In Maharashtra, the annual 'Vijayadashmi Utsav' event of the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) commenced with a workers' 'Path Sanchalan' (route march) in Nagpur. The ceremonial Dussehra celebration was graced by renowned singer-composer Shankar Mahadevan, who attended as the Chief Guest of the function, according to ANI.

During the event, Shankar Mahadevan extended his greetings to everyone on the occasion of Vijayadashmi and expressed his honor and privilege at being invited as the Chief Guest by RSS Chief Mohan Bhagwat and the entire Swayamsevak Sangh family. He mentioned his excitement about attending the program and thanked the RSS leadership for the invitation.