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100 Years Of RSS: PM Modi Releases Coin Featuring Bharat Mata & Stamp Honouring 1963 R-Day Parade

PM Narendra Modi on Wednesday released a commemorative postage stamp and a silver coin to mark the centenary of the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS). The launch highlighted the organisation’s historic role and contribution to the nation.

The centenary celebrations took place at Dr Ambedkar International Centre in New Delhi. RSS General Secretary (Sarkaryavah) Dattatreya Hosabale, Union Minister Gajendra Singh Shekhawat, and Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta joined the Prime Minister at the event.

PM Modi Explains Coin’s Symbolism

Unveiling the commemorative coin, PM Modi explained its design and importance.

“In the Rs 100 coin, one side features the National Emblem, and the other side shows Bharat Mata in Varada Mudra, with a lion and a Swayamsevak bowing to her in dedication. This is the first time Bharat Mata has appeared on Indian currency since Independence,” he said.

The coin, made of pure silver with a denomination of Rs 100, depicts Bharat Mata with three Swayamsevaks saluting her on its reverse side. The obverse face carries the Lion Capital of the Ashoka Pillar.

The imagery mirrors the traditional pose seen at RSS functions, where cadres bow before Bharat Mata in devotion.

Alongside the coin, PM Modi released a postage stamp titled 100 Years of RSS. The stamp recalls a historic moment when Swayamsevaks marched in the 1963 Republic Day Parade on Rajpath, now Kartavya Path.

“The special postal stamp launched today also carries great importance. In 1963, Sangh’s Swayamsevaks proudly participated in the Republic Day Parade. This stamp features an image of that historic occasion,” PM Modi said.

The Republic Day participation of 1963 came after Prime Minister Jawaharlal Nehru invited RSS volunteers in recognition of their service during the 1962 India-China war.

For the Sangh, the event continues to symbolise national service, pride, and unwavering dedication to the country.

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Purnima Mishra

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