Sewa Bharati reaffirmed its commitment to the displaced families of Wayanad, Kerala, by handing over eight newly constructed homes under the "Sneh Nikunjam"
Sewa Bharati is the dedicated social service arm of the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS), founded on the auspicious occasion of Gandhi Jayanti, October 2, 1979. It functions as a vast, nationwide network of voluntary organisations committed to the mission of social upliftment and national integration. By focusing its efforts on the most underprivileged and marginalised communities, Seva Bharati works tirelessly to provide essential welfare services, fostering self-reliance and dignity among those often neglected by mainstream developmental efforts. Sewa Bharati does not just provide aid; it restores the dignity of the individual and strengthens the collective resolve of the Hindu society. Whether through disaster relief, value-based education, or healthcare, the organisation acts as a sentinel of humanity, proving that the strength of Bharat lies in its spirit of self-reliance and the unbreakable bond of brotherhood among its people.
This report documents 35 transformative Sewa Bharati initiatives across Bharat, showcasing the RSS’s unparalleled commitment to grassroots nation-building. Through these large-scale, multi-sector interventions, the organisation continues to provide a healing touch to the marginalised, fostering self-reliance and social harmony in the true spirit of service.
In June, 2025, Sewa Bharati reaffirmed its commitment to the displaced families of Wayanad, Kerala, by handing over eight newly constructed homes under the “Sneh Nikunjam” (Homes of Affection) rehabilitation project. Recognising the plight of landslide victims who lacked their own property, the organisation went beyond mere construction by purchasing the land itself to ensure these families have a permanent and secure foundation. This gesture successfully fulfilled a significant portion of a larger pledge to rehabilitate twelve families, providing a tangible example of how grassroots Hindu service organisations step in to provide stability and hope where it is needed most.
Demonstrating its long-term vision for rural rehabilitation, Sewa Bharati handed over 77 robustly constructed houses to flood-affected families in Sabbalahunasi village, Karnataka, in October, 2010. These homes were not merely shelters but part of a planned community, equipped with essential infrastructure such as roads, electricity, and drainage. With a grander vision to construct 515 houses in the village, the organisation continues to integrate physical reconstruction with social empowerment through ongoing education and self-employment training, ensuring that the victims of natural disasters emerge stronger and more self-reliant.
In the wake of the catastrophic cloudbursts that struck Kishtwar, Jammu and Kashmir, in August 2025, Sewa Bharati mobilised its volunteers with lightning speed to serve those in distress. Facing a tragedy that left dozens dead and hundreds missing, the organisation’s Jammu and Kashmir unit provided a comprehensive support system, including ambulance services, food distribution, medical aid, and shelter. By partnering with local groups like ISKPO, Sewa Bharati addressed the immediate trauma of the disaster while simultaneously laying the groundwork for the long-term rehabilitation of the affected mountain communities.
Sewa Bharati took a significant step toward nation-building in August, 2025 by inaugurating a new Shiksha-Sanskar Kendra in Hapur, Uttar Pradesh. Located at the Shiv Mandir in Chandralok Colony, this centre aims to provide children with an education that is deeply rooted in Bharatiya values and traditional culture Beyond standard academic learning, the initiative focuses on instilling vital virtues such as discipline, patriotism, and respect for heritage, ensuring that the next generation grows up with a strong sense of identity and responsibility toward their parents, teachers, and motherland.
In August, 2025, Sewa Bharati organised another successful free health check-up camp in Fatehabad, Haryana, continuing its tradition of monthly community service. Held at the Arya Samaj Mandir, the camp provided free examinations and medicines to 55 patients through a specialist medical team led by Dr Shiv Sachdeva. Supported by Cipla, the initiative ensures that nearly 70% of the patients receive the medication they need at no cost, proving that Sewa Bharati remains a consistent and reliable guardian of public health for those who lack access to expensive medical treatments.
Displaying the legendary grit and dedication of the Sangh, RSS volunteers undertook a perilous relief mission in Dharali in August, 2025. Following a local disaster, these swayamsevaks carried heavy ration bags on their shoulders through thick mud and rough, waterlogged paths to reach a communal dining centre at a local temple. Their selfless efforts ensured that food reached the stranded, while the establishment of a dedicated relief centre in the area underscores the organisation’s unwavering resolve to stand by the people of the hills during their most difficult hours.
Sewa Bharati Delhi successfully galvanised the capital’s spirit in April, 2025 by hosting the “Run for a Girl Child” marathon at the Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium. More than ten thousand enthusiastic participants joined the race to advocate for the education, healthcare, and skill development of girls from underprivileged slum communities. This massive public event served as a powerful platform to promote the empowerment of the girl child, reflecting Sewa Bharati’s deep-seated belief that the progress of the nation is inextricably linked to the dignity and advancement of its daughters.
