Raksha Mantri pays tribute to Jayaprakash Narayan on his jayanti, hails his legacy of Democratic struggle
On the Jayanti of revered freedom fighter and social reformer “Loknayak” Jayaprakash Narayan, India’s Raksha Mantri Shri Rajnath Singh paid heartfelt tributes, recalling his immense contribution to the nation’s democratic values and social justice.
In a post on ‘X’, RM highlighted Jayaprakash Narayan’s unwavering commitment to truth, justice and democracy. Often remembered as the “Loknayak” or “Leader of the People,” Jayaprakash Narayan played a vital role in India’s independence movement and later emerged as a towering moral force in Indian politics, especially during the turbulent period of the Emergency (1975-77). His advocacy for a “Total Revolution” called for sweeping changes in the social, political, and economic fabric of the nation, galvanizing masses across the country.
Raksha Mantri Shri Rajnath Singh said Jayaprakash Narayan’s legacy continues to inspire generations to stand up against injustice and work towards a more equitable and democratic society.
महान स्वतंत्रता सेनानी, ‘लोकनायक’ जयप्रकाश नारायण की जयंती पर उन्हें कोटि-कोटि नमन। जयप्रकाश जी ने अपने त्याग, संघर्ष और सिद्धांतों से राष्ट्र को लोकतंत्र की सच्ची भावना का मार्ग दिखाया। आपातकाल के दौर में उनका ‘संपूर्ण क्रांति’ का आह्वान अन्याय और दमन के विरुद्ध जनशक्ति का…
— Rajnath Singh (@rajnathsingh) October 11, 2025