New Delhi [India], February 14 (HBTV): Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini on Wednesday paid tribute to Sant Shiromani Ravidas on his birth anniversary.

Photos posted by the chief minister on his social media platform X showed him offering flowers to a portrait of the poet.

In a post, Saini wrote that the Haryana government was carrying forward the message of Sant Shiromani Maharaj, promoting unity, humanity, and brotherhood. He further stated that the state government remained committed to continuous development.

‘Today, on the birth anniversary of Sant Shiromani Guru Ravidas ji, I paid homage to him by offering flowers to his picture at Haryana Bhawan in New Delhi. With the message of unity, humanity, and brotherhood of Sant Shiromani Maharaj ji, the state government is carrying out equal development for all with the spirit of Haryana Ek-Haryanvi Ek. Following the path shown by saints and great men, the state government is committed to carrying out non-stop development work,’ the post read.

Ravidas Jayanti is celebrated on Magh Purnima, the full moon day of the Magh month as per the Hindu calendar.

Sant Ravidas was part of the Bhakti movement during the 15th and 16th centuries, and his hymns are included in the Guru Granth Sahib.

On February 11, Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami extended his wishes to the people on the eve of Guru Ravidas Jayanti, urging everyone to follow the saint’s teachings to eliminate societal evils.

In his message, CM Dhami described Guru Ravidas as one of history’s great figures, highlighting his lifelong dedication to human service and his messages of equality and unity.

‘Sant Ravidas is counted among the great saints. His goal was dedicated to human service throughout his life, and he gave the message of equality and unity. Sant Ravidas ji, in his teachings, has given us the message to serve humanity by being free from discrimination of caste, religion, and class,’ said CM Dhami, according to an official release.

CM Dhami further stated, ‘We should follow the path shown by Sant Shiromani Guru Ravidas and strive to remove the evils prevalent in society.’

(ANI)