Remembering Syama Prasad Mookerjee: A Legacy of Nationalism
Prime Minister Narendra Modi paid tribute to Syama Prasad Mookerjee on his death anniversary, highlighting his pivotal role in shaping Indian nationalism. Mookerjee, a former Hindu Mahasabha leader, founded the Bharatiya Jana Sangh in 1951. He died in custody in 1953 during an integration mission in Jammu and Kashmir.
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Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday paid homage to Syama Prasad Mookerjee, marking his death anniversary with honors for his seminal role in nation-building. Modi emphasized Mookerjee's unwavering resolve in preserving India's unity.
A prominent leader with the Hindu Mahasabha, Mookerjee distanced himself from Nehru's cabinet in 1950, forging a path with the RSS to establish a nationalist party. This movement led to the creation of the Bharatiya Jana Sangh in 1951, a predecessor of the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP).
Mookerjee's unwavering stance on Kashmir's integration saw him arrested in 1953 for entering the state without a permit, a policy he vocally opposed. He passed away in custody, but his legacy in fostering Indian nationalism endures.
(With inputs from agencies.)
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