwaguru-role-2648861)
India became independent to give light to the whole world, says Mohan Bhagwat
The RSS chief hoisted the tricolour at an event organised by Samartha Bharat at Vasavi Convention Hall in Bengaluru
Mr. Bhagwat, who hoisted the tricolour at an event organised by Samartha Bharat at Vasavi Convention Hall in Bengaluru, also emphasised upon understanding the national flag, saying that protecting freedom is a continuous process. He also cautioned people against forces that do not want India to progress.
“India has to be capable to enlighten the world. Teaching the whole world to live life on the basis of knowledge, action, devotion, purity and prosperity is the purpose of our freedom,” said Mr. Bhagwat who added that Independence was an event on 15th August 1947 and after that independence is a continuous process.
“We will not ask to become the guiding force to the world. The world itself will say it,” the RSS chief said.
“We need to be alert, cautious and work on the basis of the message given by the national flag and bring the nation together so that negative forces are not successful,” he said.
The article was first published on Aug 16, 2023, in The Hindu.
For details click on: https://www.thehindu.com/news/national/india-became-independent-to-give-light-to-the-whole-world-says-mohan-bhagwat/article67197598.ece)
India attained independence to enlighten world, says RSS Chief Mohan Bhagwat
RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat on Tuesday said India attained independence to enlighten the world. Addressing people after hoisting the tricolour on the occasion of 77th Independence Day organised by Samarth Bharat at Vasavi Convention Hall in Basavanagudi, Bhagwat emphasised upon understanding the national flag.
“We worship the sun hence we are called Bharat, in which ba signifies light. Surya aradhana(worshipping sun) is a meaningful event on the occasion of Independence Day. Bharat attained independence to enlighten the world,” he said.
“In order to enlighten the word, Bharat needs to be capable. In case we are not, it will be because of the trouble created by breaking forces which are active…,” Bhagwat added.
The article was first published on Aug 15, 2023, in The Economic Times.
For details click on: https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/politics-and-nation/india-attained-independence-to-enlighten-world-says-rss-chief-mohan-bhagwat/articleshow/102743199.cms)
Independence Day 2023: National flag hoisted at RSS headquarters in Nagpur
Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) volunteers and pracharaks were present during the event, held amid tight security at the Sangh headquarters in Mahal area of Maharashtra’s Nagpur city
RSS Nagpur Mahanagar Sanghchalak(City RSS Chief) Rajesh Loya and senior pracharak Rambhau Bondale on Tuesday hoisted the national flag at the Sangh headquarters to celebrate the country’s 77th Independence Day.
The RSS has organised a programme at Dr Hedgewar Smarak Samiti in Reshimbagh area on the occasion of the Independence Day.
The swayamsevaks will also carry out ‘pathsanchalan’ (march past) in various parts of the city at 5 pm.
The article was first published on Aug 15, 2023, in Mid-Day.
For details click on: https://www.mid-day.com/news/india-news/article/independence-day-2023-national-flag-hoisted-at-rss-headquarters-in-nagpur-23303724
India should be the light to the world: RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat’s Independence Day message in Bengaluru
“If we are not strong and united, the forces that break us will become stronger,” the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh chief said after hoisting the National Flag in Basavanagudi.
India should be the “light to the entire world” and Indians should teach the world to lead a life based on “knowledge, faith, cleanliness and prosperity”, said Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) chief Mohan Bhagwat. He was speaking in Bengaluru’s Basavanagudi after hoisting the National Flag on the occasion of India’s 77th Independence Day.
At the programme organised by NGO Samarth Bharat, Bhagwat emphasised that India became independent for giving light to the world. “The whole world needs one India. We should lead our lives by understanding the symbolic nature of the Tricolour. If we are not strong and united, the forces that break us will become stronger,” he said.
“We need to be hardworking always, that is what the saffron in the Tricolour symbolises. Meanwhile, white indicates that we should eliminate all negativity from our minds and green signifies prosperity. This is the message that the Tricolour gives us and the country should be built on these lines,” the RSS chief stated.
