AWAKENING THE SENSE OF SELF AND CIVIC DUTY IS ESSENTIAL:UPENDRA BHAI TYAGI

AWAKENING THE SENSE OF SELF AND CIVIC DUTY IS ESSENTIAL:UPENDRA BHAI TYAGI

18-MAY-ENG 19

RAJIV NAYAN AGRAWAL

ARA-------------------------Under the aegis of the Collegiate Students' Wing of the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS), a program was organized at the Piyush Coaching Institute to awaken a sense of civic duty and self-awareness among the youth, aimed at fostering "Five Transformations" (Panch Parivartan). During the event, the youth received guidance from Upendra Bhai Tyagi. Upendra Bhai Tyagi—the Provincial Intellectual Chief—paid floral tributes and offered his respects to the portraits of Swami Vivekananda and the "Missile Man," Dr. A.P.J. Abdul Kalam, recognizing them as sources of inspiration for the youth. Furthermore, he urged the young audience to recognize that, for the upliftment and development of India, it is absolutely crucial for all of us to awaken our sense of "Self" and our civic duties. The future, he asserted, will belong to those nations that possess the power of indigenous, advanced technology and innovation, and that embody the spirit of "Nation First." A nation can truly progress only when every single citizen contributes their share. Civic duties encompass adhering to the Constitution and respecting its ideals; honoring the National Anthem and the National Flag; defending the country and rendering national service; upholding the unity, integrity, and sovereignty of the nation; eliminating discrimination based on religion, language, or region; protecting the environment and showing compassion toward all living beings; fostering a scientific temper; and safeguarding public property. Swami Vivekananda, during his time abroad, articulated the greatness of Indian culture and the universal nature of Dharma in a clear and logical manner. This endeavor fostered and enriched a sense of self-reliance among Indians regarding their own country and culture. Today, once again, an effort is being made to steer society in that very direction.

The program was anchored by Uttam Singh, the District Chief of the Collegiate Wing. Roshan Pandey, Himanshu Sharma, Rupesh, Manish, Ashutosh, Dheeraj, Pranav, and other volunteers were present at the event.