PM Modi pays tributes to Sant Ravidas on birth anniversary

New Delhi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday paid tributes to mystic poet Sant Ravidas on his birth anniversary and reiterated the resolve for a just, harmonious and prosperous society in line with his vision.

The mystic poet and reformer enjoys a nationwide following, especially among a section of the Dalits.

"While bowing before Sant Ravidas ji on his birth anniversary, we remember his great messages. On this occasion, we reiterate our resolve for a just, harmonious and prosperous society in line with his vision," Modi said in a tweet in Hindi.

"Following his (Sant Ravidas) path, we are serving and empowering the poor through various initiatives," the prime minister said.