Birth Anniversary

July 23, 2026 8:30 AM

PM Modi pays tributes to Lokmanya Tilak, Chandra Shekhar Azad on their birth anniversary

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday paid tributes to freedom fighters Lokmanya Bal Gangadhar Tilak and Chandra Shekhar Azad on their birth anniversaries, praising their contributions to India's freedom struggle and saying their spirit of nationalism continues to inspire generations. Born on July 23, 1856, Bal Gangadhar Tilak, popularly known as "Lokmanya", was a leading nationalist and a key member of the Lal-Bal-Pal trio. He played a pivotal role in India's independence movement through h...

April 14, 2026 9:50 AM

“Efforts towards nation-building deeply motivating”: PM Modi pays tribute to Baba Saheb Ambedkar on his 135th birth anniversary

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday paid tribute to the architect of the Indian Constitution, Dr B.R. Ambedkar, on his birth anniversary, recalling his contributions to nation-building that continue to inspire generations. In a post on X, the Prime Minister said, “Tributes to Dr Babasaheb Ambedkar on his birth anniversary. His efforts towards nation-building are deeply motivating. His life and work continue to inspire generations to build a just and progressive society.” Dr B.R. Ambedk...

November 28, 2025 5:48 PM

Om Birla pays tribute to G. V. Mavalankar, first Speaker of Lok Sabha, on his birth anniversary

Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla on Thursday paid floral tributes to Ganesh Vasudev Mavalankar, the first Speaker of the Lok Sabha, at the Central Hall of Samvidhan Sadan on his birth anniversary. Deputy Chairman of the Rajya Sabha Harivansh, Members of Parliament, former MPs, Secretary-General of the Lok Sabha Utpal Kumar Singh, and other dignitaries also participated in the tribute ceremony. Mavalankar, born on November 27, 1888, in Baroda (present-day Gujarat), played a seminal role in shaping In...

October 31, 2025 10:05 AM

Grand cultural performances to mark 150th birth anniversary of Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel

The Union Ministry of Culture will present a series of grand cultural performances to commemorate the 150th birth anniversary of Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel on Rashtriya Ekta Diwas, to be celebrated on Friday. Prime Minister Narendra Modi will be the Chief Guest at the national event, which will pay tribute to the Iron Man of India and highlight the enduring spirit of Ek Bharat Shreshtha Bharat. The highlight of the celebrations will be a grand dance choreography titled “Loh Purush Namastubhyam�...

July 19, 2025 12:33 PM

‘Symbol of courage and patriotism’: PM Modi remembers Mangal Pandey on birth anniversary

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday paid rich tributes to freedom fighter Mangal Pandey on his birth anniversary, describing him as a "pioneering warrior" who stood up to British rule and remains a symbol of courage and patriotism. In a post on X, PM Modi said, "Heartfelt tributes to the great freedom fighter Mangal Pandey on his birth anniversary. He was a pioneering warrior of the country who challenged British rule. His story of courage and valour will continue to be a source of inspira...

July 15, 2025 12:39 PM

PM Modi pays tribute to K. Kamaraj on his birth anniversary

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday paid homage to K. Kamaraj on his birth anniversary. In a post on X, PM Modi said, “Paying homage to Thiru K. Kamaraj Ji on his birth anniversary. He was at the forefront of India’s freedom struggle and provided invaluable leadership in the formative years of our journey after Independence. His noble ideals and emphasis on social justice inspire us all greatly.” Kumaraswami Kamaraj was born in Tamil Nadu on July 15, 1903. He was elected unopposed to...

July 6, 2025 10:16 AM

PM Modi pays tribute to Syama Prasad Mookerjee on his birth anniversary

Prime Minister Narendra Modi paid tribute to Dr. Syama Prasad Mookerjee on his birth anniversary on Sunday, describing him as the "immortal son of the nation" and lauding his lifelong dedication to India’s unity, pride, and development. In a post on X, PM Modi said, "A heartfelt tribute to the immortal son of the nation, Dr. Syama Prasad Mookerjee, on his birth anniversary. He sacrificed his life to protect the honour, dignity, and pride of the country. His ideals and principles are invaluabl...

September 9, 2024 7:55 PM

Nepal Celebrates 111th Birth Anniversary of First Elected PM BP Koirala

The 111th birth anniversary of BP Koirala, the first elected Prime Minister of Nepal, is being celebrated by organising numerous events across Nepal today. He led the establishment of the Nepali National Congress in 1946 AD during his exile in India to end the then autocratic Rana regime. After the success of the 2007 revolution, BP became the home minister in the Rana-Congress government led by Mohan Shamsher. B P Koirala became the first elected Prime Minister after the Congress won a two-thir...