Vijay Shankar Chaturvedi, President of the Accredited Journalists Association and Editor of Rashtra Times, paid heartfelt tributes to former Prime Minister Late Shri Rajiv Gandhi on his death anniversary.
In his tribute message, Vijay Shankar Chaturvedi described Rajiv Gandhi as a visionary leader, a symbol of youthful thinking, and one of the chief architects of modern India. He said that Rajiv Gandhi gave a new direction to the nation in the fields of information technology, telecommunications, and modern education. His initiatives laid the foundation for India’s technological advancement and communication revolution.
He further stated that Rajiv Gandhi considered the youth as the driving force of nation-building and took several historic decisions to strengthen Indian democracy. Lowering the voting age from 21 to 18 years and empowering Panchayati Raj institutions remain shining examples of his farsighted leadership.
Vijay Shankar Chaturvedi added that Rajiv Gandhi dreamed of a self-reliant, modern, and empowered India, a vision that continues to inspire the nation even today. His life, ideals, and dedication towards the country will always remain a source of inspiration for future generations.
Concluding his message, he said:
“Rajiv Gandhi Ji’s contribution to Indian politics and nation-building will forever be remembered in golden letters. We pay our humble tribute to him.”
