India News | Guru Ravidas' Teachings Inspire BJP's Welfare Activities: G Kishan Reddy
Get latest articles and stories on India at LatestLY. Union Minister G. Kishan Reddy on Sunday emphasised that the Central Government remains committed to uplifting marginalised sections of society through targeted welfare schemes as part of the nationwide events to mark the 650th birth anniversary of 15th-century mystic poet and Bhakti movement saint, Shri Guru Ravidas.
Hyderabad (Telangana) [India], August 23 (ANI): Union Minister G Kishan Reddy on Sunday emphasised that the Central Government remains committed to uplifting marginalised sections of society through targeted welfare schemes as part of the nationwide events to mark the 650th birth anniversary of saint Guru Ravidas.
Speaking to the reporters, Reddy noted that the teachings of Sant Ravidas, centred on social equality, compassion, and welfare for all, serve as a foundational inspiration for the administration's policy direction.
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"The BJP is organising programs across the country to mark the 650th birth anniversary of Guru Ravidas. Inspired by his teachings, the BJP government, under the leadership of PM Narendra Modi, is continuously serving the nation's poor. We are moving forward through various welfare activities and by spreading the message of devotion associated with Sant Ravidas. In the days to come, our government and our party will continue to move forward with that same spirit," he told reporters after attending the 650th birth anniversary celebrations of Shri Sant Guru Ravidas.
In a post on X, Reddy said, "His vision of equal opportunities, dignity and justice for every individual remains deeply relevant even today"
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"His profound contribution to the Bhakti movement and timeless message of equality, social harmony, human dignity and justice continue to inspire generations", he added.
In July, BJP MP Tarun Chugh announced that the party will observe the 650th birth anniversary year of Guru Ravidas through a nationwide campaign titled 'Sant Shiromani Shri Guru Ravidas Ji Maharaj Samrasta Sankalp Abhiyan', beginning on July 29 and continuing till February 20, 2027. (ANI)
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