PM Modi, Vice President and other leaders remember freedom fighter Lala Lajpat Rai on his birth anniversary

New Delhi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi paid tribute to freedom fighter Lala Lajpat Rai on his birth anniversary on Thursday saying that his contribution to the freedom struggle is indelible and inspires people across generations.

In a tweet, Prime Minister Narendra Modi said, “Remembering the great Lala Lajpat Rai Ji on his Jayanti. His contribution to India’s freedom struggle is indelible and inspires people across generations.”

I pay my humble tributes to the legendary freedom fighter and true nationalist, ‘Punjab Kesari’ Lala Lajpat Rai on his birth anniversary today. #LalaLajpatRai through his remarkable oratory and stimulating writings inspired many Indians to join the freedom struggle. pic.twitter.com/nhwHn6kKY1

— Vice President of India (@VPSecretariat) January 28, 2021

Homage to ‘Punjab Kesari’ Lala Lajpat Rai on his birth anniversary. His deep love for the motherland, and the great spirit of patriotism, is an inspiration for generations to come

— Mamata Banerjee (@MamataOfficial) January 28, 2021

My tribute to the great freedom fighter Shri #LalaLajpatRai Ji on his birth anniversary. pic.twitter.com/CRzuZlRJsM

— Ravi Shankar Prasad (@rsprasad) January 28, 2021

Humble tributes to one of the prominent leaders of our freedom movement, Punjab Kesari Lala Lajpat Rai ji on his birth anniversary. His role during the independence movement, his courage and sacrifices will continue to inspire generations to come.

— Ashok Gehlot (@ashokgehlot51) January 28, 2021

“Honest differences, controversial discussions and criticism of public men by public men, are absolutely necessary for the healthy growth and progress of nationalism. “ – Lala Lajpat Rai pic.twitter.com/iXTACzmLRX

— Shashi Tharoor (@ShashiTharoor) January 28, 2021

Humble tributes to great freedom fighter and patriot, Punjab Kesari #LalaLajpatRai on his birth anniversary. He was a nationalist and a great exponent of Swadeshi movement. His deep love for the country and sacrifice continue to inspire. pic.twitter.com/QnOgIlYRdX

— Naveen Patnaik (@Naveen_Odisha) January 28, 2021

Born on January 28, 1865, Lala Lajpat Rai played a pivotal role in the Indian Independence movement. He was one of the three in the Lal Bal Pal trio namely Lala Lajpat Rai, Bal Gangadhar Tilak and Bipin Chandra Pal – social reformers and freedom fighters who helped India gain independence from the British rule.