Youngsters want them replaced by full pants because shorts reveal muscular thighs and cause embarrassment

Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) activists want to drop their shorts. If youngsters in the organisation have their way, there is a possibility that the RSS, known for khaki shorts, white shirts and a black cap, may resort to a change in uniform.

Embarrassment
According to new recruits in the RSS, the shorts reveal their muscular thighs and are a cause of embarrassment. "We are not against wearing khaki shorts, but they are uncomfortable. The shorts compel us to expose and we feel very awkward. Some parts are better left concealed," explained a young RSS activist.

The youngsters want the traditional khaki shorts replaced by full pants that are worn by activists of several organisations abroad. They have requested the RSS bosses to change the attire and keep it in tune with the times so that they are presentable, especially while going to shakhas. Dilip Deodhar, an RSS watcher, said, "In fact, the RSS organisation that operates in the UK and USA have a white shirt, full black trousers and white sports shoes as its uniform."

Dress code
M G Vaidya, RSS ideologue and former spokesperson of the organisation, said, "It's true that some youngsters want full trousers to replace the khaki shorts. But there are many others who are against the change. Hence, we haven't taken a decision. Besides it's easy for a swayamsevak to do exercises wearing shorts." Nowadays, RSS volunteers can wear bermudas or jeans while exercising. It is no longer seen as a violation of the dress code.