Published: 10 October 2025Politics
RSS Commemorative Stamp Released by PM Modi on Organisation's 100th Anniversary
Prime Minister Narendra Modi released a commemorative postage stamp marking the 100th anniversary of the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS), which was founded in 1925 on Vijayadashami by K.B. Hedgewar in Nagpur. The RSS centenary celebrations were held across the country.
The RSS, the ideological parent of the ruling BJP, has been a significant socio-cultural force in India for a century. Founded with the aim of uniting the Hindu community for national service, the organisation has expanded to become one of the world's largest voluntary organisations with an estimated 6-7 million active members across 57,000+ shakhas (branches). The commemorative stamp celebrates the organisation's role in social service and national integration.
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Frequently asked questions
When was the RSS founded and by whom?
The **RSS (Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh) was founded on October 11, 1925, by K.B. Hedgewar in Nagpur.** PM Modi released a commemorative postage stamp marking its **100th anniversary** in 2025. It has grown into one of the world's largest voluntary organisations.
What is the relationship between RSS and BJP?
**The RSS is the ideological parent of the ruling BJP (Bharatiya Janata Party).** Founded in 1925, the RSS is a Hindu nationalist socio-cultural organisation that has trained several BJP leaders. Its network of 57,000+ shakhas and 6-7 million active members has been instrumental in BJP's political success.
How many members and branches does the RSS have?
The RSS has an estimated **6-7 million active members across 57,000+ shakhas (branches)** across India and internationally. Founded with the aim of uniting the Hindu community for national service, it has become one of the world's largest voluntary organisations over its 100-year history.
What commemorative stamp did PM Modi release on RSS centenary?
**PM Modi released a commemorative postage stamp** marking the **100th anniversary of the RSS (founded October 11, 1925).** The RSS centenary celebrations were held across the country, with the stamp celebrating the organisation's role in social service and national integration over its century-long existence.
What is the founding objective of RSS?
The **RSS was founded with the aim of uniting the Hindu community for national service.** Established by K.B. Hedgewar in Nagpur on October 11, 1925, it grew through a network of daily shakhas (branches) that train volunteers in physical fitness, discipline, and Hindu cultural values.
