New Delhi, Jan. 3 -- Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday paid tributes to Savitribai Phule and Rani Velu Nachiyar on their birth anniversary, acknowledging their inspirational contributions to society.

PM Modi highlighted Savitribai Phule's contribution to transforming Indian society through service and education.

In a post on X, the Prime Minister said, "On the birth anniversary of Savitribai Phule, we remember a pioneer whose life was devoted to the transformation of society through service and education. She was committed to principles of equality, justice and compassion. She believed that education was the most powerful instrument of social change and focused on transforming lives through knowledge as well as learning. Her work...