Nation pays homage to Babu Jagjivan Ram on his death anniversary

Nation pays homage to veteran leader Babu Jagjivan Ram on his death anniversary today.A host of dignitaries and common man are paying their respects to the great freedom fighter and administrator at Samta Sthal near Rajghat in New Delhi.

Throughout his political carrier spanning over 50 years, Jagjivan Ram strove for a just and egalitarian society. His political legacy reminds us of the fervour, idealism



and indomitable spirit of India's political leadership that not only fought and won freedom for the country but also led the firm foundation for a modern democratic polity.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi today paid tributes to former Deputy Prime Minister Babu Jagjivan Ram on his death anniversary. In a tweet, Mr Modi said, Babu Jagjivan Ram constantly worked for the welfare of the underprivileged and the marginalized.