President Draupadi Murmu on Thursday (October 23, 2025) said Narayana Guru was one of India’s greatest spiritual leaders and social reformers, whose teachings of equality, unity and universal love are highly relevant even today.
Addressing the centenary celebrations of the Guru’s Maha Samadhi at Sivagiri Math in Varkala, Kerala, he said the Guru dedicated his life to freeing people from ignorance and superstition and inspired generations to see the divinity in every human being.
‘Inspired the ideals of love towards humanity’
The President described Narayana Guru as one of India’s greatest spiritual leaders and social reformers who changed the social and spiritual landscape of the country. Murmu said, ‘He inspired generations to believe in the ideals of equality, unity and love for humanity. The Guru dedicated his life to freeing people from the darkness of ignorance and superstition.
Narayan Guru promoted education
He said that Narayana Guru believed in the unity of all existence and saw God as the divine presence in every living being. The Guru’s message of ‘One Caste, One Religion, One God for mankind’ transcended all barriers of faith, caste and creed.
The President said, ‘He believed that real liberation comes not from superstition, but from knowledge and compassion. He also emphasized on self-purification, simplicity and universal love. Highlighting the Guru’s contribution to education and social upliftment, the President said that he established temples, schools and institutions which served as centers of learning and moral development.
Without any distinction of caste or religion, brotherhood was kept supreme.
Murmu said, ‘Through these institutions, he promoted literacy, self-reliance and moral values among the oppressed communities. His works reflect his deep understanding of human life and spirituality.’ He said that the Guru shared eternal ideals with humanity.
The President said that through his teachings he told that the world is an ideal place where all people live in brotherhood without distinction of caste or religion. Murmu said the Guru’s message is more relevant than ever in the modern world.
The President urged the people
He said, ‘His call for unity, equality and mutual respect provides a timeless solution to the struggles facing humanity. His teachings remind us that all human beings share the same divine essence.’
The President urged people to strive to live up to his ideals, treat every person with dignity, serve selflessly and aspire to see the divinity in every person. Governor Rajendra Arlekar said, ‘Guru is not just a spiritual symbol; He is still alive today through his blessings and teachings. His message of humanity and equality is becoming more relevant every day.
Trust presented shawl and memento to the President
He also recalled the Guru’s belief in the philosophy of Swami Vivekananda that service to humanity is service to God. Murmu paid floral tributes to the statue of the great social reformer and spiritual leader and inaugurated the two-year long centenary celebrations. Swami Sachchidananda, President of Shri Narayana Dharma Sangam Trust, presented a shawl and a memento to the President.
Swami Satchidananda said the two-year-long centenary celebrations will include spiritual discourses, social service initiatives and educational programs aimed at spreading the Guru’s message of unity and universal brotherhood. BJP state president Rajiv Chandrashekhar, MP Adoor Prakash, state ministers VN Vasan, V Shivankutty and MLA V Joy and others were present in the program.
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