Narendra Modi pays tributes to Jayaprakash Narayan and Nanaji Deshmukh

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi, along with other senior government officials, paid tributes to two prominent figures on their birth anniversaries on Sunday.

PM Modi honored Loknayak Jayaprakash Narayan, describing him as a figure whose appeal transcended generations and whose voice during the Emergency was a significant force for democratic consciousness. The Prime Minister stated a commitment to fulfilling Narayan’s ideals to build a ‘Viksit Bharat’. Union Home Minister Amit Shah and various state leaders also recognized Narayan’s dedication to rural empowerment and national renewal.

Additionally, the Prime Minister paid homage to social activist and politician Nanaji Deshmukh, calling him a ‘remarkable nation-builder’. Deshmukh, known for his work in education, healthcare, and rural self-reliance, was celebrated for his commitment to grassroots transformation. Amit Shah and Defence Minister Rajnath Singh also joined in the tributes, noting Deshmukh’s contributions to rural development and his role as a model of selfless service.