Swadeshi Jagran Manch celebrated Swadeshi Swavalamban Diwas at Madhav Smriti Nyas, Usmanpura in the memory of Shri Late Dattopant Thegdi, who was one of the most notable personalities of the RSS. Dattopantji’s legacy is considered a shining example of swadeshi values, self-reliance and national pride. His contribution to the movement was recognized on the occasion, which emphasized the importance of local empowerment and sustainable development in today’s context. The program began with the lamp lighting ceremony by distinguished guests Shri Bharatbhai Purohit, Shri Manoharlal Agarwalji, Shri Mayurbhai Joshi, Shri Satyajit Deshpande and Shri Hareshbhai Thakkar.
Prominent speaker Satyajit Deshpande highlighted Dattopantji’s life and accomplishments throughout the event. Bharat Purohit, Director of Krish Education Centre, delivered his Chief Guest lecture on his experience with his students, job creation issues, and its solutions. Mayurbhai Joshi delivered speech on Jila Swavalamban Kendra and its Importance in current scenario. At the end of event, Abhijit Dave gave a presentation on the necessity for Swadeshi as a local answer to global concerns.
The second part of this program was broadcast across the country by the Akhil Bhartiy Swadeshi Jagran Manch Team. The event was shown live on screen at the event venue, and a large number of people from over 500 districts attended. Shri Shri Ravishakar Maharaj (Founder- Art of Living Foundation), Shri V. Bhagaiyaji (Akhil bhartiy karyakarini sadasya, RSS), and Dr Chinmay Pandaya (Vice Chancellor, Dev Sanskruti Vidhyalaya, Haridwar) were among the eminent visitors who delivered remarks. Hon’ R. Sundramji (Akhil Bhartiy Sanyojak, Swadeshi Jagaran Manch), Dr. Bhagwati Prasad Sharma (Akhil Bhartiya Samanvayak, Swavlambi Bharat Abhiyan), and Hon’ Kashmirilalji (Akhil Bhartiya Sangathak, Swadeshi Jagaran Manch) all attended the ceremony.