The Rashtriya Lok Dal (RLD) on Tuesday paid rich tributes to former Prime Minister and iconic farmer leader Chaudhary Charan Singh on his 123rd birth anniversary. The commemorative event was held at the party's state headquarters in Lucknow, blending solemn remembrance with a forward-looking discussion on his political legacy.
Floral Tributes and Religious Observances
The day's proceedings began with religious rituals and floral offerings at the party office. Senior leaders, including state president Dr. Ramashish Rai, national general secretary Anil Dubey, and national secretary Vijay Shrivastava, led the party's office-bearers and workers in paying homage. The leadership also visited the statue of Chaudhary Charan Singh at the Vidhan Bhavan to offer floral tributes, underscoring his lasting stature in the state's political landscape.
Seminar on Enduring Relevance
A key highlight of the anniversary was a seminar organized at the party office. Conducted by State Media In-Charge Mayank Trivedi, the discussion revolved around the theme 'Relevance of Chaudhary Charan Singh's Ideology and Policies in the Present Scenario'.
In his address, Dr. Ramashish Rai eulogized Charan Singh as a powerful voice for farmers, rural India, and social justice. He emphasized how the former PM's life was dedicated to uplifting the agrarian community. Echoing these sentiments, Anil Dubey highlighted Charan Singh's commitment to principled and honest politics and his lifelong mission to protect farmers, whom he considered the nation's backbone.
Call to Carry Legacy Forward
National secretary Vijay Shrivastava stressed the crucial need to take Charan Singh's ideology to the masses. The seminar served as a platform to reflect on how his policies concerning agricultural welfare and equitable development remain critically applicable in contemporary India. The event concluded with a resolve among party workers to champion the causes he stood for, ensuring his vision continues to guide the political discourse concerning India's farmers.
