Vice-President CP Radhakrishnan Highlights RSS’s ‘Nation First’ Ideology as National Movement Vice-President CP Radhakrishnan emphasized the historical and ideological significance of the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) during his address at the 29th national session of the Indian Youth Parliament in Nagpur. Speaking at the Maharshi Vyas Sabhagrah, he underscored how the RSS’s “Nation first” ideology has transformed it into a massive national movement dedicated to service and unity. Radhakrishnan highlighted Nagpur’s role as the birthplace of the RSS, founded by Dr. Keshav Baliram Hedgewar in 1925, and described its journey from a small initiative to a nationwide effort driven by a commitment to national service. He noted that the RSS’s growth reflects the spirit of “Rashtra Pratham” (nation first), a principle that remains relevant even as the world faces global challenges like war. Radhakrishnan stressed that dialogue, not conflict, is the path to resolving such crises. The address, delivered under the theme “Indian languages & developed India–2047,” focused on the importance of cultural identity, linguistic diversity, and the role of youth in shaping India’s future. Radhakrishnan argued that India’s linguistic plurality is a strength, urging the youth to embrace their mother tongues as a source of originality rather than regionalism. He emphasized that each language carries its own heritage, contributing to the nation’s cultural harmony. The VP also called for innovation rooted in India’s civilizational foundations to achieve the goal of a developed India by 2047, warning against reliance on borrowed ideas. He urged the youth to think in native languages and approach challenges with confidence, while highlighting democratic values such as dialogue and consensus.#nagpur #rashtriya_swayamsevak_sangh #cp_radhakrishnan #maharshi_vyas_sabhagrah #indian_youth_parliament
