In honouring Jyotirao Phule on his 197th birthday, Congress National President Mallikarjun Kharge reaffirmed the party’s constant commitment to the social justice ideals that Phule reflected. He paid his respect to Phule, for his dedication to the principles of education and upliftment of women.
The Congress leader mentioned that the party’s manifesto for the Lok Sabha elections reflects the principles of social justice advocated by Mahatma Phule by saying, “In our ‘Nyay Patra’, the values of social justice shown by Mahatma Phule such as justice for youth, women, farmer, and labour, are included and we are very seriously committed to them.” The manifesto emphasizes justice demonstrating the party’s strong dedication to these ideals.
Phule was a prominent Indian social reformer, social activist, thinker, politician and writer from Maharashtra who is known for his work in promoting social justice and equality.
Rahul Gandhi also expressed his respect for Phule. He believes Phule’s example of social justice and harmony continues to inspire others.
In his words, “Tribute to the great revolutionary, Indian thinker and social worker Mahatma Jyotiba Phule on his birth anniversary. By eradicating the evils prevalent in the society, the path shown by him towards social justice and harmony continues to inspire us,”
Jyotirao Phule’s constant efforts in the areas of women’s empowerment and education, have made a long-lasting mark in the society. PM Modi expressed “Today, we pay homage to the great Mahatma Phule on his Jayanti. A visionary social reformer who dedicated his life to fighting injustice and promoting equality, his thoughts give strength to millions. His relentless efforts in the field of education and women empowerment have left an indelible mark on society. Today is an occasion to reiterate our commitment to fulfilling his vision to empower the poor and marginalized,”
On the occasion of his 197th birthday, Jyotirao Phule received honour that emphasized the lasting impact of his tireless efforts towards women’s empowerment, equality, social justice, and education. Leaders from all political lines, including Prime Minister Modi and Congressmen Mallikarjun Kharge and Rahul Gandhi, have recognized the crucial role that Phule played in forming India’s social structure. Their words not only recognize Phule’s accomplishments but also the continued dedication to bringing his dream of a fairer and more equal society to reality. On this anniversary of Phule’s birth, all the leaders promised to work towards improving the well-being of marginalized populations and creating a more inclusive India by following his values.