In Himachal Pradesh, Sewa Bharati demonstrated its hallmark “person-to-person” approach in August, 2025 by providing direct relief to families devastated by a massive rockfall in Mandi district. Led by Prant Sangathan Mantri Rakesh Prabhakar, the relief team reached the remote Fagu village to support those who had lost their homes. By delivering essential items such as bedding, food, utensils, and tarpaulins directly to the doorsteps of the victims, Sewa Bharati ensured that no family felt abandoned by society in the aftermath of nature’s fury.
Sewa Bharati Sirsa celebrated a dual victory for social welfare and the environment in August, 2025, by inaugurating a Women’s Sewing and Training Centre in Sector-19. This initiative, supported by HSF Product Pvt. Ltd., aims to provide women with the skills necessary for economic independence and self-sufficiency. In a beautiful harmony of social service and ecological responsibility, members and guests also planted 75 saplings during the event, pledging to nurture them as a symbol of the growing strength and resilience of the community.
As floods ravaged Guna, Madhya Pradesh, Sewa Bharati responded in July, 2025 by launching a massive free food service for the displaced and distressed. Operating from two strategically located relief centres-Annapurna Bhojanalaya and the Senior Citizen Service Centre-the organisation served hot, nutritious meals to over 800 people and distributed hundreds of food packets to remote settlements. By guaranteeing daily meal services from morning until evening, Sewa Bharati provided a vital lifeline to flood-hit families, ensuring that hunger did not add to the burdens of those who had already lost so much.
In August, 2025, Sewa Bharti demonstrated its deep commitment to Bharatiya traditions by establishing a comprehensive service camp for Kanwariyas in Ghazipur, Uttar Pradesh. On the auspicious eve of the third Monday of Sawan, RSS volunteers and Sewa Bharti members welcomed the devotees heading toward Mahahar Dham with profound respect. The camp served as a vital support system for the pilgrims, providing prasadam distribution and essential medical assistance to ensure that the spiritual journey of the Shiva devotees remained smooth and safe.
Sewa Bharti Trust took its mission of wellness to the rural heartlands of Jharkhand in July, 2025, by organising a massive health camp at Oxford School in Budhmu village, Ranchi. The initiative focused on the health of the younger generation and local residents, resulting in the examination of 351 patients. By distributing free medicines and providing expert consultations on-site, Sewa Bharti bypassed the logistical hurdles of rural healthcare, ensuring that the marginalised sections of society received the medical attention they deserved directly within their community.
Following the devastation caused by heavy rains and landslides in Mandi, Sewa Bharti and the RSS Una district unit mobilised a significant relief operation in July, 2025. Dedicated volunteers navigated difficult terrain to deliver essential supplies, including food, warm blankets, clothes, and life-saving medicines to families in remote villages. This mission was a testament to the Sangh’s legendary ability to reach the most isolated corners of the country during natural disasters, providing a healing touch to those struggling against the fury of nature in the hill states.
In July, 2025, Sewa Bharti Bhiwani joined forces with the Health Department to launch a targeted health check-up camp at the Hanuman Johdi Temple as part of the “Malnutrition-Free Bhiwani” campaign. Volunteers went door-to-door to identify and bring over 72 children to the camp for comprehensive screenings of their eyes, teeth, and general growth parameters. By providing free medicines and monitoring the weight of sick and malnourished children, Sewa Bharti proved its role as a vigilant guardian of the nation’s future health and vitality.
Sewa Bharti Barmer continued its noble tradition of selfless service in June 2025 by launching its annual summer drinking water initiative at the Barmer railway station. In the sweltering heat of the Rajasthan summer, volunteers worked tirelessly to provide cool, clean water to thousands of weary passengers. This selfless act of hospitality, supported by local organisations, offered a much-needed respite to travellers, reflecting the age-old Bharatiya values of Punya (merit) through the simple yet profound act of quenching a stranger’s thirst.
Recognising the seasonal struggles of urban poor families, Sewa Bharti Sarangarh distributed essential monsoon aid in June 2025 in the Raigarh district. Slum residents, who often face the brunt of flooding and leaking roofs, were provided with tarpaulins, umbrellas, and food items. By addressing these basic yet critical needs, Sewa Bharti ensured that vulnerable households could face the harsh monsoon season with dignity and protection, reinforcing the organisation’s role as a reliable shield for the marginalised during challenging weather conditions.
Sewa Bharti took a visionary step toward cultural and educational empowerment in June, 2025, with the inauguration of the Seva Dham Hostel in Jhalarapatan, Rajasthan. Designed to provide free accommodation, nutritious food, and quality education to children from impoverished families, the hostel operates on the ancient Gurukul system. By focusing on students in classes 6 and 7, the initiative seeks to shape responsible, value-driven citizens who are rooted in Bharatiya culture, proving that Sewa Bharti’s educational model is as much about character building as it is about academic success.
