Lal Bahadur Shastri Jayanti 2024 Know More About Him
By: Komal Das
On October 2nd of every year, India celebrates Lal Bahadur Shastri Jayanti
Shastri, remembered as an outstanding statesman and leader, coincides with Mahatma Gandhi's birthday, in whose honor this day is also celebrated as Gandhi Jayanti
Lal Bahadur Shastri was the third Prime Minister of India, and he is cherished for his modesty, simplicity, and commitment to the country
Millions of people are still moved by his contribution to India, particularly in difficult times like the 1965 Indo-Pak War, and by his slogan, "Jai Jawan, Jai Kisan"
The year 2024 marks his 120th birth anniversary
Lal Bahadur Shastri was born in Mughalsarai, Uttar Pradesh on October 2, 1904
Shastri played a vital role in the Indian independence movement and succeeded Jawaharlal Nehru as prime minister
His premature death in Tashkent in 1966 under strange circumstances is still up for discussion and inquiry