Gadkari Hails ‘Shatak’ Film on RSS’s Century of Nation-Building
Union Minister for Road Transport and Highways Nitin Gadkari, has emphasised the significance of ‘Shatak: Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh ke 100 Varsh’, a film offering insight into the RSS’s role in India’s nation-building.
He pointed out the existing gap between public perception and reality regarding the Sangh’s contributions and urged people to watch the film for a deeper understanding. Scheduled for release on February 20, 2026, the film traces the RSS’s ideological evolution, its social initiatives, and the contributions made to national service over a century.
Urging people to watch the film to better understand the Sangh and its role in shaping the nation, Gadkari said, “As a volunteer, I sometimes feel there has been a gap between image and reality, or between perception and the ground truth. Unfortunately, this has happened with the Sangh.
I invite you to come closer, explore its ideology, and understand the spirit of sacrifice, dedication, and patriotism. See the scale of individual development work, from service to tribal regions, from cooperatives to education. In the progress and development of our nation, the credit for these achievements belongs to the Sangh.”
He added, “I have worked on roads, bridges, expressways, and tunnels. I am not an engineer, nor did I have prior experience. Many ask how I managed, and I say: I am a volunteer of the Sangh and a worker of the Student Council. The values I received from these institutions guided my work, and that is why I continued.”
Inviting people to step forward, he said, “I believe we should all come together to celebrate this centenary, understand the Sangh, and embrace its ideology in our lives. I sincerely request you to watch this film and make an effort to understand the Sangh.”
Talking about the Sangh, Gadkari said, “Over these 100 years, the RSS has inspired millions of young people with patriotism and the spirit of nation-building. I am proud to say that I, too, am one of the many small volunteers who have received this inspiration.”
Gadkari further stated that Indian identity is Hindutva. It is a timeless cultural heritage passed down from our ancestors. Hindutva is neither casteist nor communal, nor is it tied to any single religion. It is a way of life. People of all faiths can be Indian, and Indian identity is rooted in our history, culture, and heritage. This is the inspiration that the RSS has given us.”
Shatak: Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh ke 100 Varsh traces the Sangh’s ideological evolution, social initiatives, and national service across generations. The trailer, released recently, has generated wide discussion and interest. The film is scheduled for release in cinemas across India on 20 February 2026.
