Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday paid tribute to former Prime Minister Lal Bahadur Shastri on his birth anniversary, recalling his simplicity, dedication to the nation and enduring legacy of ‘Jai Jawan, Jai Kisan’.
PM Modi paid homage to Shastri at Vijay Ghat in New Delhi and remembered his contribution to the country.
In a post on X, the Prime Minister said, “Homage to Lal Bahadur Shastri Ji, whose simplicity and dedication to the nation remain deeply inspiring.”
PM Modi also released a video highlighting Shastri’s contribution and recalled his iconic slogan, “Jai Jawan, Jai Kisan.”
“Lal Bahadur Shastri came and gave the message of ‘Jai Jawan, Jai Kisan’. Every farmer stood up,” PM Modi said.
Recalling Shastri’s personality and leadership, the Prime Minister said his name itself evoked a sense of deep respect among people.
“From taking the name of Lal Bahadur Shastri, a feeling of immense reverence arises in our minds. His gentle personality fills every citizen with great pride,” he said.
PM Modi described Shastri as a leader who appeared humble but possessed strong determination.
“Lal Bahadur Shastri’s speciality was that from the outside, he appeared humble, but from within, he was determined like a rock,” he said.
The Prime Minister also recalled Shastri’s contribution alongside the country’s farmers and soldiers.
“He, in just one-and-a-half years, together with the farmers and soldiers, gave the mantra to achieve success,” PM Modi added.
Union Education Minister Pralhad Joshi also remembered the former Prime Minister and said his simplicity, humility and decisive leadership continued to inspire the nation.
“Remembering former Prime Minister Shri Lal Bahadur Shastri ji on his birth anniversary. His simplicity, humility and decisive leadership continue to inspire the nation,” Joshi said.
He added that Shastri’s commitment to the country and faith in the strength of farmers and soldiers remained an enduring legacy.
Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis also paid tribute to Shastri and recalled his dedication to public service.
“Humble tributes to former Prime Minister of India, Bharat Ratna Shri Lal Bahadur Shastri ji, on his birth anniversary! A leader of remarkable simplicity who dedicated his life to the service of the nation and whose slogan of ‘Jai Jawan, Jai Kisan’ continues to inspire us,” Fadnavis said.
Lal Bahadur Shastri Jayanti is observed every year on October 2 to commemorate the birth anniversary of India’s second Prime Minister. Known for his humility, integrity and dedication to public service, Shastri played a significant role in shaping India during a challenging period.
Born Lal Bahadur Shrivastava, he dropped his caste surname at a young age as part of his opposition to the caste system. The title ‘Shastri’, meaning scholar, was an academic degree awarded to him by Kashi Vidyapeeth in 1925.
His iconic slogan, “Jai Jawan, Jai Kisan,” highlighted the vital contribution of India’s soldiers and farmers. October 2 is observed to remember his life, leadership and contribution to the nation.
-IANS
