Quick Info
- Full Name: Indresh Kumar
- Profession: Senior RSS Leader, Social Worker
- Date of Birth: 18 February 1949
- Age: 77 years (as of 2026)
- Birthplace: Samana, Punjab, India
- Hometown: Kaithal, Haryana
- Nationality: Indian
- Religion: Hinduism
- Marital Status: Unmarried
- Education: B.Tech in Mechanical Engineering (Punjab Engineering College, Chandigarh)
Early Life and Education
Indresh Kumar was born on 18 February 1949 in Samana, Punjab. His family later shifted to Kaithal in Haryana, where he spent his formative years.
He completed his engineering degree in Mechanical Engineering from Punjab Engineering College (PEC), Chandigarh. After finishing his education, he chose a path of full-time social and organisational work instead of a conventional career.
Association with RSS
Indresh Kumar joined the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) as a full-time pracharak on 16 July 1970. Over the decades, he rose to become a senior member of the RSS National Executive (Akhil Bharatiya Karyakarini).
He is widely known for his work in social harmony and outreach. In 2002, he played a key role in the formation of the Muslim Rashtriya Manch (MRM), an organisation aimed at engaging with the Muslim community and promoting national integration. He continues to serve as its Margdarshak (Guide).
He is also associated with the Bharat Tibbat Sahyog Manch as its Chief Patron.
Key Focus Areas
Indresh Kumar is known for consistently emphasising:
- National unity above religious, caste or linguistic identities
- “Nation First” as the core principle
- Social harmony and mutual respect among communities
- Capacity building and awareness in society
He frequently speaks on the importance of an aware and united society for building a strong nation.
Awards and Recognition
Over the years, he has received several honours, including:
- World Peace Leader Award (2016)
- Global Peace Ambassador Award (2016)
- Bharat International Gaurav Award (2018)
- Honorary D.Litt degree from Khwaja Moinuddin Chishti Language University, Lucknow (2019)
- National Law Day Award (2022)
- National Integration and Social Harmony Award (2026) – conferred by Maharashtra Governor Jishnu Dev Varma
Personal Life
Indresh Kumar remains unmarried and has dedicated his life to organisational and social work. He follows a simple lifestyle and is known for practising yoga and reading Hindu literature.
Family
- Father: Chamanlal Saraf (former MLA from Kaithal)
- Mother: Padmavati (passed away in 2010)
- Brothers: Rajesh Saraf and Ashok Garg (among others)
Controversies
In the past, Indresh Kumar’s name had surfaced in connection with certain blast cases (including Ajmer and Mecca Masjid). However, investigation agencies later found no prosecutable evidence against him, and the National Investigation Agency (NIA) submitted a closure report in related matters.
Current Standing
As of 2026, Indresh Kumar continues to be an active senior voice within the RSS. He regularly addresses public meetings and seminars across the country on themes of national unity, social harmony, and nation-building. His recent recognition with the National Integration and Social Harmony Award further highlights his long-standing work in promoting peace and communal understanding.
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