Excelsior Correspondent
JAMMU, Oct 24: Various programmes and functions were organised by Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) in connection with its 87th Foundation Day today.
On the occasion traditional Shastar Poojan was performed and path Sanchalan (full dress route march) was taken out by RSS activists at different places in Jammu region to mark the celebration of the day.
At Udhampur the Shaster poojan and route march was taken out by the activists of the Sangh. Ramesh Pappa, RSS Prant Pracharak was the chief guest on the occasion who also participated in Shastar Poojan at Mini Stadium Udhampur.
Later the route march by RSS volunteers also started from there and it after passing via Ramnagar Chowk, Hospital road, Sallain Talab, Chabutra Bazaar, culminated at Gole market in the town.
The day was also celebrated in a traditional way in Ramban today where large number of RSS activists took part.
Speaking on the occasion Mr Pappa said that the founder chief of RSS Dr Hedgevar had laid the foundation of Sangh on the Dussera at Nagpur in 1925 to unite Hindus all over globe. He said Sangh since then has performed a vital role in strengthening unity and integrity of the nation, promoting brotherhood and also fighting casteism.
Stressing on strengthening Shakhas (RSS drill) he said the Swayamsewaks have more responsibility on their shoulders at present as country is facing more challenges today than it was facing during pre -independence or post independence days.
RSS also took a full dress march past at Reasi. It started from main bazaar and after passing through Parade Ground culminated at the RSS office Reasi. The Shaster poojan on the occasion was also performed.
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