The article was first published on Aug 15, 2023, in The Indian Express
For details click on: https://indianexpress.com/article/cities/bangalore/rss-chief-mohan-bhagwats-independence-day-message-bengaluru-8893416/)
National flag hoisted at RSS headquarters in Nagpur to celebrate Independence Day
RSS Nagpur Mahanagar Sanghchalak Rajesh Loya and senior Pracharak Rambhau Bondale on Tuesday hoisted the national flag at the Sangh headquarters here to celebrate the country’s 77th Independence Day.
Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) volunteers and Pracharaks were present during the event, held amid tight security at the Sangh headquarters in Mahal area of Maharashtra’s Nagpur city.
The RSS has organised a programme at Dr Hedgewar Smarak Samiti in Reshimbagh area on the occasion of the Independence Day.
The article was first published on Aug 15, 2023, in The Print
For details click on: https://theprint.in/india/national-flag-hoisted-at-rss-headquarters-in-nagpur-to-celebrate-independence-day/1714978/)
Independence Day: RSS Chief Mohan Bhagwat Hoists National Flag In Bengaluru
With the theme “Nation First, Always First”, India celebrated 77th Independence Day on August 15, 2023.
Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) Sarasanghachalak (chief) Dr Mohan Bhagwat hoisted the National Flag and addressed the 77th Independence Day Ceremony Celebration at Vasavi Convention Hall, Bengaluru. Sarkaryavaah Dattatreya Hosabale was also present on this occasion.
With the theme “Nation First, Always First”, India celebrated 77th Independence Day on August 15, 2023. Prime Minister Narendra Modi hoisted the tricolour and addressed the nation from the ramparts of Red Fort in the national capital. Earlier on the day, PM Modi took to the social media platform, X and extended greetings on the occasion of Independence Day. “Best wishes on Independence Day. We pay homage to our great freedom fighters and reaffirm our commitment to fulfilling their vision. Jai Hind!” he tweeted.
The article was first published on Aug 15, 2023, in Republic World
For details click on: https://www.republicworld.com/india-news/general-news/independence-day-rss-chief-mohan-bhagwat-hoists-national-flag-in-bengaluru-articleshow.html)
Happy Independence Day to all countrymen : RSS
The Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh has wished the countrymen a very happy 77th Independence Day.
In its greeting message the sun has shared an excerpt from a statement by Sarsanghchalak Dr Mohan Bhagwat on August 15th 2022.
Dr Bhagwat says, we got independence on August 15 1947, we took our country in our hands from the British. It is a movement of pride for us and also a movement of determination for us. It didn’t happen suddenly. We took it, didn’t get it by anyone’s grace and got it after a long struggle.
We have that system, but now we have to make it self-sufficient. To be autonomous means to be self-dependent in all matters. Our national flag tells us what kind of country we want to build. What will happen if that country becomes big in the world? It will not rule over other people; it will not wield a stick.
For this we have to work hard. In the days to come don’t ask what I will get what does my country give me; what does my society give me? Rather what am I giving to my country?…
The article was first published on Aug 15, 2023, in Hindusthan Samachar
For details click on: https://english.hindusthansamachar.in/Encyc/2023/8/15/Happy-Independence-Day-to-all-countrymen-RSS.php)
India needs to be capable to enlighten the world: Mohan Bhagwat
Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh chief Mohan Bhagwat on Tuesday laid stress on strengthening India’s capabilities and said the country can be a beacon for the world on the basis of its cultural attributes and abilities.
Mohan Bhagwat hoisted the national flag at Bengaluru on the 77th Independence Day and said protecting freedom is a continuous process.
The RSS chief said India can teach the word based on attributes of knowledge action, devotion, purity and prosperity.
He cited a Sanskrit verse in reference to Swatantra (Independent)” and said to fulfil the country’s role in the world, there is a need to understand the significance of the national flag besides admiration for knowledge.
The article was first published on Aug 15, 2023, in ANI.
For details click on: https://www.aninews.in/news/national/politics/india-needs-to-be-capable-to-enlighten-the-world-mohan-bhagwat20230815115623/)