Bhubaneshwar: Odisha CM Mohan Charan Majhi on Wednesday said that the RSS has inspired him to serve the people as their “chief servant” and not as the chief minister.
Addressing the annual function of RSS-affiliate Utkal Bipanna Sahayata Samiti (UBSS), Majhi noted the role played by the organisation in helping the people in distress during calamities.
“I get the inspiration from the Sangh (RSS) to work as the chief servant of the people, not as the chief minister. I get the quality of dedication and sensitivity towards society from the ideology of the Sangh,” he said.
Majhi emphasised that his dedication and sensitivity towards society stem from the Sangh’s ideology. “I get the inspiration from the Sangh RSS to work as the chief servant of the people, not as the chief minister. I get the quality of dedication and sensitivity towards society from the ideology of the Sangh,” he stated.
The UBSS has consistently supported people during natural disasters and emergencies. Over its 43-year journey, it has become a leading organisation in assisting the poor and helpless. Majhi praised its role in providing essential services across Odisha.
Majhi noted that UBSS members assist individuals who travel to Cuttack and Bhubaneswar for treatment of complex illnesses.
This support is crucial for many seeking medical care in these cities. Reflecting on past events, Majhi recalled his involvement with UBSS during the 1999 cyclone relief efforts in Keojhar’s Anandapur. He mentioned that the volunteers’ hard work, sacrifice, tolerance, and service were recognised nationally during this period.
“During the 1999 cyclone, the hard work, sacrifice, tolerance and service of the volunteers of the UBSS were appreciated at the national level,” he said. His personal engagement in relief activities underscored his commitment to serving those in need. The UBSS has established itself as a vital force in disaster response and healthcare support throughout Odisha. Its ongoing efforts continue to make a significant impact on communities across the state.
