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Yogi Adityanath Hails Kalyan Singh's Sacrifice for Ram Temple Movement

Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath paid rich tributes to former Chief Minister Kalyan Singh on his birth anniversary. He highlighted Singh's pivotal decision to sacrifice his chief ministerial post during the peak of the Ram Janmabhoomi movement. Adityanath praised Singh's tenure for advancing development and nationalist missions in the state. Kalyan Singh, who passed away in 2021, was the UP CM when the Babri Masjid was demolished in 1992, leading to his resignation.

Key Points: Yogi Adityanath Pays Tribute to Kalyan Singh on Birth Anniversary

  • Tribute on birth anniversary
  • Sacrificed CM post for Ram movement
  • Hailed as development-focused leader
  • Key figure in Babri Masjid demolition
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"Sacrificed his CM post without hesitation": Yogi Adityanath pays tribute to former UP CM Kalyan Singh on birth anniversary

UP CM Yogi Adityanath honors former CM Kalyan Singh, praising his sacrifice during the Ram Janmabhoomi movement and his development work.

"sacrificed his post (as a CM) without any hesitation - Yogi Adityanath"

Lucknow, January 5

Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on Monday paid tribute to former Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister and former Rajasthan Governor Kalyan Singh on his birth anniversary, highlighting his contribution to the state's development and the Ram Janmabhoomi movement.

CM Yogi Adityanath hailed Kalyan Singh for "sacrificing" his CM post "without any hesitation" during the height of the Ram Janmabhoomi movement.

Yogi further added that Kalyan Singh's tenure as UP CM will be remembered for development and taking the nationalist mission forward.

"When Ram Janmabhoomi movement was moving towards its peak, he sacrificed his post (as a CM) without any hesitation, respecting the sentiments of devotees of Lord Ram. He promptly took the responsibility when the structure, symbolic of slavery, was demolished," Yogi Adityanath said while addressing an event in Lucknow.

Earlier in a post on X, Yogi Adityanath paid tribute to Kalyan Singh, calling him a steadfast warrior of the Ram Temple movement.

"On the birth anniversary of the steadfast warrior of the Shri Ram Temple movement, who ignited the lamp of faith in the hearts of countless devotees of Lord Ram, the former Governor of Rajasthan, former Chief Minister of Uttar Pradesh, 'Padma Vibhushan' revered Kalyan Singh 'Babuji', humble tributes to him," he wrote.

"The revered 'Babuji', an embodiment of devotion, sacrifice, and dedication, gave a new momentum to the development of Uttar Pradesh through his people-welfare policies and firm administrative resolve. His life is a unique example of dedication to society and the nation," he added.

Kalyan Singh passed away on August 21, 2021, at Sanjay Gandhi Postgraduate Institute of Medical Sciences (SGPGI) in Lucknow due to sepsis and multi-organ failure.

Singh served as Uttar Pradesh CM twice, from June 1991 to December 1992 and September 1997 to November 1999, and was Governor of Rajasthan from 2014 to 2019. He also held multiple organisational roles in the BJP at both the state and central levels.

Kalyan Singh was the CM when the Babri Masjid was demolished. A few hours after the demolition, he resigned as Chief Minister. The Congress-led Union Government then dismissed the Uttar Pradesh state government on the same day. Singh later faced legal proceedings and was jailed for a single day over the incident.

- ANI

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Priyanka N
While respecting his contributions, we must remember that period was one of deep pain and division for the country. Praising the demolition as removing a "symbol of slavery" is a problematic narrative that ignores the complex history and the rule of law.
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Aman W
He was the CM when I was a kid. People remember him as a strong administrator. Roads and electricity improved in our area during his time. That's what matters most to common people - vikas.
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Sarah B
Interesting to read about this political history. The article mentions he was jailed for a day. The legal and constitutional aspects of that entire episode seem very complex from an outsider's perspective.
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Vikram M
Kalyan Singh Babuji was a man of his word. He promised and he delivered, whatever the cost. His resignation showed integrity. Today's politicians can learn a lot from him. A real karmayogi.
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Kavya N
My grandfather always speaks very highly of him. Says he was a simple man connected to the ground, unlike many leaders today. His birth anniversary is a good time to remember his legacy beyond just one event.

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