 Dr. Nitish Bharadwaj revisits the founding vision of Dr Keshav Baliram Hedgewar. He recounts tales of courage from Nagpur’s Mohite Wada and traces defining chapters in the RSS’s formative years.

A Century in Retrospect

Kesariya@100

Dr. Nitish Bharadwaj traces the RSS’s origins, its century-long impact on India, Mahakumbh’s grandeur and explores the two-nation theory alongside principles that set India apart.

Tracing the Roots of India’s Ideals

A fateful meeting with M. S. Golwalkar sets Dr Hedgewar’s legacy in motion. The Sangh’s distinct framework commands the attention of visionaries like Dr Ambedkar and Mahatma Gandhi.

Sangh's Framework Draws Admiration from Visionaries

Dr Nitish Bharadwaj recounts M. S. Golwalkar’s early years, a grim national chapter that drew the country's leaders to seek the Sangh’s help and how the Sangh was later framed by others.

Grim Chapters from India’s History

M. S. Golwalkar’s debate with Acharya Vinoba Bhave draws negative press, casting him in a poor light. Yet his life stands as a testament to his devotion to the nation and the ideals he upheld.

Ideals above Infamy

Indira Gandhi’s 1975 conviction triggers upheaval and the Emergency crushes the Sangh. Amid the unrest, Balasaheb Deoras rises as a key leader and J. P. Narayan’s Janata Party charts a new path.

The Emergency that Redefined India

In Srinagar, Shyama Prasad Mukherjee gave his life opposing Article 370. The Sangh endured political killings and assaults, surrendering life, comfort and safety in selfless service to the nation.

Choosing Sacrifice over Safety

With personality development, community service and nation building at its core, the Sangh transformed education, tribal rehabilitation and remote healthcare, quietly achieving much with very little.

The Sangh’s Quiet Legacy

Temples, an integral part of India’s civilisational fabric, have long faced repeated assaults during invasions. The Sangh has devoted itself to their restoration, from Kanyakumari to Ayodhya.

Preserving the Nation’s Sacred Heritage

A journey commemorating 100 years of RSS, a selfless, nationalist organisation. The story of one man's dream that inspired a million minds to build a legacy of resilience and unwavering patriotism.

Season 1

 While some call it a political powerhouse, others call it an extremist group. Witness the truth behind RSS and the values that keep the organisation relevant even after 100 years of its origin. Premieres 12th December 2025.

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