PM Modi praised Congress leader Kamaraj; said, 'He is an inspiration for all of us'

Posted on 15th Jul 2025 02:40 pm by rohit kumar

Prime Minister Narendra Modi today paid tribute to the great hero of the freedom struggle and former Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu K. Kamaraj on his birth anniversary.

 

Sharing an emotional message on his official X handle, PM Modi recalled Kamaraj's contribution to the freedom movement and his dedication to society.

 

He wrote, "I pay tribute to K. Kamaraj on his birth anniversary. Kamaraj, a leading warrior of the freedom struggle, provided invaluable leadership in the early years after independence. His high ideals and dedication to social justice are a source of inspiration for all of us."

 

Kamaraj was called the 'kingmaker'. He left his indelible mark on the politics of not only Tamil Nadu but the entire country. His simplicity, honesty, and loyalty to the people are still an example for leaders.

 

Who was K. Kamaraj?

 

K. Kamaraj's full name is Kumaraswami Kamaraj. He was born on 15 July 1903 in Virudhunagar. He was a member of the Lok Sabha from 1952 to 1954 and from 1969 to 1975. Apart from this, he was also a member of the Madras Legislative Assembly from 1954 to 1967.

 

Kamaraj became the Chief Minister of Madras State in 1954. He remained in this post till 1963. Later, in the interest of the party, he resigned from the post of CM and started strengthening the organization.

 

Kamaraj also got a chance to become the Prime Minister twice, but he refused to become the Prime Minister. He wanted to strengthen the party. He was the President of Congress from 1964 to 1967.

Other news

Alia Bhatt: Alia Bhatt's former personal assistant arrested, accused of withdrawing lakhs from the actress's account

Bollywood actress Alia Bhatt's former personal assistant Vedika Prakash Shetty has been arrested

Who is Alia Bhatt's former PA Vedika Prakash Shetty, accused of fraud of Rs 77 lakh; arrested

Juhu police has arrested Bollywood actress Alia Bhatt's former personal assistant (PA) Vedika Pra

Maharashtra: MNS rally against traders' protest, police detain activists

In response to the protest by traders against the slapping of a food stall owner in Maharashtra,

Virat Kohli: Virat Kohli broke his silence on retirement from Tests, told the reason; also gave a statement on his friendship with Yuvraj

Indian cricket team captain Virat Kohli has broken his silence for the first time on his decision

Vijay Deverakonda: 'I am not single'; Vijay confessed his relationship for the first time, there are dating rumours with Rashmika

South Industry's well-known actor Vijay Deverakonda is once again in the headlines for his person

Bharat Bandh 2025: Bharat Bandh today... What will be the impact on railway, bus, bank, and postal services? Understand everything in 10 points.

A joint platform of 10 central trade unions across the country has announced a 'Bharat Bandh' tod

On Deepika Padukone's demand for 8 hours shift after she was out of 'Spirit', Ram Gopal Varma said- 'Right to refuse...'

In the glamorous film industry, stars do not have any fixed time for shooting. Some have to shoot

'Towel, knife and hair clip...' An Army officer going home on leave helped a woman deliver a baby at the railway station, the Army Chief honoured him

Army Chief General Upendra Dwivedi recently praised a soldier, knowing the reason behind which yo

The Revolutionaries: The call of revolution will resonate in every heart, the first look of Bhuvan Bam starrer 'The Revolutionaries' released

Once again, the story of the freedom revolution will be seen. Prime Video has announced its new p

Delhi Bomb Threat: Threat to bomb not two but three schools, panic created, police team reached the spot

Three schools in Delhi have received bomb threats. This threat has been sent to the schools by ma