Congress, Rahul Gandhi remember Rajiv Gandhi on his 34th death anniversary: ‘His visionary interventions instrumental in…’

The Congress on Wednesday paid rich tributes to former prime minister Rajiv Gandhi on his 34th death anniversary with party chief Mallikarjun Kharge saying his visionary and courageous interventions were instrumental in preparing India for the challenges and opportunities of the 21st century.

Kharge and former party chief Rahul Gandhi also paid floral tributes to Rajiv Gandhi at his memorial at Vir Bhumi.

In a post in Hindi on X, Rahul Gandhi said, “Papa, your memories guide me at every step. My resolution is to make your unfulfilled dreams come true – and I will do so.”

Paying homage to Rajiv Gandhi, Kharge said he was a great son of India and inspired hope among millions of Indians.

“His visionary and courageous interventions were instrumental in preparing India for the challenges and opportunities of the 21st Century,” Kharge said in his post on X.

“These include lowering the voting age to 18, strengthening Panchayati Raj, spearheading the Telecom and IT revolution, implementing a computerisation programme, securing sustained peace accords, launching a universal immunisation program, and introducing a new education policy focused on inclusive learning,” he said.

“Our deepest respects to the Former PM, Bharat Ratna, Rajiv Gandhi on his martyrdom day,” Kharge added.

 

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