THIRUVANANTHAPURAM: The landmark budget announcement to install a statue and set up a cultural centre dedicated to Kerala’s legendary renaissance reformer, Sree Narayana Guru, in the national capital, Delhi, has received widespread acclaim. Presented in the Assembly by Chief Minister V.D. Satheesan, who also holds the finance portfolio, this decision is being viewed as a direct continuation of his long-standing stance as a true follower of Sree Narayana Guru’s ideals.
At a time when Guru’s timeless messages of universal brotherhood and equality are gaining paramount significance globally, establishing an appropriate memorial in New Delhi is a fitting tribute to the spiritual leader.
During a previous visit to Sivagiri, Chief Minister V.D. Satheesan underscored that his government’s ultimate objective is to transform Kerala into a model state free from caste and religious animosities—a dream envisioned by Sree Narayana Guru himself. The current budget allocation is a monumental step toward realizing that vision.
The proposed cultural centre and statue in Delhi aim to educate the nation about the revolutionary socio-political transformations brought about by Sree Narayana Guru in Kerala. It is expected to serve as a hub for cultural exchange, research, and learning for historians and followers from across the globe. Socio-cultural organizations and community leaders from various sectors have wholeheartedly welcomed the government’s progressive move.
