Antyodaya diwas is celebrated annually on 25th September in India .
It is celebrated on the birth anniversary of Indian leader Pandit Deendayal Upadhyaya and is celebrated in honour to remember his life and legacy .
This year, the Antyodaya Diwas marks the 105th birth anniversary of Upadhyaya.
Who is Deendayal Upadhyaya??
Pandit Deendayal Upadhyaya was born on 25th September 1916 in the Chandrabhan village near the Fareh town in Mathura, Uttar Pradesh. He was born into a Brahmin family.
● His father Bhagwati Prasad was an astrologer and mother Rampyari was a housewife . But at the age of 8 his both parents passed away and he was raised by his maternal uncle .
● By 1940s he got big in RSS. He also got indulged in spreading the idealogy of Hindutva nationalism across the country .
● Having a good progress in RSS he co- founded the Bharatiya Jana Sangh Party in 1951 . Bhartiya Jana Sangh Party is now Bhartiya Janta Party.
● Pandit Deendayal Upadhyaya was mysteriously found dead while traveling at Mughal Sarai in Uttar Pradesh at the age of 51.
● Upadhyaya is remembered for his contribution to society and politcs that he played in the upliftment of the poor his legacy is kept alive through this Diwas and he still continues to inspire us .
Significance of this Diwas?
Antyodaya means uplifting the poorest of the poor , this day aims at reaching the weakest section of the society .
This day inspires the government and people to help in bringing prosperity and success to the weakest sections of the society .
It aims to provide growth to the country where everyone is included and no one feels left out . And our country can walk on the path of inclusivity.
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Malvika Tiwari, |
