At State Congress headquarters workers remembered late Indira Gandhi & Sardar Patel
At the state Congress headquarters, Rajiv Bhawan, party leaders and workers remembered the late Indira Gandhi, the former Prime Minister, on her death anniversary and paid their respects. Party leaders also remembered Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel, known as the Iron Man, on his birth anniversary.
State Congress President and former MP Pratibha Singh, after offering flowers to Mrs. Indira Gandhi, said that as Prime Minister, Indira Gandhi had made a huge contribution to the country’s development and the creation of modern India. She said that Himachal will always be indebted to her because it was she who gave Himachal Pradesh the status of a full state and also fulfilled the state’s demand by paving the way for the construction of the Rohtang Tunnel from Manali for the tribal area of Lahaul Spiti. She said that Indira Gandhi sacrificed her life for the unity and integrity of the country. Today, on her death anniversary, the Congress on behalf of the state remembers her and pays heartfelt tribute.
Pratibha Singh also remembered Iron Man Vallabhbhai Patel on his birth anniversary.
Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel was a prominent leader of the Indian independence movement, the first Deputy Prime Minister and Home Minister of India. Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel was a prominent leader of the Indian independence movement, known for his unwavering commitment to national unity and his forceful leadership.
Deputy Chief Minister Mukesh Agnihotri, while paying tribute to both leaders at the gathering, said that Indira Gandhi was a great leader who distinguished herself not only nationally but also internationally. He said that she had made a significant contribution to making India self-reliant and a powerful nation. He said that from the nationalization of banks to her slogan and campaign of “Remove Poverty, Save the Country,” she gave the country a major impetus. He said that the Congress Party is proud of its leaders and respects and honors all those who have made significant contributions to the country.
Paying tribute to Sardar Patel, Mukesh Agnihotri said that Sardar Patel made a significant contribution to the freedom struggle. Today, the country is remembering him for his remarkable work. He added that the Government of India is organizing a major event in Gujarat in honor of Sardar Patel, showcasing the development stories of all states. He added that the state government will showcase the development story of Himachal Pradesh in Gujarat on November 4th.
On this occasion, Himfed Vice President Maheshwar Singh Pandu, Shimla Municipal Corporation Mayor Surendra Chauhan, Deputy Mayor Uma Kaushal, Sevadal Chief Anurag Sharma, Mahila Congress President Zainab Chandel, former MLA Adarsh Sood, Shimla Municipal Corporation Councillor, Chamber of Commerce President Harjeet Kumar Manga, Vineet Gautam, Anand Kaushal along with various former office bearers and workers of Mahila Congress, Youth Congress, Sevadal, NSUI and the party were present.