New Delhi [India]: Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge paid homage to former Prime Minister Lal Bahadur Shastri on his 59th death anniversary, highlighting his significant role in shaping India’s progress. Kharge praised Shastri for his simplicity and visionary leadership, which included introducing the iconic slogan “Jai Jawan, Jai Kisan” and laying the foundation of the milk revolution.
“मेरी समझ से प्रशासन का मूल विचार ये है कि समाज को एकजुट रखा जाए, ताकि वो विकास कर सके और अपने लक्ष्यों की तरफ बढ़ सके।”
— Mallikarjun Kharge (@kharge) January 11, 2025
~ लाल बहादुर शास्त्री
“जय जवान, जय किसान” के प्रेरक, महान गाँधीवादी, हमारे आदर्श, पूर्व प्रधानमंत्री लाल बहादुर शास्त्री जी की पुण्यतिथि पर हम उन्हें भावभीनी… pic.twitter.com/lmCp79LihQ
In a post on X, Kharge stated:
“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 the 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.”
Karnataka Deputy Chief Minister DK Shivakumar also joined in commemorating Shastri, emphasizing the enduring relevance of his slogan. Shivakumar noted that the message of “Jai Jawan, Jai Kisan” reflects gratitude to 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.
— DK Shivakumar (@DKShivakumar) January 11, 2025
His slogan "Jai Jawan, Jai Kisan" remains a powerful message of gratitude towards the hands that serve the country, and the legacy he… pic.twitter.com/cK8OBfIi3i
In his post on X, Shivakumar wrote:
“Paying homage to former Prime Minister Shri Lal Bahadur Shastri—the epitome of simplicity, humility, and patriotism—on his death anniversary. 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 day Shastri passed away in Tashkent, now in Uzbekistan, in 1966. A visionary leader deeply inspired by Mahatma Gandhi, Shastri’s policies and leadership left an indelible mark on India’s progress.