The Uttar Pradesh government has declared a public holiday on 12 February 2025 (Wednesday) on the occasion of Guru Ravidas Jayanti. The Yogi government issued an official notification in this regard, stating that all government offices, independent bodies (autonomous body) and public undertakings (PSUs) will remain closed.
Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath greeted the people of Guru Ravidas Jayanti on this occasion and said that the thoughts and teachings of Sant Ravidas are inspiring for the society.
How was the announcement of public holiday?
Uttar Pradesh’s Minister of Science and Technology Anil Kumar wrote a letter to Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath demanding a public holiday on Guru Ravidas Jayanti.
What was mentioned in the letter?
For the last 20 years, local holidays have been given on Sant Ravidas Jayanti.
In 2024 it was removed from the holiday list, objecting to many communities.
After this, the Yogi government again decided to declare Guru Ravidas Jayanti a public holiday.
Who was Sant Ravidas?
Guru Ravidas was the great saint, social reformer and poet of Bhaktikal. He is also famous by the name Raidas and was born in Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh.
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Sant Ravidas was born on Magh Purnima (year 1377) in Varanasi.
He was one of the prominent disciples of the Ramanand sect.
His main business was to make shoes, but he was also a spiritual guru.
He emphasized social equality, devotion and spiritual knowledge.
His philosophy was based on truth, practice and feeling.
Importance of Guru Ravidas Jayanti
The birth anniversary of Sant Ravidas is celebrated with great joy and gaiety on Magh Purnima. On this day, his followers organize grand programs and processions.
The message of Guru Ravidas “Mana Ghana To Kathoti Me Ganga” is still relevant today.
He raised his voice against casteism and discrimination and gave a message of equality.
His thoughts and teachings are also compiled in Guru Granth Sahib.
This decision taken by the Yogi government leads to a wave of happiness among the followers of Sant Ravidas. The people of Uttar Pradesh will celebrate this day with religious reverence and devotion.
