Prez, PM pay tributes to former PM Lal Bahadur Shastri on his birth anny

New Delhi:President Ram Nath Kovind and Prime Minister Modi on Friday paid floral tributes to former PM Lal Bahadur Shastri on his birth anniversary at his memorial Vijay Ghat here.

Taking to twitter President Kovind, in his message on Shastri ji's birth anniversary, said ,''Today we remember former Prime Minister  Lal Bahadur Shastri on his birth anniversary. A great son of India, he served our nation with exceptional dedication. 

His fundamental role in the Green Revolution, the White Revolution and wartime leadership continue to inspire the nation.''

Taking to twitter on the occasion of Shastri ji's birth anniversary, the PM said, ''Lal Bahadur Shastri Ji was humble and firm. He epitomised simplicity and lived for the welfare of our nation.We remember him on his Jayanti with a deep sense of gratitude for everything he has done for India.''

PM also shared a small video clip , a photo story showing excerpts from former PM's life and moments.(UNI)