Ideology Based on Hatred Cannot Endure: Krishna Gopal

New Delhi, August 15: Krishna Gopal, co-general secretary of the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS), hoisted the national flag at a ceremony organized by the Shri Keshav Smarak Samiti in Keshav Kunj, Delhi. He addressed the gathered audience during the event.

The ceremony began with the national anthem following the flag hoisting, and a team from the Central Industrial Security Force (CISF) saluted the flag.

Wishing the nation a heartfelt Independence Day, Krishna Gopal remarked that on this day, the country gained freedom after centuries of subjugation. He acknowledged the sacrifices made by countless individuals for this freedom.

He urged everyone to remember the great men and women who sacrificed their lives or spent their lives in prisons. He mentioned historical figures such as Raja Dahir of Sindh, Raja Anangpal of Delhi, Prithviraj Chauhan, Rana Sanga, Shivaji Maharaj, Maharana Pratap, Maharaj Chhatrasal, and those from the Vijayanagara Empire in South India who fought for freedom. The struggle for independence continued in various parts of the country, reigniting after the arrival of the British.

Krishna Gopal also honored the contributions of Lokmanya Bal Gangadhar Tilak, Lala Lajpat Rai, Bipin Chandra Pal, Dr. Keshav Baliram Hedgewar, Bhagat Singh, Ram Prasad Bismil, Ashfaqulla Khan, and Chandrashekhar Azad, acknowledging the sacrifices of individuals from every province who contributed to India’s freedom.

He stated that since independence, the country has made rapid progress and is now advancing as a great nation. On this Independence Day, he wished all citizens to unite and present a beautiful ideal to the world.

In a conversation with the media, Krishna Gopal emphasized, “India is emerging as a country that can convey a message of resolving conflicts occurring worldwide. Despite its vast diversity, India knows how to move forward together. Today, the world is grappling with intolerance and various forms of exploitation. India’s message is to live together with a spirit of brotherhood, moving forward as one family. This is the only way to resolve all conflicts. This is also the message of the RSS.”

Commenting on Prime Minister Modi‘s address from the Red Fort, Krishna Gopal stated, “It is true. Any ideology based on hatred cannot endure and is against the fundamental nature of India. His message is appropriate and correct.”