Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday credited Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) for giving him a purpose in life, inculcating the spirit of a nation first and nurturing him with a service-driven philosophy.<\/p>\n

Talking to AI researcher and podcaster Lex Fridman in a podcast, PM Modi said that the RSS — the ideological mentor of the ruling BJP — has played a crucial role in shaping him as an individual.<\/p>\n

“Through the RSS, I found a life of purpose. Then I was fortunate to spend some time among the saints, which gave me a strong spiritual foundation. I found discipline and a life of purpose,” he said.<\/p>\n

The PM also showcased the social causes to which RSS, over the past 100 years, has devoted its energy, touching the lives of tribals, women, labourers and youth.<\/p>\n

He said RSS and volunteers nurtured by the organisation have always prioritised values, alongside education, among youth so that they remain grounded, learning skills so that they don’t become a burden on society. “That is in every aspect of life, whether it’s women, youth, or even labourers, the RSS has played a role,” he said.<\/p>\n

Highlighting RSS’ selfless service to the nation, PM Modi said, “The RSS has dedicated itself with the discipline and devotion of a seeker staying away from the glare of mainstream attention. I feel blessed to gain life’s values from such a sacred organisation.”<\/p>\n

During the interaction, Lex Fridman observed that when PM Modi was eight, he joined the RSS, which espouses the idea of Hindu nationalism.<\/p>\n

He asked the PM to talk about RSS and what impact it had on who he is and the development of his political ideas.<\/p>\n

PM Modi said, “In our village, there was a branch of the RSS, where we played sports and sang patriotic songs. Something about those songs touched me deeply. They stirred something inside me, and that’s how I eventually became part of the RSS. One of the core values that were instilled in us at RSS was, whatever you do, do it with a purpose.”<\/p>\n

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