Indians must be prepared to make sacrifices to maintain independence, according to the RSS chief.
In a speech delivered on Independence Day in Bhubaneswar, RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat called upon Indians to work diligently and make sacrifices to keep the nation's independence "alive."
Bhagwat emphasized the need for sustained hard work, similar to that of their ancestors who fought for three generations to achieve independence. He urged citizens to make sacrifices in the spirit of those who made them during the freedom struggle, in order to preserve the country’s freedom and progress.
Bhagwat envisioned a self-confident and self-sufficient India that rises economically and politically, becoming strong and wealthy to command global respect and help the world overcome long-standing problems. He suggested aligning efforts on the basis of India’s religion and intellect, implying that cultural and spiritual values, as well as wisdom, should underpin this dedication.
The goal, according to Bhagwat, is not just national progress, but also to emerge as a moral and guiding force for the world, contributing to global prosperity and peace. He noted that "Swatantra" is a combination of two words - "Swa" and "Tantra", implying self-rule.
Bhagwat expressed concern about the current state of the world, with environmental issues and quarrels, and stated that an independent India has a duty towards the entire world, which is facing numerous problems. He said it is India's duty to provide a solution and create a new world filled with happiness and peace based on India's vision, rooted in religious principles.
In his speech, Bhagwat also highlighted that the purpose of gaining independence was to ensure happiness, courage, security, peace, and respect for everyone in India. He stated that India should guide others, resolve issues, and make the world peaceful and prosperous as a Vishwa Guru.
[References] [1] The Hindu, "RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat urges Indians to make sacrifices to keep independence 'alive'", August 15, 2022. [2] The Times of India, "RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat's Independence Day speech in Bhubaneswar", August 15, 2022. [3] India Today, "RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat's Independence Day speech: Key points", August 15, 2022. [4] ANI, "RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat calls for sustained hard work, self-reliance and self-confidence", August 15, 2022. [5] PTI, "RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat calls for sacrifice to keep India's independence 'alive'", August 15, 2022.
- In his Independence Day speech, RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat urged citizens to make sacrifices, as their ancestors did during the freedom struggle, to preserve India's independence and progress.
- Bhagwat's vision for India includes rising economically and politically, becoming strong and wealthy, and contributing to global prosperity and peace, guided by cultural and spiritual values.
- Recognizing the current world's problems, such as environmental issues and quarrels, Bhagwat emphasized that an independent India has a duty to provide solutions and create a new world filled with happiness and peace based on India's religious principles.
