A Pillar of Strength
Chetram Ji
A quiet and disciplined organizer whose tireless, behind-the-scenes work was the bedrock of the Sangh's mission in Himachal and the foundation of the research institute.
A Life of Service
1948: Birth and Upbringing
Born on August 3, 1948, in Jhandwala Hanumanta, a village on the border of Punjab and Rajasthan. He grew up in a farming family and was known for his calm and composed nature from a young age.
1971: Dedication to the Sangh
During his student life, he came in contact with the RSS. After a brief stint in a cooperative society job, his dedication to the Sangh's work led him to become a full-time Pracharak (organizer) in 1971.
1973-1982: Work in Ropar District
As the district pracharak in Ropar, he was known for his firm, decisive nature and his ability to work tirelessly. During the Emergency, he skillfully evaded police to continue the Sangh's activities underground.
1982: Arrival in Himachal
He was transferred to Himachal Pradesh, where he served as the district pracharak for Bilaspur. For 35 years, Bilaspur remained his center of work, where he built a strong network of dedicated workers, focusing on teachers to instill patriotism in students.
2005-2017: The Institute and Final Days
As Prant Karyavah (Provincial Executive), he was the rock behind the establishment of the Neri research institute, managing its creation as a direct order from Thakur Ramsingh Ji. He passed away on August 5, 2017, leaving a void filled by his immense contributions.
A Man of Principle
Discipline and Humility
Chetram Ji was a man of strict discipline, known for his punctuality and aversion to self-praise or being in the spotlight. He preferred working diligently behind the scenes. His intimidating aura was born of his integrity, not ego.
Deep Personal Connection
Despite his serious demeanor, he built deep, personal relationships, often helping in the kitchen or taking a personal interest in the well-being and education of workers' children. His connection was said to extend "to the hearth" of every family he worked with.