Sunday, March 02, 2014

On 26th February
Yesterday was the 108th birth anniversary of M S Golwalkar, second chief of RSS. A controversial figure according to secularists and RSS-haters. But who was he?

Born in 1906 in a middle class family in Nagpur, he was the only surviving c...hild of his parents. A bright kid who excelled in studies as well as sports and arts. He wanted to be a doctor but circumstances forced him to pursue master in science. Finally he landed as a lecturer in BHU, Varanasi and became popular among students as GURUJI. This was an apt name because he had equal expertise on all subjects. It was here he came in contact with RSS and became a regular at shakha. Dr Hedgewar noticed him during his visit and was impressed by his intellect.

His spiritual inclination made him go away to Sargachi in Bengal. Swami Akhandanda , disciple of Ramkrishna , had established a math there to serve the poor and downtrodden. Many people questioned Swamiji to establish math at such an unfortunate place (not far from Plassey). But he is said to have answered that I am waiting for the person who will lead India’s ascent to glory. Guruji served him whole heartedly during his last days and received diksha.

It was his simplicity, sharp intellect and leadership qualities which made him a natural choice for the chief position. It was his vision to realise that a multifaceted approach can only lead to renaissance of this nation. It was his inspiration which led to the start of BJS (Bhartiya Jan Sangh), BMS (Bhartiya Mazdoor Sangh), ABVP , VKS (Vanvasi Kalyan Ashram), VHP and many more nationalist organisations.

Very few people in the world lead and create so many lasting organisations.
BHARAT MATA KI JAI !!!

PS: His fierce patriotism made Verghese Kurien also his admirer.

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