On the auspicious occasion of Maharshi Swami Dayanand Saraswati’s jayanti, a chorus of tributes from India’s highest offices illuminated his profound impact on society. From Rashtrapati Bhavan to state secretariats, leaders invoked the Arya Samaj founder’s teachings against social maladies and for empowerment through knowledge.
President Droupadi Murmu’s message on X set a poignant tone. She paid humble respects to the saint who propagated logical interpretations of Indian traditions, reshaping education nationwide. Murmu stressed the perpetual benefits from his institutions and called for national resolve to advance India globally under his guidance.
Amit Shah, the Home Minister, delved into Dayanand’s foundational work with Arya Samaj, his advocacy for swaraj, swadeshi, and women’s upliftment, and the revolutionary ‘Satyarth Prakash’ that democratized Vedic wisdom. His post brimmed with admiration for these efforts.
UP CM Yogi Adityanath reflected on Dayanand’s life of wisdom and virtue, devoted to public good and national revival. Haryana’s Nayab Saini celebrated the reformer’s push for egalitarian values and progressive thought. Assam’s Himanta Biswa Sarma credited him with awakening society during colonial times through organized campaigns for education and unity based on Vedic ethos.
These endorsements from across the political spectrum highlight Dayanand Saraswati’s role as a beacon of reform. As India navigates modern challenges, his vision for an educated, discrimination-free society remains a clarion call for progress and unity.