NEW DELHI: In a series of historic announcements, the government of India on Friday declared the conferment of the Bharat Ratna, the nation’s highest civilian award, on three distinguished personalities who have made indelible contributions to the country in various fields.
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Former Prime Minister Chaudhary Charan Singh, and former Prime Minister Shri PV Narasimha Rao and Dr MS Swaminathan are the esteemed recipients of this prestigious honor, recognizing their unparalleled contributions to agriculture, farmers’ welfare, nation-building, and economic reforms.
In a series of tweets, PM Modi announced the conferring of Bharat Ratna to these personalities.
Chaudhary Charan Singh: A Lifelong Advocate for Farmers’ Rights
The late Chaudhary Charan Singh, who served as the Prime Minister of India, has been posthumously honored with the Bharat Ratna for his unwavering dedication to the welfare of farmers. Throughout his political career, including terms as the chief minister of Uttar Pradesh and the home minister of India, Singh championed the cause of farmers and played a significant role in nation-building. His resistance against the Emergency and his commitment to democracy have been highlighted as sources of inspiration for the entire nation. Prime Minister Modi expressed pride in the government’s good fortune to honor Singh’s legacy and his incomparable contributions to the country.
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P.V. Narasimha Rao: Architect of Economic Liberalization
The government is also delighted to award the Bharat Ratna to Shri PV Narasimha Rao, recognizing his visionary leadership that ushered India into a new era of economic development. As a distinguished scholar and statesman, Rao’s tenure as Prime Minister was marked by significant reforms that opened India’s markets to the world, laying a solid foundation for the country’s prosperity and growth. His contributions extended beyond economic policy, enriching India’s foreign policy, language, and education sectors. Rao’s multifaceted legacy as a leader who steered India through critical transformations has been duly acknowledged.
Dr. M.S. Swaminathan: A Pioneer in Agricultural Revolution
The government has acknowledged Dr MS Swaminathan’s monumental role in transforming Indian agriculture and ensuring the country’s food security. Known as the father of the Green Revolution in India, Dr Swaminathan’s efforts in modernizing agriculture have been instrumental in achieving self-reliance in food production during critical times. His work as an innovator and mentor in encouraging research and learning among students has also been celebrated. Prime Minister Narendra Modi personally reflected on Dr Swaminathan’s visionary leadership and his close relationship with him, emphasizing the profound impact of his insights and contributions to the nation’s prosperity.
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The Modi government had earlier announced the country’s highest civilian honour for L K Advani and Karpoori Thakur.
