The Akhil Bharatiya Pratinidhi Sabha (ABPS) 2025 of Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh is going on in Bengaluru. The Akhil Bharatiya Pratinidhi Sabha is the highest decision-making body and is organised every year. This years’ ABPS is being held in the premises of Janseva Vidya Kendra, located at Channenahalli near Bengaluru. The meeting will conclude on March 23, 2025.
The annual report (Karyavritta) of the last year (2024-25) of the Sangh has been presented and will be discussed in the Baithak. Along with a critical analysis of it, reporting on special initiatives of the last year by various Prants and units of the Sangh will also be done during this 3-day baithak.
On the second day of the Akhil Bharatiya Pratinidhi Sabha (ABPS) 2025, RSS Sah-Sarkaryavah Arun Kumar briefed the media about the ongoing meetings and shared details of the resolutions passed as part of ABPS.
Speaking about the Sangh’s work, Arun Kumar said that the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh has always focused on two key aspects: expansion and consolidation. Alongside this, the Sangh continuously strives for societal transformation. “Our fundamental goal is to bring about a positive change in society. We perceive the Sangh not merely as an organization but as a dynamic movement of people dedicated to this transformation,” he said.
“We consistently initiate and evaluate our endeavors. True societal transformation cannot be achieved solely through laws and acts; it requires the creation of a conducive environment. Individuals seeking this transformation must become agents of change, necessitating regular evaluation of their efforts,” he added.
“Over the past 100 years, we have diligently deliberated and analyzed two critical issues: the expansion and consolidation of our work, the quality of that work, and initiatives aimed at societal transformation. As we approach the centenary of the Sangh, it is natural to evaluate our progress and accelerate our efforts. This is a period of introspection,” he stated.
He further said, “Six years ago, we identified specific targets. While we conduct annual reviews, this occasion provides an opportunity to assess our progress towards these goals as we approach Vijayadashami, marking the Sangh’s 100th year. We had three primary goals: expanding our work, improving the quality of our work, and Supt Shakti Jagaran (Awakening of Dormant Power).
“We aspire for every swayamsevak to be an active worker. As Mukund ji mentioned yesterday, we have nearly one crore swayamsevaks. Of these, over 60 lakh are consistently involved in our activities, and approximately 8 lakh hold organisational responsibilities. We encourage as many swayamsevaks as possible to participate in our daily activities,” he said.
He further added, “The Sangh aims to establish a constructive wavelength with leaders in various societal domains, including economic, social, religious, educational, and intellectual spheres. These leaders share our vision for the nation’s welfare, and we seek opportunities for collaborative efforts. We have planned activities to facilitate this.”
“We have also discussed our activities in the context of the Sangh’s 100th year, focusing on the contemporary scenario of the country, our role and responsibilities, along with policy-related issues,” he informed.
Tomorrow, RSS Sarkaryavah Dattatreya Hosabale will elaborate on these points, he added.
“Our regular evaluation of our work highlights the unique nature of the Sangh. Founded in 1925, we had expanded to all parts of the country by 1940. By 1972, we had reached all districts, and by 1996, all blocks and towns. Now, we are approaching 100% coverage,” he said.
“Subsequently, we set targets at the Mandal and Basti levels, focusing on geographical expansion. Based on a population of 10,000, we have established 1,03,000 units. Our objective is to reach every segment of society, ultimately becoming a 100% inclusive movement, which we describe as Sarv Sparshi – Sarv Vyapi (All-encompassing and all-pervasive). We learn as we progress. Initially, we focused on working in colleges, but later realized our limited presence in premier institutions. Now, our work has begun, and we are expanding among them,” he said.
“The Sangh is solution-oriented. We identify societal problems and strive to find solutions rather than exacerbating them. The power of society is immense. When we speak of the Sangh’s expansion over the past 100 years, we are not merely referring to numerical strength but to the power and strength of society. When we say ‘Sangh Shakti has increased,’ it means societal strength has grown. It implies that society is capable of addressing its challenges. With this perspective, we have been reviewing our work since yesterday. Representatives from all states have presented reports on various successful initiatives and projects, showcasing exemplary stories from every region of the country,” he said.
