Prime Minister Narendra Modi today paid tributes to social reformer Mahatma Jyotiba Phule on his birth anniversary. In a tweet, Mr Modi said, Mahatma Phule was a stalwart ahead of his time, who gave voice to the marginalised and sought to end their suffering. Inspired by Mahatma Phule's ideals, the Prime Minister called on people to collectively work to create an equal and harmonious society where the role of education is pivotal.