In June, 2025, Sewa Bharti organised an impactful eye check-up camp at the Brahma Temple in Sureshiya, Hanumangarh Junction, Rajasthan, providing free services to 88 patients. The initiative went beyond simple diagnosis, as 41 individuals were provided with free spectacles to correct their vision, while 16 patients were identified for advanced surgical treatments. This effort reflects Sewa Bharti’s commitment to restoring the quality of life for senior citizens and the underprivileged, ensuring that financial constraints do not prevent anyone from regaining the precious gift of sight.
Honouring the legacy of the legendary tribal leader Bhagwan Birsa Munda, Sewa Bharti Dholpur launched a free coaching centre in June, 2025. The centre, established at Jain Nursing Home, targets students whose families cannot afford the high costs of private tuition. By providing academic support to help students overcome learning challenges, Sewa Bharti is working to level the playing field, ensuring that talent and hard work are the only criteria for success, regardless of a student’s economic background.
Sewa Bharti Sultanpur organised a provincial training session in May, 2025 at the Tribhuvan Devi Academy to promote self-reliance among women and girls through the art of Mehndi. Trainers emphasised that this traditional art form is not only a cultural expression but also a viable source of livelihood that can help women become economically independent. This initiative is part of Sewa Bharti’s broader mission to combine cultural heritage with modern economic empowerment, providing women from underprivileged communities the tools to build their own futures.
In May, 2025, Sewa Bharti Chitrakoot collaborated with ALIMCO to host a distribution programme at the Vinayakpur Old Age Home, providing essential mobility and hearing aids to senior citizens. Needy residents received hearing aids, walking sticks, and specialised support belts for the neck, knees, and waist to improve their daily comfort and independence. By addressing the specific physical requirements of the elderly, Sewa Bharti demonstrated its deep-rooted respect for the senior members of society, ensuring they live their sunset years with dignity and care.
Sewa Bharti organised a monumental free medical camp on Hathras Road in May, 2025, where a team of 20 specialist doctors provided high-quality care to a massive gathering of citizens. While 1,000 patients registered for the camp, 600 received detailed medical consultations and 200 underwent free diagnostic tests, including blood sugar and pressure monitoring. The event also featured a heartwarming gesture where assisting teachers were honoured with mementoes, highlighting the collaborative spirit that drives Sewa Bharti’s large-scale social interventions.
In a powerful statement against social divisions, Sewa Bharti Ajmer organised the 6th Shri Ram Janaki Inter-Caste Mass Wedding on the auspicious occasion of Peepal Purnima, May 12, 2025. Eleven couples from diverse communities, including Brahmin, Valmiki, Rajput, and others, were united under a single mandap following traditional Hindu rituals. The event served as a beautiful example of Samajik Samrasta (social harmony), as participants from all backgrounds shared a common meal, proving that the bond of Dharma transcends all caste-based distinctions.
Sewa Bharti J&K reinforced its commitment to national security and humanitarian aid in May 2025, with the launch of ‘Karuna Abhiyan’ under Operation Sindoor. This initiative is specifically designed to support families living in sensitive border regions facing humanitarian crises. By providing 24/7 disaster support, free ambulance services, blood donation camps, and counselling, Sewa Bharti ensures that the resilient citizens guarding our borders never feel alone, continuing its legacy of service during both natural disasters and national emergencies.
In April, 2025, Sewa Bharti Jaisalmer launched a vital water supply mission for underprivileged and displaced Hindu families who have returned from Pakistan. Celebrating Akshaya Tritiya, the organisation deployed 15 tankers daily to deliver clean water to three different settlements, benefiting approximately 2,000 people. This initiative provides a crucial lifeline to these families as they resettle in their ancestral motherland, ensuring they have access to basic necessities while rebuilding their lives with the support of their fellow countrymen.
In April, 2025, Sewa Bharti Kishtwar paid a meaningful tribute to the legacy of Shaheed Chander Kant Sharma on his Balidan Diwas by installing a modern RO water purification system at the District Hospital. This initiative ensures that patients and their families in this sensitive region of Jammu and Kashmir have access to clean, safe drinking water. By choosing the hospital as the site for this project, Sewa Bharti has once again demonstrated its commitment to strengthening public infrastructure and serving the weaker sections of society in the name of those who sacrificed their lives for the nation.
Aligning with the national mission of the Swachh Bharat campaign, Sewa Bharti Ghaziabad organised a vital health and awareness programme in April, 2025, at Rajnagar Extension. The organisation distributed free sanitary pads to women and schoolgirls from underprivileged backgrounds, addressing a critical aspect of women’s health that is often ignored. Beyond the distribution, the program focused on educating participants about proper hygiene and disposal, empowering them with knowledge and resources to lead healthier lives with dignity.
