Dr. Syama Prasad Mookerjee: A life devoted to India’s unity and progress
PM Modi commemorates Dr. Syama Prasad Mookerjee's 125th birth anniversary, extolling his unwavering dedication to India's indivisibility. Mookerjee's steadfastness during Partition saved West Bengal for India, and his conviction later led him to Jammu and Kashmir. He was a visionary educationist, Calcutta University's youngest Vice-Chancellor, and a pioneering Industry Minister, establishing initiatives like DVC. He founded the Bharatiya Jana Sangh, providing an alternative voice. Despite personal tragedies and political opposition, Mookerjee epitomized courage, nationalism, and selfless service, always prioritizing Indian values. His legacy inspires the youth towards a strong, united, self-confident India.
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