RSS holds rallies in Tamil Nadu towns, Dalit outfit distributes Manusmriti in protest

Members of the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) on Sunday held route marches in three towns of Tamil Nadu, including Cuddalore, amid massive deployment of police personnel. Earlier this week, the Madras high court granted permission to saffron outfit to hold its rallies.

A large number of RSS volunteers were seen taking part in the marches in full uniform of white shirt and khaki trousers in Cuddalore, Kallakurichi and Perambalur. A statement from the RSS said the route marches were held in commeration of Saint Vallalar’s (1823-1874) 200th birth year, Mahatma Gandhi’s 153rd birth year and to celebrate the 75th anniversary of Independence. Public meetings were also held following the marches, according to a PTI report.

Tamil Nadu | Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) workers carry out their annual rallies in Cuddalore, Kallakurichi & Perambalur districts today. Heavy police force deployed.