Raksha Mantri Pays Rich Tributes to Lokmanya Bal Gangadhar Tilak on his Jayanti
Raksha Mantri Shri Rajnath Singh on Thursday paid heartfelt tributes to Lokmanya Bal Gangadhar Tilak on his Jayanti, remembering the legendary freedom fighter as a towering nationalist whose ideals continue to inspire generations of Indians.
In a message shared on social media, the Raksha Mantri recalled Tilak’s iconic declaration, “Swaraj is my birthright, and I shall have it,” describing it as a timeless mantra that awakened the spirit of freedom and patriotism among millions during India’s struggle for Independence.
Shri Rajnath Singh highlighted Lokmanya Tilak’s unwavering love for the nation, his steadfast commitment to the cause of Swaraj, and his strong advocacy of the ‘Swadeshi’ movement. He said these ideals remain a guiding force for citizens and will continue to motivate future generations to dedicate themselves to the service of the nation.
लोकमान्य बाल गंगाधर तिलक जी की जयंती पर उन्हें कोटि-कोटि नमन।उनका अमर उद्घोष, “स्वराज मेरा जन्मसिद्ध अधिकार है और मैं इसे लेकर रहूँगा”, करोड़ों भारतीयों में स्वतंत्रता और राष्ट्रभावना की चेतना जगाने वाला मंत्र बना। उनका अटूट राष्ट्रप्रेम, स्वराज के प्रति दृढ़ संकल्प और स्वदेशी पर…
— Rajnath Singh (@rajnathsingh) July 23, 2026