Archive · 17 Nov 2025
RSS Foot March Held Peacefully in Karnataka's Chittapur Amid Tight Security
A group called the RSS wanted to have a parade in a town called Chittapur in Karnataka, India.
They had a special parade for their 100th anniversary.
At first, the local leaders said no to the parade.
But the RSS asked a judge, and the judge said it was okay for them to have the parade, but only with a certain number of people and on a specific path.
Many police officers were there to make sure everything was safe.
People watched the parade and cheered for the marchers.
A minister named Priyank Kharge, who is from that area, said it was good that the RSS followed the rules this time.
He even joked that it was the first time they had done so in 100 years.
The RSS conducted its centenary foot march in Chittapur, Karnataka, successfully and peacefully after obtaining court permission.
The march, initially denied permission by district authorities, proceeded after the Karnataka High Court's intervention.
Approximately 650 police personnel and 250 home guards were deployed for security, with CCTV and drone surveillance in place.
Around 300 RSS volunteers and 50 drummers participated in the 1.25 km march, which lasted about 38 minutes.
Karnataka Minister Priyank Kharge commented on the RSS following rules and the Constitution, suggesting it was a first for the organization in 100 years.
- Who
- Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) volunteers and Karnataka Minister Priyank Kharge
- What
- A centenary foot march by the RSS was successfully conducted in Chittapur after initial denial of permission, which was later granted by the court, amidst political commentary from a state minister.
- When
- Sunday
- Where
- Chittapur town, Kalaburagi district, Karnataka
- Why
- The RSS sought to hold its centenary foot march. Permission was initially denied by district authorities but was later granted following the intervention of the Karnataka High Court. The march proceeded under strict security arrangements.
RSS
Priyank Kharge (Karnataka Minister)
Permission and Conduct of the March
RSS
The RSS conducted its centenary foot march in Chittapur after obtaining court permission, adhering to the stipulated conditions regarding participant numbers and route. The march proceeded peacefully with local support.
Priyank Kharge (Karnataka Minister)
Karnataka Minister Priyank Kharge stated that the RSS followed rules and the Constitution for the first time in 100 years by seeking permission for the march, implying this was an unusual occurrence for the organization. He also noted that strict conditions were imposed and the RSS would face punishment if they failed to comply.
Concerns Regarding RSS Activities
RSS
The RSS organized a foot march in Chittapur as part of its centenary celebrations.
Priyank Kharge (Karnataka Minister)
Minister Priyank Kharge had previously expressed opposition to RSS activities, specifically urging the Chief Minister not to allow them on government land, citing concerns that such events could 'spread hatred.' He implied that the RSS typically operated without seeking such formal permissions.
- Event
- RSS Centenary Foot March
- Location
- Chittapur town, Kalaburagi district, Karnataka
- Date
- Sunday
- March Duration
- Approximately 38 minutes
- March Distance
- About 1.25 km
- Participant Limit
- 300 RSS volunteers and 50 drummers, as per court directions
- Security Personnel
- Around 650 police personnel and 250 home guards
- Surveillance
- CCTV cameras and drones
