<h1>Century-old nationalist volunteer group evolves into nationwide network after bans, now expanding outreach during centenary</h1> A century-old nationalist volunteer organisation grew from local weekly meetings into a nationwide network with affiliated social and political bodies and extensive grassroots branches. The organisation has faced three government bans post-independence, linked by authorities to a political assassination, emergency-era suppression and the demolition of a religious site, with mass arrests of its members each time and allegations of involvement and culpability. Its structural evolution established centralized leadership and training programs. With allied political formations now in power, the organisation is pursuing large-scale public outreach and cultural campaigns as part of its centenary activities.