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Chandigarh, August 20, 2025:-The Chandigarh Pradesh Congress Committee today observed the birth anniversary of India's youngest and most dynamic Prime Minister, late Sh. Rajiv Gandhi, at the Rajiv Gandhi Congress Bhawan in Sector 35, Chandigarh. The solemn occasion was marked with floral tributes, heartfelt remembrances, and inspiring reflections on his life and contributions to the nation.
A large number of Congress leaders, workers, and supporters gathered under the leadership of H.S. Lucky, President of the Chandigarh Pradesh Congress Committee, to honor the memory of the visionary leader. The program began with the garlanding of Rajiv Gandhi's portrait, followed by a floral tribute offered collectively by senior leaders, office bearers, and party members. The atmosphere was filled with reverence as the gathering remembered the former Prime Minister's unparalleled dedication to building a modern, progressive, and technologically advanced India.
Speaking on the occasion, H.S. Lucky recalled Rajiv Gandhi's enduring legacy as the architect of India's 21st-century vision. He praised the late Prime Minister for his transformative leadership that brought about revolutionary changes in the fields of telecommunications, information technology, education, and youth empowerment. Shri Lucky highlighted that Rajiv Gandhi not only foresaw the potential of technology in nation-building but also ensured that modern tools of communication and computing reached the common citizen, laying the foundation for India's digital revolution.
He further emphasized Rajiv Gandhi's deep commitment to democratic values, decentralization of power, and people's participation in governance. Lucky further said that Rajiv was a leader who trusted the youth of this country. His initiatives, such as lowering the voting age from 21 to 18 years, demonstrated his firm belief in empowering the younger generation and making them active partners in shaping India's future.
Senior Congress leaders present at the event also spoke about Rajiv Gandhi's farsightedness in promoting Panchayati Raj institutions, which gave real power to grassroots governance, thereby strengthening democracy in India. They recalled his emphasis on education reforms, scientific innovation, and women's empowerment as cornerstones of his policies.
The gathering unanimously acknowledged that Rajiv Gandhi's vision continues to guide the Congress party in its commitment to inclusive growth, social justice, and national unity. His dream of an India that is technologically advanced yet deeply rooted in democratic values remains the guiding light for the party's work today.
The event concluded with a pledge by all members of the Chandigarh Pradesh Congress Committee to carry forward Rajiv Gandhi's vision of a strong, modern, and self-reliant India. They resolved to work tirelessly to uphold his ideals of development, connectivity, secularism, and social harmony, ensuring that his sacrifices and contributions remain etched in the hearts of every Indian.
The commemoration was not just a tribute but a reaffirmation of the Congress party's commitment to building the India of Rajiv Gandhi's dreams — an India that embraces progress, inclusivity, and innovation for all.
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