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Leaders Remember Arun Jaitley’s Legacy on Death Anniversary
Several Indian leaders paid tribute to Arun Jaitley on his death anniversary.
Amit Shah said Jaitley was skilled in law, speaking and administration.
Rajnath Singh praised his knowledge of the Constitution and legal matters.
S. Jaishankar remembered him as a friend and mentor.
Yogi Adityanath highlighted Jaitley’s work for nation-building.
Jaitley was a senior Bharatiya Janata Party leader, lawyer and politician.
He held important Union government posts, including Finance Minister.
He died in 2019 and received the Padma Vibhushan after his death.
Amit Shah remembered Arun Jaitley as a legal expert, speaker and administrator whose legacy will inspire young leaders.
Rajnath Singh praised Jaitley’s constitutional and legal knowledge, foresight and parliamentary contributions.
S. Jaishankar recalled Jaitley as a friend and mentor known for wisdom, warmth and public service.
Yogi Adityanath highlighted Jaitley’s role in nation-building and his sharp political and intellectual insights.
Jaitley served in several Union ministries and played a central role in implementing the Goods and Services Tax.
- Who
- Union ministers Amit Shah, Rajnath Singh and S. Jaishankar, along with Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath, paid tribute to Arun Jaitley.
- What
- They remembered Jaitley’s legal expertise, administrative work, parliamentary contributions and public service.
- Where
- The statements were posted on X; the article is datelined New Delhi.
- When
- The tributes were issued on Jaitley’s death anniversary; he died on August 24, 2019.
- Why
- The leaders commemorated Jaitley’s contributions to governance, public life, nation-building and policy initiatives.
Key facts
- Full name
- Arun Jaitley
- Lifespan
- 1952–2019
- Age at death
- 66
- Key position
- Union Finance Minister
- Major policy role
- Played a central role in implementing the Goods and Services Tax
- Civilian honour
- Posthumously awarded the Padma Vibhushan in 2020
- Political affiliation
- Senior leader of the Bharatiya Janata Party
Quotes
Rajnath Singh
Defence Minister of India
“Warmly remember Shri Arun Jaitley ji on his Punya Tithi today. A friend & mentor to so many, his wisdom, warmth, & commitment to public service continue to inspire”
thehansindia.com
“Proficient in subjects like the Constitution and law, Arun ji was a skilled administrator and an outstanding parliamentarian.”
thehansindia.com
Sources
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