Andhra Pradesh Governor, CM recall Narasimha Rao's services to nation
Amaravati, June 28
Andhra Pradesh Governor S. Abdul Nazeer, Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu and Deputy Chief Minister Pawan Kalyan paid rich tributes to former Prime Minister P. V. Narasimha Rao on his 105th birth anniversary, recalling his services to the nation.
The Governor said Narasimha Rao was a visionary statesman who steered the country towards development through far-reaching economic reforms and made an enduring contribution to the nation's overall progress and development.
Chief Minister Chandrababu Naidu stated that Narasimha Rao is remembered as a great leader who assumed the mantle of Prime Minister during a critical period for the nation, initiated economic reforms with foresight, and transformed the trajectory of India's development.
His visionary leadership and contributions to national progress will continue to inspire generations to come, said the Telugu Desam Party (TDP) national president.
Deputy Chief Minister Pawan Kalyan paid "heartfelt tributes to one of India's most visionary statesmen, an exceptional scholar, former Chief Minister of the erstwhile united Andhra Pradesh, and former Prime Minister whose leadership transformed the course of our nation's history".
"At a defining moment, his courage, foresight, and landmark economic reforms opened new horizons for India's growth and global standing. His remarkable intellect, administrative excellence, and unwavering commitment to national progress remain an enduring source of inspiration," Pawan Kalyan posted on 'X'.
"From the richness of Telugu literary heritage to the highest office of public service, Shri P. V. Narasimha Rao Garu exemplified wisdom, humility, and visionary leadership. His extraordinary legacy continues to inspire generations to serve the nation with knowledge, integrity, and unwavering dedication. May his extraordinary legacy continue to inspire every Indian to serve the nation with wisdom, integrity, and an unwavering commitment to progress," added the Jana Sena leader.
Former Chief Minister and YSR Congress Party president Y.S. Jagan Mohan Reddy said Narasimha Rao was a visionary who steered a nation facing an economic crisis onto the path of development through his reforms, breathing new life into the Indian economy.
Jagan Mohan Reddy said that his contributions to the country's progress during his tenure as Prime Minister remain unforgettable.
State Congress president Y. S. Sharmila also paid rich tributes to Narasimha Rao.
— IANS
Reader Comments
A true Telugu son who became a Prime Minister and changed India's destiny. From Manmohan Singh as his Finance Minister to the bold reforms, it all started under his leadership. The irony is he was sidelined by Congress for decades, but today even Jagan and Chandrababu are praising him. Truth always prevails.
PV Narasimha Rao was not just a reformer but a scholar who knew 17 languages! In today's noisy politics, we need leaders with his calm demeanor and intellectual depth. His economic reforms pulled India back from the brink - we owe him so much. 🇮🇳
Interesting to see Pawan Kalyan's detailed tribute. He rightly pointed out PV's contribution to Telugu heritage too. But I wish the Congress party today would stop ignoring its own giants - Narasimha Rao was sidelined for being a Telugu Brahmin in a North-dominated party. Leadership should be about merit, not regional politics.
Only PV Narasimha Rao could handle the 1991 crisis with such political skill - no parliamentary majority, coalition government, yet he pushed through the toughest reforms. Compare that to today's leaders who can't even pass a simple bill without drama. We need more silent reformers like him. Jai Hind! 🚀
Narasimha Rao's legacy is complicated - yes, he liberalized the economy, but some say he also mishandled the Babri Masjid situation. A balanced view is needed. Still, on his birth anniversary, I appreciate the tributes from all parties. A great son of Andhra Pradesh and India.
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