On the birth anniversary of former President Pranab Mukherjee, Prime Minister Narendra Modi paid homage to the late leader, saying that his statesmanship and intellectual depth profoundly shaped the nation’s course.
The Prime Minister took to Twitter to pay tribute to the former President, saying, “On his birth anniversary, I offer my tributes to former President of India, Pranab Mukherjee. His statesmanship and intellectual depth profoundly shaped the nation’s course. His wisdom and maturity were unparalleled.”
The Prime Minister’s tribute was echoed by many other leaders including President Ram Nath Kovind, Vice President Venkaiah Naidu, Defence Minister Rajnath Singh, Home Minister Amit Shah, and several other Union Ministers.
Pranab Mukherjee was the 13th President of India and served from 2012 to 2017. He was a veteran Congress leader and a five-time Member of Parliament. He was also the Finance Minister in the Manmohan Singh government from 2009 to 2012.
Mukherjee was born on 11 December 1935 in Mirati, West Bengal. He was the eldest son of freedom fighter Kamada Kinkar Mukherjee and Rajlakshmi Mukherjee. He was educated at the Suri Vidyasagar College in Birbhum and the University of Calcutta.
Mukherjee was a lawyer by profession and was associated with the Indian National Congress since 1969. He was elected to the Rajya Sabha in 1969 and was re-elected in 1975, 1981, 1993 and 1999. He was elected to the Lok Sabha in 2004 and 2009.
Mukherjee was known for his statesmanship, intellectual depth, and wisdom. He was a man of great integrity and was deeply respected by all. He was a great leader and his contribution to the nation was immense.
Mukherjee was a great orator and had a deep understanding of the Indian Constitution. He was a great scholar and had a vast knowledge of the Indian economy. He was instrumental in the implementation of several economic reforms during his tenure as the Finance Minister.
Mukherjee was a great human being and was known for his humility and simplicity. He was a man of principles and was always guided by his conscience. He was a great patriot and his love for the nation was unparalleled.
Mukherjee was a great leader and his contribution to the nation will always be remembered. His statesmanship, intellectual depth, and wisdom profoundly shaped the nation’s course. He will always be remembered as one of the greatest leaders of India.
The nation will always remember the great leader Pranab Mukherjee and his immense contribution to the nation. The Prime Minister’s tribute to the former President is a fitting tribute to a great leader.