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Prime Minister Narendra Modi paid tribute to Maharaja Agrasen on his birth anniversary, describing him as a pioneer of public service and social harmony.
In a post on social media platform X, PM Modi said Agrasen’s life and ideals continued to guide people towards humanity. He added that the historical figure’s thoughts would remain a source of inspiration for India’s cultural resurgence.
जनसेवा और सामाजिक सद्भाव के प्रणेता महाराजा अग्रसेन जी को उनकी जयंती पर कोटि-कोटि नमन। उनके जीवन और आदर्शों से हमें निरंतर मानवता के मार्ग पर चलने की सीख मिलती है। उनके महान विचार भारत के सांस्कृतिक उत्थान के लिए सदैव प्रेरणापुंज बने रहेंगे।
— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) October 11, 2026
The Prime Minister’s message highlighted the lasting relevance of Agrasen’s principles and their contribution to promoting harmony in society.
Union Home Minister Amit Shah also honoured Maharaja Agrasen on the occasion, recalling his contributions to equality, self-reliance and social cohesion.
समानता, स्वावलंबन और सद्भाव के अग्रदूत महाराजा अग्रसेन जी की जयंती पर उनका वंदन करता हूँ।
महाराजा अग्रसेन जी ने परस्पर सहयोग, सामाजिक न्याय और सबकी समृद्धि का मार्ग दिखाकर समतामूलक समाज की नींव रखी। ‘एक ईंट, एक रुपया’ की उनकी परंपरा आज भी सामाजिक समरसता की सुंदर मिसाल है।
उनके आदर्श सदैव समाज को संगठित, सशक्त और आत्मनिर्भर बनने की शक्ति देते रहेंगे।
— Amit Shah (@AmitShah) October 11, 2026
Shah said Agrasen had laid the foundation for an egalitarian society by advocating cooperation, social justice and prosperity for all.
He also highlighted the tradition of ‘one brick, one rupee’ as a lasting example of community support and social harmony. The practice symbolises collective assistance, with people contributing resources to help others build their lives and livelihoods.
Shah said Maharaja Agrasen’s principles would continue to encourage society to become more organised, empowered and self-reliant.
Maharaja Agrasen’s legacy remains associated with the vision of a society in which people support one another and work towards shared prosperity.
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