The nation pays homage to social reformer and activist Mahatma Jyotiba Phule on his Birth Anniversary today. Born on this day in 1827, Mahatma Phule, along with his wife Savitri Phule, had championed the cause of women’s education and empowerment, besides fighting for the removal of the caste system and untouchability.
President Droupadi Murmu, Vice President CP Radhakrishnan, Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla, Union Ministers and other dignitaries paid floral tributes to Jyotiba Phule at Prerna Sthal in the Parliament House complex. Other prominent parliamentarians, including Health and Family Welfare Minister Jagat Prakash Nadda, Minister for Social Justice and Empowerment Dr Virendra Kumar and Leader of Opposition in Lok Sabha Rahul Gandhi, also paid tributes to Mahatma Jyotiba Phule.
Mahatma Jyotiba Phule was a visionary social reformer who played a crucial role in challenging the rigid caste system and championing education and equality for women and marginalised communities in India. In 1873, he founded the Satyashodhak Samaj to advocate for the rights of oppressed communities. Jyotiba Phule’s ideology was rooted in equality, justice, and rationalism. His relentless pursuit of social justice and empowerment left an indelible mark on Indian society.
In a social media post, President Murmu said that Mahatma Phule devoted his life to the upliftment of marginalised communities. She also noted the significant contributions by the social reformer for the advancement of women’s education, which left a lasting legacy of social reform and inclusion. The Vice President recalled the relentless efforts of Mahatma Phule in laying the foundation for a more just and equitable society. He also wished that the ideals of equality, social justice and empowerment continue to inspire generations to build an inclusive India.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi also described the great social reformer as an inspiring example of moral courage, introspection and unwavering dedication to the welfare of society. Sharing an article written by him on Mahatma Phule’s 200th birth anniversary, Mr Modi said that Mahatma Phule dedicated his entire life to education, knowledge and public welfare. He noted that Phule’s lifelong efforts played a pivotal role in shaping an enlightened society.
BJP President Nitin Nabin, in a social media post, described Mahatma Phule as the pioneer of social justice and women’s education. He said that Mahatma Phule’s thoughts inspire the country to build an egalitarian society.
