The President of India, Smt. Droupadi Murmu graced Balidan Shatabdi Samaroh of Swami Shraddhanand Ji at Gurukul, Kurukshetra, Haryana today (November 1, 2026).
Speaking on the occasion, the President paid her tribute to Swami Shraddhanand Ji on the 100th anniversary of his martyrdom. She said that his life journey from Munshiram to Mahatma Munshiram and eventually to Swami Shraddhanand is deeply inspiring.
The President said that Swami Shraddhanand Ji had dedicated his life to the service of the Vedas and the upliftment of society. His life journey and sacrifice are a source of inspiration for all of us.
The President said that Swami Shraddhanand Ji was a strong advocate of social unity. In an address delivered from the platform of the Jama Masjid in Delhi, he conveyed a message of mutual goodwill and national unity.
The President said that Swami Shraddhanand Ji believed that eradicating the stigma of untouchability and uplifting the Dalits were the most essential steps for the progress of India. In his view, the evil practice of untouchability was contrary to the core principles of the Vedic tradition.
The President said that Swami Shraddhanand Ji revived and strengthened the Gurukul system of education. This breathed new life into the stream of Indian education and culture. He made tireless efforts to revive the ancient Aryan system of education, a cause championed by Maharshi Dayanand Saraswati, the founder of the Arya Samaj.
The President said that the Centenary Year of Swami Shraddhanand Ji’s martyrdom serves as an opportunity to draw lessons from his inspiring life, his educational and social philosophy, and his dedication and sacrifice for the nation.
The President said that as we are moving towards the goal of a Viksit Bharat by the year 2047, it is of utmost importance that our citizens take pride in India’s rich cultural heritage while embracing modern knowledge, science, technology, innovation, and entrepreneurship. She expressed confidence that, drawing inspiration from the life of Swami Shraddhanand Ji, the youth of our country will contribute to building an educated, self-reliant, harmonious, and empowered India.
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