PM Modi Pays Tribute To PV Narasimha Rao On Birth Anniversary

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday paid tribute to former Prime Minister PV Narasimha Rao on his birth anniversary, describing him as a leader who made enduring contributions to India’s progress during one of the nation’s most transformative periods.

In a post on X, the Prime Minister said Rao played a pivotal role in shaping modern India through his visionary leadership and administrative skills. He also praised him as a distinguished scholar with profound knowledge of India’s rich and diverse cultural heritage.

Tributes to former Prime Minister Shri PV Narasimha Rao Ji on his birth anniversary. He made enduring contributions to India’s progress during a critical phase of our nation’s history. He made a mark as an able administrator. He was also a distinguished scholar, blessed with…

— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) June 28, 2026

PV Narasimha Rao served as Andhra Pradesh’s Chief Minister from 1971 to 1973 before becoming India’s ninth Prime Minister, leading the country from 1991 to 1996 during a period of significant economic and political challenges.

Widely regarded as the architect of India’s economic liberalisation, Rao introduced sweeping reforms that dismantled the Licence Raj, opened the economy to global markets and laid the foundation for sustained economic growth.

PV Narasimha Rao’s tenure also witnessed major advancements in foreign policy, strategic affairs and governance, including the ‘Look East’ policy, leaving a lasting legacy that continues to shape India’s economic development and global standing.

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