Remembering Mookerjee: The Lion of Indian Integrity
Union Minister JP Nadda paid tribute to Dr. Syama Prasad Mookerjee, founder of Bharatiya Jana Sangh, highlighting his contributions to India's unity. Nadda questioned the circumstances of Mookerjee's death in 1953, while Delhi CM Rekha Gupta praised his advocacy for a unified nation, underscoring his lasting impact on Indian politics.
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Union Minister and BJP national president JP Nadda commemorated the death anniversary of Dr. Syama Prasad Mookerjee, paying floral tribute at the BJP Headquarters in New Delhi. Mookerjee, a pivotal figure in Indian politics, established the Bharatiya Jana Sangh, laying the ideological foundation for the BJP.
Addressing party workers, Nadda underscored Mookerjee's contributions toward India's unity and raised questions about his mysterious death in 1953. "Mookerjee resigned from Nehru's cabinet due to ideological differences, particularly opposing Article 370," Nadda stated, pointing to the unresolved queries surrounding Mookerjee's demise in Srinagar.
Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta echoed similar sentiments, praising Mookerjee's dedication on his death anniversary. She reiterated his call for 'Ek Vidhan, Ek Samvidhan', emphasizing his pivotal role in advocating for India's integrity during a significant period in the country's history. Mookerjee's legacy endures, symbolizing a fervent commitment to national unity.
(With inputs from agencies.)
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