Union Home Minister Amit Shah, Congress leader Rahul Gandhi and Congress General Secretary Priyanka Gandhi Vadra joined followers across India in paying tribute to Sree Narayana Guru on his birth anniversary.
People remember the renowned spiritual leader and reformer for fighting discrimination and calling for equality and social harmony.
On social media platform X, Amit Shah described Sree Narayana Guru as a ‘great saint, philosopher and reformer’ whose dedication to eradicating social evils and uplifting the marginalised continues to inspire the nation.
On the Jayanti of Sree Narayana Guru Ji, I bow to the great saint, philosopher, and reformer who dedicated his life to eradicating social evils and uplifting the marginalized. His timeless message of compassion, equality, and knowledge continues to guide Bharat towards a fair and… pic.twitter.com/t7W7cYLVLg
— Amit Shah (@AmitShah) September 7, 2025
Rahul Gandhi also hailed the Guru’s vision. He noted that the Guru’s work for a just and inclusive society still strengthens the pursuit of social justice today.
Humble tributes to Sree Narayana Guru on his jayanthi.
A great spiritual leader and fearless social reformer, he challenged discrimination and worked for a just, equal, and inclusive society.
His vision continues to guide us and strengthen our resolve for social justice. pic.twitter.com/dCDyjUFj05
— Rahul Gandhi (@RahulGandhi) September 7, 2025
Priyanka Gandhi Highlights Progressive Teachings
Priyanka Gandhi Vadra, paying her respects, called Sree Narayana Guru ‘a revered saint and social reformer from Kerala’ whose teachings on justice, compassion and equality remain vital to building a progressive society.
I pay my sincere tribute to Sree Narayana Guru, a revered saint and social reformer from Kerala.
His teachings on equality, justice and compassion continue to inspire and guide us towards a more progressive society. pic.twitter.com/rNDH6fau1K
— Priyanka Gandhi Vadra (@priyankagandhi) September 7, 2025
Marking the anniversary, Pranavanand Swami of Narayana Guru Shakti Peeth in Kardal village, Kalaburagi district, made an announcement. He said that 18 personalities will receive the prestigious ‘Brahmashree Narayana Guru Award’.
The awards recognise contributions across a wide range of fields. These include education, social work, health, agriculture, literature, art, music, theatre and sport.
This year’s observance holds special meaning as it coincides with the centenary of the historic 1925 meeting between Mahatma Gandhi and Sree Narayana Guru at Sivagiri Mutt in Kerala. The meeting is regarded as a landmark in India’s social reform movement.
Events, processions and special prayers took place across Kerala and other states. Followers reaffirmed the Guru’s guiding principle of ‘One Caste, One Religion, One God for Humanity’.
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