President Droupadi Murmu and Prime Minister Narendra Modi led the nation in paying homage to former Prime Minister Lal Bahadur Shastri on his birth anniversary. Shastri is remembered for his leadership, courage, and simplicity, and is seen as an inspiration for the nation. Many political figures, including External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar and Union Minister Hardeep Singh Puri, also paid their respects to the freedom fighter and Bharat Ratna awardee who dedicated his life to serving his country.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi honored the legacies of Mahatma Gandhi and Lal Bahadur Shastri by visiting their memorials in the national capital and participating in cleanliness-related activities. He also highlighted the importance of their principles of truth, harmony, and equality in today's world. Meanwhile, President Droupadi Murmu also joined in paying homage to Gandhi and attended a multi-faith prayer at Rajghat.
India observed the death anniversary of its second prime minister, Lal Bahadur Shastri, on Thursday, 11 January. Born on 2 October 1904, Shastri served as the prime minister from 1964 to 1966. He passed away a day after signing a peace treaty with Pakistan to end the 1965 Indo-Pakistan war. Shastri was known for his leadership during the war, as well as his efforts to promote peace and unity in the country.
Lal Bahadur Shastri, India's second Prime Minister, served from 1964 until his passing in 1966, leaving a legacy of integrity and selflessness. His upbringing in a humble home and his participation in the Indian National Congress shaped his values and political career. He held various ministerial positions before becoming Prime Minister, where he advocated against caste discrimination and contributed to the nation's progress. Shastri's dedication to the country and his straightforwardness are fondly remembered on his death anniversary.