The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) launched the Samrasta Sankalp Abhiyan in Delhi to commemorate the 650th [1] birth anniversary of Sant Guru Ravidas.
The initiative seeks to promote the saint's teachings on social harmony, equality, and the dignity of labor. By centering the campaign on a historical figure associated with the upliftment of marginalized communities, the party aims to strengthen its outreach to diverse social groups across India.
Senior party leaders attended the event, including National President Nitin Nabin, Delhi BJP President Harsh Malhotra, Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta, and MP Tarun Chugh [1, 2]. The program featured a Sacred Soil Kalash Distribution as part of the commemorative activities [1].
The campaign officially began on July 29, 2024 [3, 4]. While reports on the duration of the drive vary, some sources describe it as a seven-month campaign [5], while others characterize it as a year-long effort [6].
The BJP said the program is designed to spread the message of human respect and social integration. The event in Delhi served as the starting point for a broader nationwide effort to honor the legacy of Guru Ravidas [1, 2].
“The BJP launched the Samrasta Sankalp Abhiyan in Delhi to commemorate the 650th birth anniversary of Sant Guru Ravidas.”
The launch of the Samrasta Sankalp Abhiyan reflects a strategic effort by the BJP to align itself with the values of social equality and inclusivity. By celebrating Guru Ravidas, a figure revered for challenging caste hierarchies, the party is attempting to build a broader coalition of support among Dalit and other marginalized communities ahead of future electoral cycles.
