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Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday remembered freedom fighters Lokmanya Bal Gangadhar Tilak and Chandra Shekhar Azad on their birth anniversaries, describing them as remarkable patriots whose dedication to India’s independence continues to guide the nation.
In a message posted on X, the Prime Minister hailed Lokmanya Tilak as a pioneering leader who ignited the spirit of nationalism and encouraged people to dedicate themselves to serving the country.
Tributes to Lokmanya Tilak on his birth anniversary. A towering figure of India’s freedom struggle, he awakened the spirit of nationalism and inspired generations to dedicate themselves to the service of people. Equally inspiring were his efforts to make our culture popular and…
— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) July 23, 2026
Paying tribute to Chandra Shekhar Azad, the Prime Minister said the revolutionary’s unmatched bravery and deep love for the nation secured him a distinguished place in the history of India’s freedom struggle.
Paying homage to the brave Chandra Shekhar Azad on his birth anniversary. His fearless courage and unwavering patriotism occupy a proud place in the history of India’s freedom struggle. He motivated countless young Indians to devote themselves to the nation. His resolve continues…
— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) July 23, 2026
Union Home Minister Amit Shah also honoured Lokmanya Tilak, calling him one of the foremost architects of India’s freedom movement. He said Tilak inspired young Indians while championing indigenous products, Indian languages and the country’s rich cultural traditions.
लोकमान्य बाल गंगाधर तिलक जी स्वाधीनता संग्राम के उन अग्रणी नायकों में थे, जिन्होंने आज़ादी के आंदोलन में युवाओं को संगठित और प्रेरित करने के साथ-साथ स्वभाषा, स्वदेशी और स्वसंस्कृति के लिए भी आजीवन संघर्ष किया।
“स्वराज मेरा जन्मसिद्ध अधिकार है और मैं इसे लेकर रहूँगा” उनके इस… pic.twitter.com/ZX0GZ9BTdd
— Amit Shah (@AmitShah) July 23, 2026
The Minister also paid tribute to Chandra Shekhar Azad and said the revolutionary’s unmatched bravery and deep love for the nation secured him a distinguished place in the history of India’s freedom struggle.
महान स्वाधीनता सेनानी, अमर बलिदानी चंद्रशेखर आज़ाद जी की जयंती पर उनका स्मरण कर उन्हें नमन करता हूँ।
आज़ाद जी ने मातृभूमि की स्वाधीनता को ही जीवन का एकमात्र लक्ष्य बनाकर अपना सर्वस्व राष्ट्र को समर्पित कर दिया। काकोरी ट्रेन एक्शन के माध्यम से उन्होंने ब्रिटिश हुकूमत को यह कठोर… pic.twitter.com/HKJmvWU1cX
— Amit Shah (@AmitShah) July 23, 2026
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