“We have done a lot of work for the betterment of the society, but much more remains to be done. In these 100 years, we have achieved a lot, and there is still much to accomplish. This is not just the responsibility of the RSS but of the entire society. We are working in the right direction,” Arun Kumar said.
Answering to a question on delimitation, he said, “Delimitation is a part of the election process. When it happens and when an act is made on it, then discussions should take place. One should avoid spreading rumours about it. Those who are making political statements on this should think that no process has even begun yet.”
On the question of who will be the next BJP president, he said, “There is no coordination meeting between the RSS and BJP regarding this, BJP has its own process of electing a president. We work together on matters concerning society and the nation.”
“Our Bharat has a unique identity. There are many languages in Bharat, but the sentiment is same. No Mahapurush has ever thought in terms of a single state; they always had a national vision. In our country, food habits may vary, but our culture and civilisation is same. The conviction of Bharat is ‘One People, One Nation.’ Food, language should not become subjects of division. Ultimately, ‘We the People,’ as mentioned in our Preamble, signifies that we share the same identity. Whenever challenges arise, we must resolve them together,” he added.
On the second day of the baithak, a resolution- ‘A call to stand in Solidarity with Hindu Society of Bangladesh’ was also passed.
“The Akhil Bharatiya Pratinidhi Sabha expresses its serious concern on the unabated and planned violence, injustice and oppression faced by the Hindu and other minority communities at the hands of radical Islamist elements in Bangladesh. This is clearly a serious case of violation of human rights. During the recent regime change in Bangladesh, several incidents of attacks on mutts, temples, Durgapuja pandals and educational institutions, desecration of deities , barbaric killings, looting of properties, abduction and molestation of women and forcible conversions are being continuously reported. To deny the religious angle of these incidents by claiming them to be only political, is negation of truth as scores of victims of such incidents belong to Hindu and other minority communities only”, the resolution reads.
“There is a concerted effort on the part of some international forces to foment instability in the entire region surrounding Bharat by creating an atmosphere of distrust and confrontation pitting one country against another. The ABPS calls upon thought leaders and scholars in international relations to keep vigil on such anti Bharat atmosphere, activities of Pakistan and Deep State and expose them. The ABPS wishes to underscore the fact that the entire region has a shared culture, history and social bonds because of which any upheaval at one place raises concern throughout the region. The ABPS feels that all vigilant people should make efforts towards strengthening this shared legacy of Bharat and neighbouring countries”, the resolution reads.
The resolution further reads, “The Government of Bharat has expressed its resolve to stand with the Hindu and other minority communities of Bangladesh and need of their protection. The Government of Bharat has taken up the issue with the interim Government of Bangladesh as well as on several global platforms. The ABPS urges the Government of Bharat to make all possible efforts to ensure the protection, dignity and wellbeing of Hindu community in Bangladesh alongwith engaging Government of Bangladesh in continuous and meaningful dialogue. The ABPS is of the opinion that it is incumbent on the International organizations like UN and global community to take serious note of the inhumane treatment meted out to Hindus and other minority communities in Bangladesh and pressurise Bangladesh government to put a halt to these violent activities. The ABPS also calls upon Hindu community and leaders from different countries and international organizations to raise their voice in solidarity with the Hindu and other minority communities of Bangladesh”.
RSS Sarsanghchalak Dr Mohan Bhagwat, Sarkaryavah Dattatreya Hosabale, all six Sah-Sarkaryavahs, and all members of the executive are present in the 3-day meeting. Total 1,482 Karyakartas, mainly elected representatives from Prant and Kshetra levels, are also participating in this meeting. The All India President, General Secretary, and Organising Secretary of 32 RSS-inspired organisations are also present.
