The Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) has significantly increased its grassroots presence in Malwa Prant. Over the past year, Malwa Prant has witnessed a 10 per cent rise in the number of RSS shakhas, while Bengal has seen an addition of 500 new shakhas between 2023 and 2025. This surge is being viewed as a major milestone in the Sangh’s outreach efforts and is expected to have far-reaching social and political implications.
RSS Malwa Prant has expanded its network by adding 403 new shakhas over the last year, bringing the total to 4,636 across the region. This includes 881 Bal Shakhas (for children) and 150 Mahavidyalaya Vidyarthi Shakhas (for college students), covering 346 locations. The expansion was made possible through the dedicated efforts of 9,059 volunteers known as ‘Vistarak,’ who actively worked across 12,170 villages, devoting their time to spreading RSS ideology.
Dr. Prakash Shastri, Malwa Prant Sanghachalak of RSS, shared these developments during a press conference in Indore. He also discussed key takeaways from the three-day Akhil Bharatiya Pratinidhi Sabha held from March 21 to 23 in Chennahalli, near Bengaluru.
“We have witnessed remarkable growth in our shakha numbers, which is a testament to the increasing trust people have in our mission,” Dr. Shastri stated. “The volunteers have worked tirelessly to reach every village and promote the values of Hindutva, unity, and self-reliance.”
The RSS has also been actively involved in service-oriented activities, with 89,706 initiatives currently running across Bharat. These cover areas such as education, healthcare, self-reliance, and social awareness. Volunteers at 1,084 locations have played a crucial role in eliminating discriminatory social practices, including restrictions on temple entry and access to public water sources.
Additionally, the Sangh appreciated the Uttar Pradesh and Union governments for their successful management of the Prayagraj Mahakumbh. To commemorate the 300th birth anniversary of Devi Ahilyabai Holkar, RSS organised 21,778 programs nationwide, engaging nearly 27.97 lakh participants through lectures, theatrical performances, documentaries, statue installations, temple cleanups, and river conservation initiatives.
“Our efforts are aimed at preserving and celebrating Bharat’s cultural heritage,” Dr. Shastri said. “Devi Ahilyabai Holkar’s contributions must be remembered and honored by future generations.”
