New Delhi, April 11 (NationPress) On Saturday, the Leader of the Opposition in the Lok Sabha, Rahul Gandhi, along with Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge, led the party in honoring Jyotiba Phule on the occasion of his 200th birth anniversary, emphasizing that his vision and principles will continue to motivate future generations in the quest for social justice and equality.

Rahul Gandhi remarked, "I extend my sincere tributes to the remarkable social reformer, Mahatma Jyotiba Phule, on this significant day. He devoted his life to championing the rights of the Bahujans. His relentless fight against discrimination and inequality has paved the way for justice and equality in our country. His ideals will perpetually guide us as we strive for social justice."

Mallikarjun Kharge took to social media platform 'X' to state, "'No individual should endure injustice, whether it affects oneself or others.'" ~ Mahatma Jyotiba Phule. Known as ‘Krantisurya’ (Sun of the Revolution), Mahatma Phule dedicated his life to the cause of social justice, fiercely opposing caste-based discrimination, societal ills, and superstition, while also championing the cause of equality and women's empowerment. On this day, we pay our deepest respects to this extraordinary social reformer and profound thinker, whose legacy inspires us all.

Congress MP Priyanka Gandhi Vadra expressed similar sentiments, recognizing Phule as a trailblazer of social revolution.

Priyanka Gandhi Vadra stated, "I pay my humble tributes to the great social reformer and revolutionary pioneer, Mahatma Jyotiba Phule, on his birth anniversary. His historic initiatives to advance education for women and marginalized communities have guided our society towards justice and equality. His principles will always illuminate our path forward."

This year's celebration is particularly significant as it commemorates the 200th birth anniversary of this iconic reformer.

Jyotiba Phule is revered not only as a social reformer but also as a beacon of moral courage, intellectual curiosity, and unwavering dedication to social welfare. His impact transcends the institutions he founded and the movements he led; it resides in the hope and confidence he inspired in millions.

Education was central to Phule's mission throughout his lifetime. He believed that knowledge should be accessible to everyone, not just a select few. At a time when many, particularly women and marginalized groups, were denied education, he took groundbreaking measures to establish schools for girls and the underprivileged.

Phule frequently highlighted the importance of women’s education, asserting that true social change begins with empowering mothers. Through his efforts, he envisioned a society where education serves as a formidable instrument for justice, equality, and transformation.