New Delhi, May 10: The Akhil Bharatiya Vidyarthi Parishad (ABVP) in Delhi organized a celebration marking the centenary of Professor Yashwantrao Kelkar, featuring speeches from Sunil Ambekar, the All India Publicity Chief of the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS), and wrestler Yogeshwar Dutt. During the event, Ambekar emphasized that Kelkar was a key architect of the Vidyarthi Parishad’s organizational structure.
Ambekar noted that Kelkar’s efforts to shape the organization based on a systematic approach have contributed to the sustained development of a talented student body over the years. He highlighted the unique characteristics of the organization formed among students, rooted in the RSS methodology.
The centenary year of Kelkar was marked by various events aimed at recalling his life, messages, and inspiring both the elderly and the youth. The event was deemed meaningful and impactful.
On the occasion of Kelkar’s birth anniversary, former Indian wrestler Yogeshwar Dutt remarked that the chief guest of the event was Dattatreya Hosabale, the General Secretary of the RSS, who was present along with numerous activists. The biography of Yashwantrao Kelkar was presented, and students from the Vidyarthi Parishad expressed their connection to his life.
Dutt shared his experience, stating, “I have been working on this for almost an hour. It is inspiring to see someone rise from grassroots to the top while staying connected to their roots. We draw inspiration from Kelkar’s life. If we have a goal, we should strive to achieve it.” He encouraged ABVP workers to implement Kelkar’s ideas and contribute to strengthening society and the nation.
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