Character, National service stressed at RSS do

By Our Staff Reporter
IMPHAL, Feb 4 : Stressing the importance of character, commitment, and collective responsibility, Arun Kumar, Sah-Sarkaryawah of the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS), urged youth to dedicate themselves to National service.
He was addressing a youth interaction programme organized under the theme “The Sangh Way: 100 Years of Service” at the auditorium of the College of Agriculture, Iroisemba, Central Agricultural University (CAU), Imphal, as per a statement.
The programme was presided over by Professor Anupam Mishra, Vice-Chancellor of CAU, and attended by faculty members, students, and invited guests.
As chief guest and main speaker of the programme, Arun Kumar emphasized that the RSS vision centers on Vyakti Nirman (individual development) as the foundation of Rashtra Nirman (Nation-building).
Recalling Dr Keshav Baliram Hedgewar’s founding vision of the RSS, Arun Kumar said it aimed to unite the people and the Nation through individual and social transformation.
Outlining the path toward National rejuvenation, he identified five essential aspects of character formation: understanding civilizational identity, putting the Nation first, maintaining unity and discipline, staying alert to challenges, and overcoming the lingering effects of colonial thought.
Encouraging youth to live a life of purpose, he advocated the principle of “One Life, One Mission,” urging each young person to commit to solving at least one significant social challenge. Unity and coordinated efforts across all sections of society, he emphasized, are essential for preserving National integrity and ensuring progress.
During the interactive session, he discussed the issue of unemployment, linking it partly to societal attitudes that undervalue agriculture, skilled trades, and entrepreneurship.
He also encouraged the youth to develop practical skills, become job creators, and strengthen cooperative movements.
Responding to a question on digital distractions, he described student life as a form of "sadhana" — a period of discipline and self-development — and advised students to focus on physical fitness, mental clarity, and nurturing their natural talents.
The event concluded with an engaging question-and-answer session.