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Congress Leaders Pay Tribute To Lal Bahadur Shastri On 59th Death Anniversary

On Saturday, Congress leader Mallikarjun Kharge paid tribute to former Prime Minister Lal Bahadur Shastri on his 59th death anniversary, praising his role in advancing the country.

He also recognized Shastri as the inspiration behind the slogan ‘Jai Jawan, Jai Kisan’ and for initiating the milk revolution.

Taking to X, Kharge posted, “We pay our heartfelt tribute to the inspiration behind ‘Jai Jawan, Jai Kisan’, the great Gandhian, our ideal, former Prime Minister Lal Bahadur Shastri Ji on his death anniversary. He played an important role in taking the country to new heights.”

“From land reforms to laying the foundation of milk revolution, from abolishing third class in railways to the 1965 war, Shastri Ji became an inspiration to everyone with his simplicity and modest life, he always worked for the progress of the country,” he added.

Karnataka Deputy Chief Minister DK Shivakumar also paid tribute to the former Prime Minister, emphasizing that his slogan ‘Jai Jawan, Jai Kisan’ continues to be a powerful expression of gratitude toward those who serve the nation.

“Paying homage to former Prime Minister Shri Lal Bahadur Shastri- the epitome of simplicity, humility and patriotism, on his death anniversary,” Shivakumar posted on X.

He further added, “His slogan “Jai Jawan, Jai Kisan” remains a powerful message of gratitude towards the hands that serve the country, and the legacy he left behind will be honoured for generations.”

January 11 marks the death anniversary of former Prime Minister Lal Bahadur Shastri, who passed away in Tashkent, now in Uzbekistan, in 1966.

A visionary leader inspired by Mahatma Gandhi’s teachings, Shastri connected with the people and steered the country toward progress.

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