2017 - Pandit Deendayal Upadhyaya | Commemorative Coin

The 3rd commemorative coin for the the year 2017 was released to mark the Birth Centenary of Pandit Deendayal Upadhyaya.


Pandit Deendayal Upadhyay (25 September 1916 – 11 February 1968) was a polymath whose multifaceted contributions left an enduring impact on Indian philosophy, economics, sociology, history, journalism, and political science. A key figure in the early years of the Bharatiya Jana Sangh, the precursor to the present-day Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), he played a pivotal role in shaping the ideological foundations of the party.

Born on September 25, 1916, Pandit Deendayal Upadhyay's journey into public life began during his student days at Sanatan College, Kanpur, in 1937. His association with the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) commenced through his classmate Baluji Mahashabde, leading to a transformative encounter with the RSS founder, K. B. Hedgewar. A deep intellectual discussion at one of the shakhas with Hedgewar marked the beginning of Upadhyay's profound engagement with the organization. Sunder Singh Bhandari, another classmate, further enriched this phase of his life.

Pandit Deendayal Upadhyay immersed himself in full-time work with the RSS from 1942, dedicating his energies to the service of the nation. His commitment and intellectual acumen caught the attention of leaders within the Sangh Parivar.

In 1951, when Syama Prasad Mookerjee founded the Bharatiya Jana Sangh, Upadhyay was chosen by the RSS to contribute significantly to the party's evolution. He assumed the role of General Secretary of the Uttar Pradesh branch and later served as the all-India General Secretary. His leadership played a crucial role in molding the Bharatiya Jana Sangh into a potent force within the larger Sangh Parivar.

Pandit Deendayal Upadhyay's legacy endures as an integral part of the ideological framework that has shaped the trajectory of Indian politics. His profound insights and unwavering commitment to the values he espoused continue to inspire generations within the BJP and the larger political landscape of India.


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