Prime Minister Narendra Modi paid rich tributes on Sunday to former Rajya Sabha member and veteran political leader Rajmata Vijayaraje Scindia on her birth anniversary.
Remembered as a towering figure in Indian politics, she played a pivotal role in strengthening the Bharatiya Jana Sangh and later the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP).
Born in 1919 in present-day Madhya Pradesh, Vijayaraje Scindia was the consort of the last ruling Maharaja of Gwalior, Jiwajirao Scindia.
A woman of remarkable courage and conviction, she transitioned from royalty to public life with an unwavering commitment to national service.
She won multiple elections to both Houses of Parliament over the decades and helped found the BJP.
In a heartfelt post on X (formerly Twitter), PM Modi wrote, “Tributes to Rajmata Vijayaraje Scindia Ji on her birth anniversary. Her efforts to serve society will never be forgotten. She played a key role in strengthening the Jana Sangh and the BJP. Vijayaraje Scindia Ji was passionate about our cultural roots and always worked to protect as well as popularise them.”
The Prime Minister also shared a video message highlighting her invaluable contributions during India’s freedom struggle and her influence in post-independence politics.
PM Modi described her as ‘an idol of affection, a decisive leader, and an efficient administrator’, noting that she ‘gave direction to the nation’ at a time of great transformation.
Tributes to Rajmata Vijayaraje Scindia Ji on her birth anniversary. Her efforts to serve society will never be forgotten. She played a key role in strengthening the Jana Sangh and BJP. Vijayaraje Scindia Ji was passionate about our cultural roots and always worked to protect as… pic.twitter.com/PXP0UjUklz
— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) October 12, 2025
A Life Dedicated to Service
Reflecting on her life’s journey, PM Modi emphasised that Rajmata Scindia renounced comfort and privilege to dedicate herself entirely to the welfare of the people.
“She came from a royal family, was not short of wealth or power, but spent her entire life serving the people with motherly affection,” he said.
He added that the government remains committed to fulfilling its vision of a strong, secure, and self-reliant India through the mission of Aatmanirbhar Bharat.
“Her dream was a strong, secure and progressive India. We will fulfil her dreams through the resolution of Aatmanirbhar Bharat. Rajmata’s inspiration is with us,” PM Modi said.
Leaders Recall Her Contributions
Union Minister and former Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan also paid his respects, describing Rajmata Scindia as ‘the embodiment of affection and maternal love’.
He described her as a guiding light who dedicated her entire life to public welfare and worked to uplift the most marginalised in society.
Chouhan wrote, “The way you nurtured and strengthened the Jan Sangh and the Bharatiya Janata Party in Madhya Pradesh with a spirit of service and dedication is an inspiration for all of us workers.”
अपने जीवन का हर क्षण लोक कल्याण व अंत्योदय की उन्नति के लिए समर्पित कर देने वाली, सरलता, सहजता और संवेदनशीलता की त्रिवेणी, श्रद्धेय राजमाता विजयाराजे सिंधिया जी की जयंती पर उनके चरणों में कोटि-कोटि नमन करता हूँ!
पूज्य अम्मा महाराज जी स्नेह, वात्सल्य की प्रतिमूर्ति थीं। यह मेरा… pic.twitter.com/89Lq5aAI7d
— Shivraj Singh Chouhan (@ChouhanShivraj) October 12, 2025
Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Mohan Yadav echoed the sentiment, calling Rajmata Scindia a ‘symbol of sacrifice, compassion, and dedication’.
He added that her contributions to shaping the Jana Sangh and the BJP with the sacred aim of national service will forever inspire future generations.
त्याग, करुणा और समर्पण की प्रतीक, परम श्रद्धेय राजमाता विजयाराजे सिंधिया जी की जयंती पर उनके चरणों में सादर नमन करता हूं।
पूज्य राजमाता जी ने राष्ट्रसेवा के पावन ध्येय के साथ जनसंघ एवं भाजपा को गढ़ने में अतुलनीय योगदान दिया। उनका अद्भुत व्यक्तित्व सदैव प्रेरणा देता रहेगा। pic.twitter.com/v0AopIHXLt
— Dr Mohan Yadav (@DrMohanYadav51) October 12, 2025
Rajmata Vijayaraje Scindia’s life remains a testament to courage, conviction, and compassion — virtues that continue to guide India’s political ethos.
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