Modi, Rahul Share Warm Moment During Tribute to Phule at Prerna Sthal

Brief Modi–Rahul chat

As soon as the Prime Minister alighted from his vehicle, he was greeted by everyone including Rahul Gandhi. While walking up to exchange pleasantries with everyone in line, he turned back towards the leader of the opposition and walked over to him, which later turned into an interaction.
This came as a warm contrast to the animosity that is generally perceived between them, owing to the sharp attacks they usually make at each other.

PM praises Phule’s fight for equality

Speaking on Phule's birth anniversary, the Prime Minister paid a tribute to the social reformer stating that his life was dedicated to the service of equality, justice and education. He further wrote that the leader was a pioneer who had worked for the rights of women and the downtrodden.
He said, "On the birth anniversary of Mahatma Jyotirao Phule, paying tributes to a visionary social reformer who dedicated his life to the ideals of equality, justice and education. He was also a pioneer in championing the rights of women and the marginalized. This year, we mark the start of his 200th birth anniversary celebrations. May his thoughts continue to guide everyone in the pursuit of societal progress.”

Rahul hails Phule’s ideals of social justice

Sharing a social media post, Gandhi also paid his respect to Phule. He stated that the ideologies and principles of Phule would forever motivate them towards social justice.
“On the birth anniversary of the great social reformer Mahatma Jyotiba Phule, I offer my humble salutations to him. He dedicated his entire life to protecting the rights and entitlements of the marginalised. His struggle against discrimination and inequality showed the nation the path to equality and justice,” Gandhi said.