Archive · 28 Sep 2026
Mumbai Seminar to Mark Mahatma Jyotirao Phule’s 200th Birth Anniversary
A seminar is being organized in Mumbai to remember social reformer Mahatma Jyotirao Phule.
It will mark the 200th anniversary of his birth.
The event will happen on October 16 at the Nirmala Niketan campus.
Experts will talk about Phule’s ideas on equality and fairness.
They will discuss how he questioned strict religious practices.
They will also explore the importance of logical and critical thinking.
Another discussion will focus on the rights of people who face exclusion.
The seminar will consider how communities can gain better access to resources and opportunities.
The Centre for Study of Society and Secularism and Nirmala Niketan will hold a one-day national seminar.
The seminar will take place on October 16 at the Nirmala Niketan campus in Churchgate, Mumbai.
The event will examine Jyotirao Phule’s vision of equality, justice and social transformation.
Sessions will discuss religion, rationality, social reform and the relevance of Satyashodhak thought.
Another session will focus on marginalised communities, social exclusion, resources and community empowerment.
- Who
- The Centre for Study of Society and Secularism and the College of Social Work (Empowered Autonomous), Nirmala Niketan, are organizing the seminar.
- What
- A one-day national seminar titled "Jyotirao Phule’s Vision and Contemporary India: Revisiting Equality, Justice and Social Transformation."
- When
- October 16; the year is not specified.
- Where
- The Nirmala Niketan campus in Churchgate, Mumbai.
- Why
- To commemorate Mahatma Jyotirao Phule’s 200th birth anniversary and examine the continuing relevance of his social philosophy.
- Event
- One-day national seminar
- Theme
- Jyotirao Phule’s Vision and Contemporary India: Revisiting Equality, Justice and Social Transformation
- Date
- October 16
- Venue
- Nirmala Niketan campus, Churchgate, Mumbai
- First session
- Religion, rationality and social reform
- Second session
- Rights of marginalised communities
- Convener
- Dr. Sandhya Mhatre
- Contact
- [email protected] and [email protected]