On the martyrdom day of former Prime Minister Rajiv Gandhi, Congress leader Rahul Gandhi and party president Mallikarjun Kharge paid heartfelt tributes, recalling his vision for a strong and self-reliant India.
Rahul Gandhi's Tribute
In a poignant message, Rahul Gandhi wrote: "Papa, I will fulfill the responsibility of realizing the skilled, prosperous, and strong India that you dreamed of. Your teachings, your values, and your memories will always remain with me." He accompanied the post with a photo of Rajiv Gandhi.
Mallikarjun Kharge's Remembrance
Mallikarjun Kharge also shared a tribute, quoting Rajiv Gandhi: "India is an old country but a young nation… I dream of India — strong, independent, self-reliant and in the front rank of the nations of the world, in the service of mankind." Kharge added: "On his martyrdom day, we pay our deepest respects to Former Prime Minister and…"
Rajiv Gandhi, the youngest prime minister of India, served from 1984 to 1989 and was assassinated on May 21, 1991, in Sriperumbudur, Tamil Nadu. His death anniversary is observed as Anti-Terrorism Day in India.
Both leaders emphasized Rajiv Gandhi's contributions to modernizing India, particularly in technology, telecommunications, and education. They reiterated their commitment to his vision of a progressive and united nation.
