Nation Remembers Rajiv Gandhi: A Tribute to India's Youngest Prime Minister

On Wednesday, Prime Minister Narendra Modi led the nation in paying tribute to the late Rajiv Gandhi, commemorating his birth anniversary. Modi expressed his respects on 'X', highlighting the enduring legacy of the former Prime Minister who guided India during a transformative period.

Congress MP Priyanka Gandhi Vadra, along with family members, paid their respects at Veer Bhumi in New Delhi. Priyanka Gandhi emphasized the compassionate values and patriotism inherited from her father, pledging to uphold these ideals. Congress leaders, including president Mallikarjun Kharge, also joined in honoring Rajiv Gandhi's contributions to India.

Mallikarjun Kharge marked the occasion on 'X', designating the day as "Sadbhavana Diwas" to honor Gandhi's memory. Kharge praised Rajiv Gandhi's pivotal role in leading India into the 21st century, particularly through his contributions to technology and economic modernization that sparked an IT revolution.

(With inputs from agencies.)