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Supriya Sule, PM Modi Lead Tributes on Mahatma Phule's 200th Birth Anniversary

Political leaders across the spectrum gathered to honor Mahatma Jyotiba Phule on his 200th birth anniversary. NCP MP Supriya Sule paid homage at Phulewada in Pune, stating the social transformation of India began in Maharashtra. President Droupadi Murmu and Prime Minister Narendra Modi led tributes at the Parliament's Prerna Sthal. PM Modi praised Phule as a visionary who used education as a tool for empowering women and marginalized communities.

Key Points: Mahatma Phule's 200th Birth Anniversary: National Leaders Pay Tribute

  • 200th birth anniversary of Mahatma Jyotiba Phule
  • Tribute to pioneers of women's education
  • PM Modi lauds fight for equality
  • National leaders gather at Parliament
  • Phule founded Satyashodhak Samaj
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Maharashtra: NCP(SCP) MP Supriya Sule pays tribute to Mahatma Phule in Phulewada on 200th birth anniversary

NCP MP Supriya Sule, PM Modi, President Murmu, and Rahul Gandhi honor social reformers Jyotiba and Savitribai Phule on his 200th birth anniversary.

"The social transformation in this country began in Maharashtra. - Supriya Sule"

Pune, April 11

NCP MP Supriya Sule paid a tribute to Mahatma Jyotiba Phule and Savitribai Phule in Phulewada in Pune on the occasion of Mahatma Jyotiba Phule's 200th birth anniversary.

Supriya Sule told reporters, "The social transformation in this country began in Maharashtra. I bow before him today and express humble gratitude to Mahatma Jyotiba Phule and Savitribai Phule."

Mahatma Jyotirao Phule was a renowned Indian social activist, reformer, and writer from Maharashtra. Born on April 11, 1827, in Satara, Maharashtra, he's best known for his tireless efforts to eradicate the caste system, promote women's education, and empower the oppressed.

He, along with his followers, formed the Satyashodhak Samaj (Society of Seekers of Truth) to attain equal rights for peasants and people from lower castes.

Phule is regarded as an important figure in Maharashtra's social reform movement. He and his wife, Savitribai Phule, were pioneers of women's education in India.

Earlier today, President Droupadi Murmu, along with PM Modi, paid a floral tribute to Mahatma Jyotiba Phule at Prerna Sthal on the Parliament premises.

Among other leaders, Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla, Leader of Opposition in Lok Sabha Rahul Gandhi, Union Ministers Arjun Ram Meghwal and JP Nadda, and former Rajya Sabha Deputy Chairman Harivansh also paid tribute to Mahatma Jyotiba Phule.

PM Modi lauded Mahatma Phule for championing the rights of women and the marginalised.

"On the birth anniversary of Mahatma Jyotirao Phule, paying tributes to a visionary social reformer who dedicated his life to the ideals of equality, justice and education. He was also a pioneer in championing the rights of women and the marginalised. Through his efforts, education became a powerful instrument of empowerment. This year, we mark the start of his 200th birth anniversary celebrations. May his thoughts continue to guide everyone in the pursuit of societal progress," PM Modi wrote on X.

- ANI

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Rohit P
Great to see Supriya Sule paying respects at Phulewada, the actual place of his work. Sometimes these tributes feel like mere photo-ops, but visiting the historical site adds authenticity. We must not just remember him one day a year, but live by his principles.
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Arjun K
Jyotiba and Savitribai Phule were true giants. While politicians pay tribute, I wonder how many are genuinely working to continue his mission of educating girls and fighting discrimination? His 200th anniversary should be a wake-up call for action, not just speeches.
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Sarah B
As someone relatively new to Indian history, reading about the Phules is incredibly inspiring. The courage it took to start a school for girls in the 1840s is unimaginable. True pioneers. More should be taught about them globally.
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Vikram M
Respect to all leaders for honoring Mahatma Phule. His message of "Educate, Organise, and Agitate" is timeless. In today's India, we still see struggles for equality. Let's use this anniversary to recommit to building the just society he dreamed of. Jai Bhim, Jai Phule!
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Kavya N
Savitribai Phule deserves equal spotlight! She was India's first female teacher and faced such hostility. This tribute is good, but I wish the article and our education system gave her more detailed coverage. They were a powerhouse team for social change.

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