New Delhi: Congress leaders Rahul and Priyanka performed ‘langar seva’ during their visit to the birthplace of Guru Ravidas on the occassion of his birth anniversary in Varansi today.
The Gandhis arrived at the airport in Babatpur where they were received by local Congress leaders, including former MLA Ajay Rai, and went straight to the temple of Guru Ravidas in the city.
They were also offered a framed picture of Guru Ravidas by the temple management . Sant Ravidas was regarded as a Dalit icon as he advocated for equality and dignity for all, irrespective of their caste. He also promoted gender parity and opposed the division of society based on gender or caste.
Earlier today, Prime Minister Narendra Modi offered prayers at Guru Ravidas Vishram Dham Mandir in Delhi’s Karol Bagh. He also interacted with the devotees and participated in the ‘Shabad Kirtan’ in the temple. PM Modi said that his government has imbibed the spirit of Guru Ravidas in every step and scheme.
Punjab Chief Minister Charanjit Singh also managed to visit Seer Goverdhanpur, birthplace of Guru Ravidas in Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh despite hectic poll campaign .
The Election Commission of India (ECI) had postponed Punjab Assembly elections in view of Guru Ravidas birth anniversary. The polls, which were slated to be held on February 14, have been shifted to February 20.
