On the occasion of Swami Vivekananda’s death anniversary, Prime Minister Narendra Modi paid heartfelt homage to the revered monk and spiritual icon.
Currently on a five-nation tour, PM Modi took to social media platform X to reflect on Swami Vivekananda’s lasting influence on India and the world.
I bow to Swami Vivekananda Ji on his Punya Tithi. His thoughts and vision for our society remains our guiding light. He ignited a sense of pride and confidence in our history and cultural heritage. He also emphasised on walking the path of service and compassion.
— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) July 4, 2025
“I bow to Swami Vivekananda Ji on his Punya Tithi. His thoughts and vision for our society remain our guiding light. He ignited a sense of pride and confidence in our history and cultural heritage. He also emphasised walking the path of service and compassion,” PM Modi wrote.
Vivekananda’s enduring message
Swami Vivekananda passed away on 4 July 1902. As a philosopher, monk, and nationalist, he played a vital role in awakening India’s spiritual consciousness and national identity.
It was at the Parliament of Religions in Chicago in 1893 that he famously introduced India’s philosophical and cultural depth to the world, earning widespread admiration for his message of peace, unity, and brotherhood.
His powerful exhortation, ‘Arise, awake, and stop not till the goal is reached’, continues to inspire countless young people to pursue personal growth and social progress.
Tributes from national leaders
Union Home Minister Amit Shah described Swami Vivekananda as the torchbearer of India’s intellectual and spiritual resurgence.
भारतीय ज्ञान, दर्शन और सांस्कृतिक स्वाभिमान के पुनर्जागरण के अग्रदूत स्वामी विवेकानंद जी के निर्वाण दिवस पर उन्हें सादर नमन।
स्वामी जी ने एक ओर देशवासियों को आध्यात्मिक उन्नति की ओर प्रेरित किया, तो दूसरी ओर युवाओं में नैतिक बल और आत्मविश्वास को जागृत किया। भारतीय ज्ञान-परंपरा… pic.twitter.com/lCsukRu73g
— Amit Shah (@AmitShah) July 4, 2025
Additionally, Defence Minister Rajnath Singh echoed similar sentiments, calling him an enduring symbol of inspiration for the global youth.
“We are committed to realising his dream of a prosperous and progressive India,” Singh added.
स्वामी विवेकानंद की पुण्यतिथि पर मैं उन्हें नमन करता हूँ।वे भारत ही नहीं पूरे विश्व के युवायों के लिए प्रेरणा हैं। एक समृद्ध और प्रगतिशील भारत के निर्माण के उनके स्वप्न को पूरा करने के लिए हम सभी पूरी तरह प्रतिबद्ध हैं।
— Rajnath Singh (@rajnathsingh) July 4, 2025
West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee also paid tribute to the spiritual leader while reaffirming her commitment to preserving his ancestral home.
“Swamiji’s message of universal brotherhood is deeply relevant today,” she wrote, adding that true religion lies in humanity and mutual respect.
স্বামী বিবেকানন্দের তিরোধান দিবসে এই মহান সন্ন্যাসী-দেশপ্রেমিককে জানাই আমার অন্তরের শ্রদ্ধা ও প্রণাম।
বিশ্ব ভ্রাতৃত্ব ও শান্তির যে বার্তা স্বামীজি দিয়েছিলেন, তা আজও সমানভাবে প্রাসঙ্গিক। স্বামীজি যে হিন্দুধর্মে বিশ্বাস করতেন, তাতেই আমার বিশ্বাস – আর সেই ধর্ম বলে যে, মানবধর্মই…
— Mamata Banerjee (@MamataOfficial) July 4, 2025
Swami Vivekananda’s contributions go beyond philosophy.
He established the Ramakrishna Mission in 1897, blending spiritual wisdom with social service.
The Mission further continues to impact education, health, and humanitarian sectors across India and abroad.
Meanwhile, as India advances into the 21st century, PM Modi and other leaders reaffirmed that Swami Vivekananda’s ideals will continue to shape the country’s vision of inclusive growth, youth empowerment, and spiritual resilience.
His life remains a guiding force in the nation’s journey towards self-realisation and global harmony.
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