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Defence Minister Rajnath Singh and Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge paid heartfelt tributes to former Prime Minister PV Narasimha Rao on his 104th birth anniversary. Both leaders praised Rao's pivotal economic reforms that transformed India's growth trajectory. Kharge highlighted how Rao's policies uplifted the middle class and strengthened national resilience. Rao's legacy continues to inspire as a scholar-statesman who shaped modern India.

Key Points: Rajnath Singh Mallikarjun Kharge Honor PV Narasimha Rao Birth Anniversary

  • Rajnath Singh hails Rao as a towering statesman
  • Kharge credits Rao for economic liberalisation
  • Rao's reforms strengthened middle class
  • His tenure saw nuclear program advancements
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Towering statesman and scholar par excellence: Defence Minister Rajnath Singh pays tribute to former PM PV Narasimha Rao on his birth anniversary

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh and Congress chief Mallikarjun Kharge pay tribute to former PM PV Narasimha Rao on his 104th birth anniversary, praising his economic reforms.

"His tenure as Prime Minister made notable contributions to far-reaching economic progress and national development. – Rajnath Singh"

New Delhi, June 28

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh, on Saturday, paid tribute to former Prime Minister PV Narasimha Rao on his 104th birth anniversary.

In an X post, the Defence Minister wrote, "Remembering former Prime Minister PV Narasimha Rao Garu on his birth anniversary. He was a towering statesman and scholar par excellence.'

Union Minister Rajnath Singh noted that PV Narasimha Rao's tenure as the Prime Minister witnessed 'far-reaching economic progress'.

"His tenure as Prime Minister of India made notable contribution in far-reaching economic progress and national development," the X post read.

Meanwhile, Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge also paid tributes to the former Prime Minister.

In a post on X, Kharge said that Rao's far-reaching economic liberalisation policies were instrumental in "catalysing an era of unprecedented national growth."

"We pay our tributes to Former Prime Minister, P. V. Narasimha Rao, on his birth anniversary. His government's far-reaching economic liberalisation policies were instrumental in catalysing an era of unprecedented national growth," Kharge said.

The Congress Chief further said that the reforms brought by Rao were pivotal in the "upliftment" and "expansion" of the middle class, and laid a foundation for a more "formidable and resilient India".

"These reforms were pivotal in the upliftment and expansion of the middle class, thereby laying a robust foundation for a more formidable and resilient India. His tenure was also distinguished by significant advancements in India's nuclear program and the initiation of several forward-thinking foreign policy endeavours, most notably the 'Look East' policy," Mallikarjun Kharge said.

"His vital role in progress and strengthening of our nation shall always be remembered," Kharge added.

Born on June 28, 1921, in Karimnagar, Telangana, and being an agriculturist and an advocate, Narasimha Rao joined politics and held some important portfolios. He was the Minister of Law and Information, 1962-64; Law and Endowments, 1964-67; Health and Medicine, 1967; and Education, 1968-71, Government of Andhra Pradesh.

Rao took over the post of the Home Minister on July 19, 1984 and was re-appointed to this post, with the additional charge of the Ministry of Planning on November 5, 1984. He was appointed as the Minister of Defence from December 31, 1984, to September 25, 1985. On September 25, 1985, he took over as the Minister of Human Resource Development.

He was India's Prime Minister from June 21, 1991, to May 16, 1996.

- ANI

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Priya S
It's heartening to see leaders across parties acknowledging Rao ji's contributions. His 'Look East' policy was visionary - today we're seeing the fruits of that with stronger ASEAN ties. More schools should teach about his governance!
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Aman W
While I respect his economic reforms, we must also remember the Babri Masjid demolition happened under his watch. Great economist, but weak on secular credentials. India needs leaders who can balance both development and social harmony.
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Shreya B
My father always says we wouldn't have smartphones or foreign brands in India if not for Rao's reforms. As a young professional, I'm grateful for the opportunities created by his policies. True statesman! 💯
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Vikram M
Interesting how both BJP and Congress are praising him today when he was sidelined by both during his lifetime. Politics makes strange bedfellows! But credit where it's due - his handling of 1991 crisis was masterful.
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Nisha Z
As a Telugu person, we're so proud that our state produced such an intellectual giant! Fluent in 17 languages, scholar, reformer - what a combination. Wish current leaders had even 10% of his knowledge and vision.

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