RSS takes out route marches across Tamil Nadu amid security

The Tamil Nadu police have beefed up security across the state for the peaceful conduct of route marches at 45 places across the state. The route marches were taken out from 4 pm to 6 pm and speeches were delivered at each concluding point.

Tirupattur (Tamil Nadu): After a tussle between Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) and DMK government over rallies, the RSS on Sunday took out route marches at 45 locations across Tamil Nadu and the events passed off peacefully amid security. Union Minister of State L Murugan was among those who participated at the meets held in different parts of the state, including Chennai, Madurai, Kancheepuram and Chengalpet.

Before kicking off the rally, the Rashtriya Swayam Sangh hoisted the flag while women showered flowers; the rally started from the Ambur bypass and passed through the main roads and ended at the Bypass. Tirupattur District Superintendent of Police Dr Balakrishnan, in charge of security for the rally, one Additional Superintendent of Police, five DSPs, 23 Inspectors, 63 Assistant Inspectors, Special Assistant Inspectors, and 601 constables have been deployed for security.

The Tamil Nadu police have beefed up security across the state for the peaceful conduct of route marches at 45 places across the state. The route marches were taken out from 4 pm to 6 pm and speeches were delivered at each concluding point. It may be recalled that on April 11, the Supreme Court upheld the Madras High Court orders allowing RSS to hold marches in the state and dismissed the appeals of the Tamil Nadu government.

Meanwhile, the RSS said the route march is a part of its regular training. "Well-trained Swayamsevaks are members of the organisation. They range from daily wage earners, students to professionals, factory and office workers. Swayamsevaks working with their various other organisations also take part," the organisation said in a statement.

"Sangh route march is a public exhibition of exemplary discipline by normal citizens and the organisation's training abilities. RSS conducts its route march to instil confidence amongst the general public that Hindu society can walk together in an organised, disciplined and punctual manner," it added. (With agency inputs)