PM Modi, LS Speaker, ministers pay tributes to Savarkar on his birth anniversary
Several Union ministers and MPs also joined the PM in paying tributes to Savarkar in the Central Hall.
PremiumOn the occasion of VD Savarkar's birth anniversary, Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla, various Union ministers, and Members of Parliament gathered in the Central Hall of the old Parliament building.
They offered floral tributes to VD Savarkar's portrait. Later, Prime Minister Modi inaugurated the new Parliament building and also paid his respects to Savarkar's portrait in the Central Hall.
Several Union ministers and MPs also joined the PM in paying tributes to Savarkar in the Central Hall.
In a tweet in Hindi, Home Minister Amit Shah paid homage to Savarkar, saying he ignited the lamp of patriotism in the hearts of innumerable Indians with his thoughts.
"The patriotism, sacrifice and dedication of Veer Savarkar ji is praiseworthy and will continue to inspire the people of the country for ages," he said.
Born in Maharashtra in 1883, VD Savarkar is revered as a significant figure, particularly among political parties and organizations that adhere to Hindutva ideology. He is regarded as a hero by those who espouse such views.
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