Prime Minister Narendra Modi paid a heartfelt tribute to the legendary poet and writer Subramania Bharati on his birth anniversary. Recognizing Bharati as a visionary poet, writer, thinker, freedom fighter, and social reformer, the Prime Minister acknowledged the profound impact of Bharati's words, which sparked the flames of patriotism and revolution among countless people.
Modi also highlighted Bharati's progressive ideals on equality and women's empowerment, which continue to inspire generations. In a significant announcement, the Prime Minister revealed his plans to release a compendium of Bharati's works at a programme in 7, Lok Kalyan Marg at 1 PM. This initiative was undertaken by Seeni Viswanathan, who received the Prime Minister's compliments for his efforts.
The Prime Minister's homage to Bharati was not limited to words. He took a significant step by releasing the compendium of complete works of the great Tamil poet and freedom fighter. This 23-volume set, compiled and edited by Seeni Viswanathan and published by Alliance Publishers, is a testament to Bharati's contributions to the nation and the Tamil language. It contains details of the editions, explanations, documents, background information, and philosophical presentation of Bharati's writings.
In his address at the release function, the Prime Minister emphasized the power of words in our culture, referring to the concept of 'Shabda Brahma', the infinite power of words. He expressed his government's commitment to taking Bharati's contribution to the people, reflecting the principle of 'kartavya' or duty.
I pay homage to the great Subramania Bharati on his birth anniversary. A visionary poet, writer, thinker, freedom fighter and social reformer, his words ignited the flames of patriotism and revolution among countless people. His progressive ideals on equality and women’s…
— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) December 11, 2024
The Prime Minister also shared a personal connection with Bharati, revealing that both of them have a bond with Kashi. Bharati had come to Kashi to attain knowledge and chose to stay back. The Prime Minister, who represents Varanasi (Kashi) in the Lok Sabha, felt a live connection with the great poet.
Bharati's thoughts and intellectual brilliance continue to inspire us even today, the Prime Minister said. He hailed Bharati as a profound thinker dedicated to serving Maa Bharati, emphasizing that a personality like Subramania Bharati comes once in centuries.
The Prime Minister's homage to Bharati also highlighted the poet's progressive ideals on equality and women's empowerment. This is particularly relevant in the context of International Women's Day, a global day of recognition and celebration that brings attention to issues such as gender equality, reproductive rights, and violence and abuse against women.
The origins of International Women's Day can be traced back to the early 20th century, arising from the labour movements in North America and Europe. Over the years, it has grown to become a platform for collective action and collaboration in advocating for women's rights and empowerment. The United Nations began celebrating the day in 1975, and in 1977, the UN General Assembly invited member states to proclaim March 8 as the UN Day for Women's Rights and World Peace.
