UNDER the banner of Sarv Hindu Samaj, a large-scale ‘Hindu Sammelan’was organised at various places of Raipur district. The objective of the event was to strengthen cultural awareness, social harmony, and commitment toward nation-building within Hindu society. Conferences held simultaneously at 12 different locations witnessed enthusiastic participation from citizens, youth, and women. As part of the celebrations, a grand Kalash Yatra was organised in Deen Dayal Upadhyay Nagar by Sarv Hindu Samaj and Matru Shakti.

 

Local residents welcomed the procession by showering flowers along the route. The yatra emerged as a powerful symbol of cultural unity and collective social participation. Delivering an inspiring address, Devkar Maharaj of Kabir Ashram, Soniperi, highlighted the relevance of Hindu conferences organized under the guidance of the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh. He drew attention to the atrocities faced by Hindus in Bangladesh and the ongoing attempts at religious conversion. Chairperson of the State Commission for Protection of Child Rights Varnika Sharma was the keynote speaker.

 

Speaker on the occasion, he emphasised the role of women on the occasion of 100 years of the Sangh. She stated that understanding society begins with understanding the family. Urmila Netam from the Gayatri Pariwar described women as the embodiment of Shakti, Lakshmi, and Saraswati, and stressed their responsibility in shaping society. In his address, Chhattisgarh Prant Sanghchalak Dr Toplal Verma stated that one lakh Hindu conferences are being organised across the country.

 

Referring to India’s industrial strength and robust economy, he warned that this progress has triggered attempts at cultural disruption. Remembering the sacrifices of great leaders, he called for a revival of cultural consciousness and emphasised research, social harmony, self-reliance, Make in India, environmental protection, greater use of the Hindi language, and promotion of cottage industries. He concluded by saying, “The national conscience is awakening; change is inevitable.” Kshetra Sanghchalak (Madhy Kshetra) Dr Purnendu Saxena stated that the Sangh’s 100-year journey is a saga of service, discipline, and organisation.