Archive · 17 Nov 2025
Rajnath, Yogi Honor Uda Devi Pasi, Criticize Left Historians
In Lucknow, important leaders Rajnath Singh and Yogi Adityanath unveiled a statue of a brave woman named Uda Devi Pasi.
They said she was a hero who fought against the British a long time ago and showed that women can be strong leaders.
They also want to make sure that important people from the Pasi community are remembered in history books and taught in schools.
They believe that some people who write history have not given enough credit to the Pasi people and their kings.
They want to correct this so that future generations know about their own heroes.
They also celebrated the growing roles of women in protecting the country.
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh and UP CM Yogi Adityanath unveiled a statue of freedom fighter Uda Devi Pasi in Lucknow.
Rajnath Singh praised the UP government's decision to include Pasi community icons in school curricula.
Both leaders criticized 'leftist historians' and past governments for allegedly ignoring and distorting the history of the Pasi community.
Uda Devi was highlighted as a symbol of women's empowerment and a key figure in the 1857 uprising.
Calls were made to recognize Pasi kings like Maharaja Bijli Pasi and to ensure their stories are included in historical narratives.
- Who
- Union Defence Minister Rajnath Singh, Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath, and Union Minister of State Kamlesh Paswan.
- What
- Unveiled a statue of freedom fighter Uda Devi Pasi, praised the inclusion of Pasi icons in school curricula, and criticized 'leftist historians' for historical omissions.
- When
- Sunday
- Where
- Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh.
- Why
- To honor Uda Devi Pasi, recognize the contributions of the Pasi community, and advocate for their accurate representation in history.
Left Historians' Stance
Rajnath Singh & Yogi Adityanath's Stance
Historical Recognition of Pasi Community
Left Historians' Stance
Accused of ignoring and omitting Pasi icons and their significant contributions from historical narratives and school curricula.
Rajnath Singh & Yogi Adityanath's Stance
Praising the Pasi community's historical role, advocating for their inclusion in school curricula, and demanding recognition for Pasi kings and heroines.
Historical Narrative and Distortion
Left Historians' Stance
Alleged to have distorted historical records and marginalized the prominence of the Pasi community.
Rajnath Singh & Yogi Adityanath's Stance
Seeking to correct historical omissions by highlighting the Pasi Empire's rule and the bravery of figures like Uda Devi, emphasizing the need to preserve community identity and history.
- Event
- Unveiling of a statue of freedom fighter Uda Devi Pasi.
- Location
- Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh
- Date
- Sunday
- Key Figures Present
- Union Defence Minister Rajnath Singh, Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath, Union Minister of State Kamlesh Paswan.
- Uda Devi's Significance
- A symbol of women's empowerment who mobilized Dalit women against British rule and fought in the 1857 uprising.
- Pasi Community Recognition
- Call to include Pasi icons, including Maharaja Bijli Pasi, Maharaja Satan Pasi, and Maharaja Lakhan Pasi, in school curricula and historical texts.
- Historical Grievance
- Allegation that 'leftist historians' and previous governments ignored and distorted the history of the Pasi community and their rulers.
Sources
'Not Just Pasi Community, She Made Entire Nation Proud': Rajnath Singh Unveils Statue Of Uda Devi Pasi In Lucknow
UP was epicenter of 1857 first war of independence: CM Yogi
India’s women never lagged behind in protecting the nation and its religion: Rajnath Singh