Sewa Bharti’s localised and responsive approach to service was evident in Nagaur, Rajasthan, in March, 2025, when the organisation provided a full month’s ration to a differently-abled family. Upon learning that a member of the Nayak family had lost a leg in a tragic accident, Sewa Bharti volunteers immediately mobilised to provide essential food supplies. This gesture of prompt assistance highlights the organisation’s deep roots in the community and its ability to identify and support the most vulnerable citizens during their moments of crisis.
In a revolutionary move for educational empowerment, Sewa Bharti Anupgarh inaugurated a state-of-the-art high-tech library in February, 2025. Specifically designed for children from marginalised communities, including those who were previously involved in begging, the facility offers air-conditioning, high-speed WiFi, digital security, and an inverter backup. This free resource provides a quiet, modern environment for academic growth, complete with LED screens for motivational content and a regular test series, proving that Sewa Bharti believes the highest quality of education should be accessible to the poorest child.
Sewa Bharti launched a comprehensive campaign for maternal health in the Katni district of Madhya Pradesh in February, 2025, by adopting 1,371 pregnant women across eight tehsils. The “Matrishakti Suposhan evam Sambhal Abhiyan” provides these women with nutrition kits, medical monitoring, and essential education to ensure a healthy pregnancy. By focusing on both the mother’s health and the overall development of the family, Sewa Bharti is taking a proactive stance against malnutrition, ensuring that the next generation of Bharat starts life with strength and vitality.
Sewa Bharti Purvanchal, in collaboration with the Siang Trust, conducted a heroic medical mission along the sensitive Indo-China border on February 10, 2025. Specialist and MBBS doctors travelled from across Bharat to reach remote circles like Monigong and Tuting, providing free health check-ups and medicines to 203 needy patients. These camps serve as a crucial lifeline for the resilient citizens living in our border villages, reinforcing the bond between the mainland and the frontier while ensuring that professional healthcare reaches the furthest corners of our sovereign territory.
Recognising the struggles of students who lack a peaceful study environment and internet access, Sewa Bharti Jaipur inaugurated the free Vivekananda Library in Ramnagar in February, 2025. The library provides a dedicated space for 100 students, offering a wide range of study materials for secondary school and competitive examinations, along with free internet. This initiative serves as a sanctuary for aspiring youth, ensuring that their dreams of success are not hindered by a lack of resources at home, and fostering a culture of disciplined self-study inspired by the values of Swami Vivekananda.
In January, 2025, Sewa Bharti Raebareli organised a specialised medical camp at a local leprosy ashram to provide dedicated healthcare to its residents. A team of specialist doctors, including gynaecologists and surgeons, provided consultations and treatments, with a specific focus on ensuring that women at the ashram could discuss their health concerns without hesitation. This initiative reflects the organisation’s commitment to serving those who are often marginalised or stigmatised by society, bringing professional medical dignity and care directly to their doorstep.
Sewa Bharti’s Ekal Vidyalaya Foundation took a stand against the menace of substance abuse by organising a drug de-addiction awareness program in Bandipora, Jammu and Kashmir, in January, 2025. Held at the Higher Secondary School in Aloosa, the programme utilised interactive sessions, speeches, and counselling to educate students and the local community about the destructive effects of drugs. By promoting a healthy, drug-free lifestyle, Sewa Bharti is working to protect the youth of the valley and guide them toward a productive and patriotic future.
Starting the year with a gesture of kindness, Sewa Bharti Dausa distributed winter kits and educational materials to students at the Mahavir Bal Sanskar Kendra in January, 2025. In the midst of a severe winter, children were provided with warm jerseys, educational kits, and nutritious date packets to support their health and studies. The event, supported by dedicated retired educators, highlighted Sewa Bharti’s ongoing efforts to nurture the physical and intellectual growth of children at Sanskar Kendras, ensuring they have the tools and comfort necessary to excel in their education.
The vast network of Sewa Bharati initiatives serves as a powerful testament to the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh’s vision of a strong, self-reliant, and harmonious Bharat. From the remote borders of Arunachal Pradesh to the disaster-hit valleys of Wayanad and Mandi, the organisation operates not as a mere charity, but as a guardian of national character.
By integrating modern healthcare and high-tech education with traditional Bharatiya values, Sewa Bharati is successfully bridging the gap between the marginalised and the mainstream. This selfless model of service-free from the motives of conversion or political gain-proves that when the spirit of Sewa (service) is rooted in Dharma, it becomes a transformative force capable of rebuilding lives and fortifying the nation’s cultural and social foundations.
