This year’s Sankalp Diwas was dedicated to celebrating the Samiti’s 90-year journey of service, dedication, and nation building. Paying tribute to Mausiji’s ideals of national service, women’s awakening, and social commitment, participants reaffirmed their resolve to work for society and the nation.
The keynote address was delivered by Mananiya Alka Inamdar, Akhil Bharatiya Sah-Karyavahika of Rashtriya Sevika Samiti. Prof. Nisha Rana, Medhavini Prant Sanyojika, introduced the theme of the programme.
The event was graced by National Commission for Women Chairperson Vijaya Rahatkar as the Chief Guest, while New Delhi MP Bansuri Swaraj presided over the programme. Distinguished guests included Mukul Kanitkar, Member of the Akhil Bharatiya Prachar Team of the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS), and Prof. V. S. Negi, President of DUTA, who highlighted the pivotal role of organized women’s leadership in nation building. Prof. Charu Kalra and Anju Ahuja also shared the मंच.
Nine distinguished women from diverse fields were felicitated for their outstanding contributions to society and public service.
The programme concluded with sevikas, academicians, social workers, and citizens collectively resolving to carry forward the ideals of Vandaniya Mausiji and strengthen the enduring tradition of service, values, and dedication to the nation.
Key Highlights from the Speakers
Vijaya Rahatkar, Chairperson, National Commission for Women
– When the women of the nation take a pledge, not only society but the entire nation transforms.
– The world will measure India’s strength not merely by its economy but by the power of its women.
– Viksit Bharat 2047 is a collective national commitment.
– Indian women are excelling in every field, including science, space, technology, and medicine.
Mukul Kanitkar
– Indian women are making their mark and leading across the world.
– The coming century will be the century of women’s leadership.
– Embracing modernity does not require abandoning our ancient traditions.
– True worship means striving to embody the ideals of those we revere.
Bansuri Swaraj, Member of Parliament
– When individuals understand their true identity and roots, no force can shake them.
– India does not need to borrow the ideas of feminism and equality from the West.
– Through motherhood, creativity, and leadership, women will shape the future of the nation.
– Women play the role of both mentor and foundation, strengthening the nation’s future.
Alka Inamdar
– Rashtriya Sevika Samiti is today the world’s largest women’s organization, with around 5,000 branches.
– Hindutva is both our cultural identity and the identity of our nation.
– A woman’s foremost responsibility