Marking the concluding phase of its centenary year, the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS), Nagpur Mahanagar, organised pathsanchalan from nine locations simultaneously across the city on Sunday as part of its annual Vijayadashami celebrations. The event witnessed enthusiastic participation by swayamsevaks in uniform, while residents welcomed them with warmth and enthusiasm at several places along the routes. RSS Sarsanghchalak Dr Mohan Bhagwat reviewed one of the pathsanchalan at Baba Budhaji Nagar, near Khalsa Gate Gurudwara on Kamptee Road, in the evening. It passed through various localities and prominent junctions, drawing attention of residents. People welcomed the swayamsevaks with flower petals on the marching contingents, lending a festive atmosphere to the occasion.

 

The pathsanchalanas covered different parts of Nagpur, with participants following designated routes through neighbourhoods before returning to their respective starting points. The disciplined formations, coordinated movements and participation of swayamsevaks marked the programme, which formed an important part of the Sangh’s Centenary year celebrations. The pathsanchalanas formed part of the RSS annual Vijayadashami observances and assumed added significance during its centenary year. The enthusiastic participation of swayamsevaks and the warm reception accorded to them by residents at various locations marked the programme across Nagpur.