Amit Shah Pays Tribute To Madan Mohan Malaviya On Death Anniversary

Union Home Minister Amit Shah paid tribute to Bharat Ratna Pandit Madan Mohan Malaviya on his death anniversary on November 12, recalling the educationist’s role in shaping India’s education system and advancing social reform.

In his post on X, Shah highlighted Malaviya’s belief that education was essential for national progress and social upliftment. He further recalled the establishment of Banaras Hindu University (BHU) as an institution built on the vision of combining Indian values with modern knowledge.

Shah remembered Malaviya’s contributions to promoting social harmony, fighting untouchability and advocating farmers’ welfare.

The Home Minister highlighted the educationist’s emphasis on respecting mother tongues and preserving India’s cultural heritage. He further said Malaviya’s life would continue to inspire dedication to national service, education and social change.

शिक्षा को राष्ट्र की उन्नति और समाज के उत्थान का आधार मानने वाले भारत रत्न महामना पंडित मदन मोहन मालवीय जी को उनकी पुण्यतिथि पर कोटिशः नमन।

काशी हिंदू विश्वविद्यालय की नींव रखकर उन्होंने ऐसी परंपरा शुरू की, जहां भारतीय संस्कार और आधुनिक ज्ञान साथ-साथ चलें। सामाजिक समरसता, अस्पृश्यता उन्मूलन, किसानों के कल्याण और मातृभाषा के सम्मान के लिए उनका योगदान सदैव स्मरणीय रहेगा।

उनका जीवन राष्ट्रसेवा, शिक्षा व सामाजिक परिवर्तन के प्रति अटूट समर्पण की प्रेरणा देता रहेगा।

— Amit Shah (@AmitShah) November 12, 2026

Born on December 25, 1861, Malaviya was a prominent freedom fighter, educationist and social reformer. He founded Banaras Hindu University, also known as Kashi Hindu Vishwavidyalaya, in 1916 to provide modern education while keeping Indian traditions and cultural values at its core.

Malaviya campaigned against untouchability, advocated social equality and raised concerns about farmers’ welfare. His efforts focused on making education accessible and encouraging people to preserve their linguistic and cultural identity.

The educationist passed away on November 12, 1946. He received the Bharat Ratna posthumously in 2015 in recognition of his contributions to the country.

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