Prime Minister Narendra Modi's visit to Nagpur recently marked a significant event in the 100-year journey of the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS). During his visit, he paid homage to Dr. K.B. Hedgewar, the founder of the RSS, at the RSS Smriti Mandir and later visited the Deeksha Bhoomi, the sacred site where Dr. B.R. Ambedkar and his followers embraced Buddhism in 1956. This dual visit was a powerful message of unity, as it brought together two ideologies that were historically seen as opposites. Modi's gestures at both sites symbolized the common values that RSS and Ambedkar's movement share, particularly their emphasis on social equality and the eradication of discrimination. Though there has been historical tension between the RSS and Ambedkar’s followers, the Prime Minister’s actions signify a shift towards mutual respect and understanding. In his address at Deeksha Bhoomi, Modi highlighted the importance of an inclusive India, aligning with Ambedkar's vision of equality while reinforcing the RSS's commitment to national unity and social harmony. This convergence of ideas represents a broader shift in the nation’s political and ideological landscape, reinforcing the values of inclusiveness and harmony.
