Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday expressed grief over the demise of Pramila Tai Medhe, former pramukh sanchalika (chief) of Rashtra Sevika Samiti, the women’s wing of the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS).
In a post on X, PM Modi said, “I am deeply saddened by the demise of Pramila Tai Medhe Ji, who was the former pramukh sanchalika (chief) Rashtra Sevika Samiti. Her entire life was dedicated to the service of society and the nation. Her invaluable contributions to women’s empowerment and social work will always be remembered. May God provide strength to her family and admirers in this hour of grief. Om Shanti!”
RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat also mourned her passing. Speaking to ANI, he said, “Pramila Tai Medhe worked very hard. She struggled alone in the challenging conditions of North Purvanchal. She will always be remembered and continue to inspire us.”
Medhe, the fourth Sanchalika of the organization, was 97 years old. She had been unwell for the past three months, and her condition worsened in the last 15 days. She passed away at 9:05 AM at the Devi Ahilya Mandir in Nagpur, where she resided, according to a statement by the Rashtra Sevika Samiti.
In a post on X, Union minister Nitin Gadkari said, “I am deeply saddened to hear the news of the passing of Vandaniya Pramil Mausi Medhe Ji, the former chief director of Rashtra Sevika Samiti. I offer my heartfelt tribute to her. Pramil Mausi Ji made a significant contribution to expanding the work of the Samiti in India. Her entire life was dedicated to patriotism and awakening the power of women. While managing her teaching and job, she took on responsibilities at the branch, city, division, and state levels of Rashtra Sevika Samiti.”
“As the All-India chief functionary of the Samiti, Pramil Mausi Ji travelled extensively across India and abroad. Her efforts in social awakening and women’s empowerment were remarkable. By traveling throughout the country, she worked towards organizing and awakening women’s strength. With her motherly personality, Mausi Ji engaged with volunteers, addressing their problems. Today, all of us volunteers have lost a motherly figure. The passing of Pramil Mausi has caused an irreparable loss to the country’s social sector and to millions of volunteers personally. May God grant peace to the departed soul. Om Shanti,” he added.
(With inputs from ANI)
