New Delhi:

Prime Minister Narendra Modi lauded the contributions of those who were awarded the Bharat Ratna Medal by President Drupadi Murmu on Saturday and paid tribute to former Prime Ministers Narasimha Rao and Charan ·Singer and other outstanding figures paid high tribute.

“Every Indian cherishes what Narasimha Rao Garu has done for our country and is proud that he has been conferred the Bharat Ratna. He has contributed greatly to the progress of our country and Extensive efforts were made for modernization. He is also known as a respected scholar and thinker. His contribution will always be cherished,” PM Modi said on X.

Every Indian cherishes what PV Narasimha Rao Garu has done for our country and is proud that he was awarded the Bharat Ratna. He has worked extensively to promote the progress and modernization of our country. He is also known as a respected scholar and thinker. His contribution… pic.twitter.com/gyZmXYTL0n

— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) March 30, 2024

He said that Mr. Singh’s Bharat Ratna Award was in recognition of his contribution to India’s development, especially agriculture and rural development.

“I believe this honor will inspire future generations to uphold the values ​​of hard work, dedication and public service that he embodied,” he said.

Chaudhary Charan Singh Ji’s ‘Bharat Ratna’ is a recognition of his contribution to the development of India, especially agriculture and rural development. I believe this honor will inspire future generations to uphold his values ​​of hard work, dedication and public service… pic.twitter.com/ujx3naWMwX

— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) March 30, 2024

The Prime Minister said that conferring the country’s highest civilian award on Kapri Thakur is a befitting tribute to a stalwart for social justice and equality.

He said Mr. Thakur was hailed as the champion of the oppressed and his contribution to the advancement of marginalized groups and his tireless struggle for the rights of backward classes had left an indelible mark on the fabric of Indian society. .

“For him, ‘Bharat Ratna’ highlighted the values ​​of inclusivity and compassion, which are fundamental to the nation’s ethos,” he said.

Karpoori Thakur Ji’s ‘Bharat Ratna’ is a fitting tribute to a stalwart who worked for social justice and equality. Known as the champion of the oppressed, he contributed to the advancement of marginalized groups and fought tirelessly for the rights of the underprivileged… pic.twitter.com/DPcfloiOcH

— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) March 30, 2024

Speaking about agronomist MS Swaminathan, Prime Minister Modi described him as a highly respected figure in the agricultural community who was widely praised for his pioneering work and research in the field of genetics and agricultural sciences.

He said: “His efforts pushed India from struggling in food production to self-sufficiency. May the title conferred on him by Bharat Ratna inspire more people to engage in research in agriculture and food security.”

Dr MS Swaminathan is a highly respected figure in the agricultural community and is widely acclaimed for his pioneering work and research in the fields of genetics and agricultural sciences. His efforts propelled India from struggling in food production to becoming self-sufficient. May Bharat Ratna… pic.twitter.com/GpaaMtjXA8

— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) March 30, 2024

Four great men were posthumously awarded this honor. Their families honored them with this honor.

Veteran BJP leader LK Advani is the only living recipient of this year’s honor.

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