The foundation of the RSS Women’s Wing, known as the Sevika Samiti, dates back to the 1930s, marking a period of growing nationalistic activity.
Founded on Vijayadashami in 1936 by Lakshmibai (Laxmibai) Kelkar, the Samiti was established to empower women in the vision shared by RSS founder K.B. Hedgewar.
Central to its identity, the Samiti describes itself as a social and self-reliant movement, connecting its mission to broader community empowerment.