The Central Government has announced to give Bharat Ratna to former PM Narasimha Rao and Chaudhary Charan Singh and scientist MS Swaminathan. RLD chief Jayant Singh has expressed happiness over his grandfather Chaudhary Charan Singh being awarded Bharat Ratna. Reposting PM Modi’s post, he wrote, ‘Won my heart.’
The Central Government has announced to give Bharat Ratna (posthumously) to former PM Narasimha Rao, Chaudhary Charan Singh and scientist MS Swaminathan. PM Modi himself gave this information by posting on X.
Remembering Chaudhary Charan Singh, PM Modi posted on his X account, ‘It is the good fortune of our government that the former Prime Minister of the country Chaudhary Charan Singh is being honored with Bharat Ratna. This honor is dedicated to his incomparable contribution to the country. He had dedicated his entire life for the rights and welfare of farmers. Be it the Chief Minister of Uttar Pradesh or the Home Minister of the country and even as an MLA, he always gave impetus to nation building. He also stood firmly against the Emergency. His dedication to our farmer brothers and sisters and his commitment to democracy during the Emergency is inspiring to the entire country.
In fact, there was a demand for giving Bharat Ratna to RLD chief Jayant Singh’s grandfather and the messiah of farmers and former Prime Minister Chaudhary Charan Singh for a long time. Jayant Chaudhary posted on PM’s announcement and wrote, ‘Hearts won!’
PM’s post regarding Narasimha Rao
While announcing the award of Bharat Ratna to Congress leader and former Prime Minister Narasimha Rao, PM Modi said, ‘It is a pleasure to inform that our former Prime Minister Shri PV Narasimha Rao will be honored with Bharat Ratna. As a distinguished scholar and politician, Narasimha Rao served India brilliantly while holding various positions. He is equally remembered for his work as the Chief Minister of Andhra Pradesh, Union Minister and Member of Parliament and Assembly for many years. His visionary leadership was instrumental in making India economically advanced and laying a solid foundation for the country’s prosperity and development.
Delighted to share that our former Prime Minister, Shri PV Narasimha Rao Garu, will be honoured with the Bharat Ratna.
As a distinguished scholar and statesman, Narasimha Rao Garu served India extensively in various capacities. He is equally remembered for the work he did as… pic.twitter.com/lihdk2BzDU
— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) February 9, 2024
PM Modi further wrote, ‘Narasimha Rao’s tenure as Prime Minister is known for taking important steps that opened India to global markets, thereby fostering a new era of economic growth. Furthermore, his contributions to India’s foreign policy, language and education sectors underline his multifaceted legacy as a leader who not only led India through significant changes but also enriched its cultural and intellectual heritage. Did.’
Swaminathan changed Indian agriculture- Modi
Remembering eminent scientist Dr. MS Swaminathan, PM Modi wrote, ‘It is a matter of great pleasure that the Government of India has honored Dr. MS Swaminathan with Bharat Ratna for his remarkable contribution to agriculture and farmers’ welfare in our country. Has been. He played an important role in helping India achieve self-reliance in agriculture during challenging times and made excellent efforts towards modernizing Indian agriculture.’
It is a matter of immense joy that the Government of India is conferring the Bharat Ratna on Dr. MS Swaminathan Ji, in recognition of his monumental contributions to our nation in agriculture and farmers’ welfare. He played a pivotal role in helping India achieve self-reliance in… pic.twitter.com/OyxFxPeQjZ
— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) February 9, 2024
The PM further wrote, ‘We know his invaluable work as an innovator and mentor and in encouraging learning and research among many students. Dr. Swaminathan’s visionary leadership not only transformed Indian agriculture but also ensured the country’s food security and prosperity. He was someone I knew closely and I always valued his insights and inputs.
