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Kharge, Sarma, Shivakumar Pay Tributes to Lal Bahadur Shastri on Death Anniversary

Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge led tributes to former Prime Minister Lal Bahadur Shastri on his death anniversary, emphasizing the enduring inspiration of his simple life and high ideals. Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma honored Shastri's honesty and sense of duty, while Karnataka Deputy CM DK Shivakumar remembered his reforms and leadership. The leaders universally highlighted Shastri's iconic slogan "Jai Jawan, Jai Kisan" as a symbol of national confidence and service. Lal Bahadur Shastri, India's second Prime Minister, passed away in Tashkent in 1966 after signing a peace pact with Pakistan.

Key Points: Leaders Pay Tribute to Lal Bahadur Shastri on Death Anniversary

  • Nation honors Shastri's death anniversary
  • "Jai Jawan, Jai Kisan" slogan recalled
  • Leaders praise his leadership during 1965 war
  • Tributes highlight his integrity and reforms
  • Shastri served as PM from 1964 to 1966
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"His simple life and high ideals remain an inspiration": Mallikarjun Kharge pays tribute to Lal Bahadur Shastri

Mallikarjun Kharge, Himanta Biswa Sarma, and DK Shivakumar honor former PM Lal Bahadur Shastri, recalling his leadership, "Jai Jawan, Jai Kisan" slogan, and ideals.

"His simple life and high ideals will remain an inspiration for every generation. - Mallikarjun Kharge"

New Delhi, January 11

Congress national president Mallikarjun Kharge on Sunday paid tribute to former Prime Minister Lal Bahadur Shastri on his death anniversary.

He said Shastri's message of "Jai Jawan, Jai Kisan" continues to inspire the nation even today.

In a post on X, Kharge wrote, "On the death anniversary of former Prime Minister and our inspiration, Lal Bahadur Shastri ji, we pay our humble respects to him. Their message of "Jai Jawan, Jai Kisan" continues to symbolize the nation's confidence, courage, labor, and service even today."

Kharge said that in difficult times, he provided strong and skilful guidance to the country, strengthened respect for farmers, accelerated reforms and showed India's resolve during the 1965 war.

"In difficult times, he provided skilful leadership to the nation. He gave new strength to the respect for farmers, accelerated reforms, and showed direction to India's resolve in the 1965 war. His simple life and high ideals will remain an inspiration for every generation. Our heartfelt tribute," the post read.

Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma also paid tribute to Shastri, remembering his honesty, sense of duty and leadership.

"Former Prime Minister Lal Bahadur Shastri Ji led the nation with strong resolve. He believed that strength lay in honesty, restraint and duty to the people. Tributes to the great leader on his Punyatithi. His words and conduct still offer timeless lessons in serving the nation," Assam CM said in a post on X.

Karnataka Deputy Chief Minister DK Shivakumar remembered Lal Bahadur Shastri's leadership, reforms, and the lasting message of "Jai Jawan, Jai Kisan."

"Humble tributes to the steadfast former Prime Minister Lal Bahadur Shastri on his death anniversary. He guided India through challenging times with courage, implementing reforms that strengthened agriculture, improved nutrition, and reinforced national security. His slogan "Jai Jawan, Jai Kisan" reflected his commitment to both soldiers and farmers, leaving a legacy of leadership that continues to inspire," Shivakumar said.

Born in Uttar Pradesh in 1904, Lal Bahadur Shastri was the second Prime Minister of India and served from 1964 to 1966. He died in Tashkent on January 11, 1966, at the age of 61, soon after signing the Tashkent Pact with Pakistan.

Former PM Shastri was a visionary leader who understood people's language and who led the country towards progress.

- ANI

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Sarah B
It's heartening to see leaders across parties paying tribute. Shastri ji's legacy transcends politics. His focus on farmers and soldiers is a timeless reminder of who truly builds and protects the nation.
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Vikram M
While the tributes are nice, I wish our current leaders would embody his simplicity and honesty in practice, not just in words. His death in Tashkent remains one of our biggest mysteries. We deserve to know the full truth.
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Priya S
My grandfather still talks about the 1965 war and how Shastri ji's leadership united the country. He was a leader who led by example. We need to teach his principles in schools more effectively.
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Rohit P
Jai Jawan, Jai Kisan! This slogan is so relevant even now. When I see the struggles of our farmers and the sacrifices of our soldiers, I feel we need to bring his vision back to the centre of our policies. Salute to a great soul.
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Kavya N
A leader who lived in a rented house even as PM. Can you imagine that today? His life is the real definition of 'simple living, high thinking'. We celebrate film stars and businessmen, but true heroes like him should be our role models.

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