Prime Minister Narendra Modi today addressed the International Arya Mahasammelan 2025 at Rohini, New Delhi, marking the 150th anniversary of the Arya Samaj and the ongoing bicentenary celebrations of Maharshi Dayanand Saraswati. Calling the event a national celebration deeply connected to India’s Vedic identity, the Prime Minister paid homage to Swami Dayanand’s ideals and acknowledged the enduring influence of the Arya Samaj on India’s cultural and spiritual heritage.
PM Modi reflected on his long association with Arya Samaj thinkers and expressed deep reverence for Swami Dayanand Saraswati, describing him as a visionary who reawakened India’s self-confidence during colonial rule. “The 150th anniversary of the Arya Samaj is not merely an occasion for a particular community or sect—it is

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