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YSRCP chief YS Jagan Mohan Reddy honored former PM PV Narasimha Rao on his 104th birth anniversary, calling him a transformative economic reformer. Rao, posthumously awarded the Bharat Ratna earlier this year, served as India's first Telugu PM from 1991-1996. His tenure is credited with dismantling the License Raj and liberalizing India's economy. Reddy praised Rao's visionary leadership in reshaping the nation's economic landscape.

Key Points: Jagan Mohan Reddy Honors Bharat Ratna PV Narasimha Rao Birth Anniversary

  • YS Jagan Mohan Reddy hails Narasimha Rao's economic legacy
  • Rao posthumously awarded Bharat Ratna in 2024
  • Served as India's first Telugu PM from 1991-1996
  • Credited with dismantling License Raj
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A visionary who transformed the country's economic condition: YS Reddy pays tribute to Narasimha Rao on his birth anniversary

YSRCP chief YS Jagan Mohan Reddy pays tribute to former PM Narasimha Rao, praising his economic reforms on his 104th birth anniversary.

"The visionary who transformed the country's economic condition with reforms, Bharat Ratna PV Narasimha Rao. – YS Jagan Mohan Reddy"

Amaravathi, June 28

YSR Congress Party (YSRCP) chief YS Jagan Mohan Reddy on Saturday paid tribute to former Prime Minister PV Narasimha Rao on his 104th birth anniversary.

Former Andhra Chief Minister Reddy remembered Bharat Ratna PV Narasimha Rao as a visionary leader who revolutionised India's economic landscape through his reforms.

In an X post, the Reddy wrote, "The visionary who transformed the country's economic condition with reforms, Bharat Ratna PV Narasimha Rao. On the occasion of the birth anniversary of PV, who provided numerous remarkable services to the nation as India's first Telugu Prime Minister, we pay our tributes.'

Former Prime Minister PV Narasimha Rao was posthumously conferred with the Bharat Ratna, India's highest civilian award, by President Droupadi Murmu on March 30, 2024.

Born on June 28, 1921, in Karimnagar, Telangana, as an agriculturist and an advocate, Narasimha Rao entered politics and held several important portfolios. He served as 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, the ninth Prime Minister of India, assumed office in June 1991 and stayed in power till May 1996. He is credited with bringing many economic reforms to the country, particularly for dismantling the License Raj.

Rao took over the post of 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 the Chief Minister of Andhra Pradesh from 1971 to 1973 and General Secretary of the All India Congress Committee from 1975 to 1976.

- ANI

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Shreya B
While I respect his economic contributions, we must also remember how he was treated by his own party after losing power. The Bharat Ratna came too late - he deserved this recognition when he was alive. Such is Indian politics!
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Arjun K
As a Telugu person, we're proud that our state produced such an intellectual giant. He spoke 17 languages! His leadership during the economic crisis showed real courage. Today's politicians should learn from his statesmanship.
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Priya S
My father always says we wouldn't have smartphones or foreign brands in India if not for Rao's reforms. The 1991 changes were painful but necessary. Bharat Ratna is fitting honor for this unsung hero of modern India.
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Michael C
As an economics student from abroad studying in India, I'm amazed how Rao-Manmohan Singh duo transformed a closed economy into a global player within years. Their reforms are case studies in top universities worldwide.
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Kavya N
Interesting that Jagan Reddy is praising Rao now when his father opposed many reforms back then. But better late than never to recognize this great leader's contributions. His quiet diplomacy also strengthened India's global position.

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