Nation pays tribute to Lal Bahadur Shastri on his birth anniversary
Former Prime Minister Lal Bahadur Shastri was remembered on his birth anniversary on 2 October 2025, with the Vice-President paying tribute at Vijay Ghat.
Summary
Former Prime Minister Lal Bahadur Shastri was remembered on his birth anniversary on 2 October 2025. Vice-President C. P. Radhakrishnan paid tribute at Vijay Ghat, Shastri's memorial in New Delhi, and said the call 'Jai Jawan, Jai Kisan' highlighted the bond between farmers and soldiers. Prime Minister Narendra Modi recalled Shastri's integrity, humility and decisive leadership, and called the slogan a lasting symbol of India's commitment to its soldiers and farmers.
Key facts
- Date
- 2 Oct 2025
- Memorial
- Vijay Ghat, New Delhi
- Slogan
- Jai Jawan, Jai Kisan
- Tributes
- Vice-President C. P. Radhakrishnan; PM Narendra Modi
Practice MCQs 1 questions
On 2 October 2025, the Vice-President paid tribute to Lal Bahadur Shastri at which memorial in New Delhi?
Show answer
Correct answer: C — Vijay Ghat
Vijay Ghat is Lal Bahadur Shastri's memorial; the Vice-President paid tribute there on his birth anniversary.