New Delhi :Â Prime Minister Narendra Modi commemorated the birth anniversary of former Prime Minister PV Narasimha Rao, lauding his leadership and pivotal role in shaping India’s economic reforms. Rao, born in 1921, served as Prime Minister following the assassination of Rajiv Gandhi in 1991, leading the nation through a transformative period marked by significant policy changes.
In a tribute shared on social media platform X, Prime Minister Narender Modi remarked, “He is remembered for his leadership and wisdom. It is our Government’s honour that we conferred the Bharat Ratna on him earlier this year, recognising his rich contribution to our nation.”
I pay homage to former PM Shri PV Narasimha Rao Garu on his birth anniversary. He is remembered for his leadership and wisdom. It is our Government’s honour that we conferred the Bharat Ratna on him earlier this year, recognising his rich contribution to our nation.
— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) June 28, 2024
Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge also paid homage to the former Prime Minister, emphasizing Rao’s pivotal role in shaping India’s economic landscape. In his tribute on X, Kharge highlighted, “Our tribute to former Prime Minister, PV Narasimha Rao on his birth anniversary,” underscoring Rao’s leadership in initiating economic liberalization that spurred growth, expanded the middle class, and strengthened the nation’s resilience.
Our tribute to Former Prime Minister, P. V. Narasimha Rao on his birth anniversary.
His government's Economic Liberalisation ignited an era of growth, uplifting and expanding the middle class and paving the way for a stronger, more resilient nation.
His tenure was marked by… pic.twitter.com/D5OVls9P1Q
— Mallikarjun Kharge (@kharge) June 28, 2024
Kharge further reflected on Rao’s tenure, noting significant milestones in India’s nuclear program and innovative foreign policy initiatives, including the ‘Look East’ policy. He concluded, “His vital role in the progress of our nation shall always be cherished.”
PV Narasimha Rao’s contributions continue to be remembered and honored across political spectrums for their profound impact on India’s economic and strategic trajectory.
This article reflects on the commemoration of PV Narasimha Rao’s birth anniversary, highlighting tributes from Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge, underscoring Rao’s leadership and transformative legacy in Indian politics and economics.