Archive · 23 Jul 2026
PM Modi honors Tilak and Azad on birth anniversary
Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Home Minister Amit Shah honored Bal Gangadhar Tilak and Chandra Shekhar Azad on their birth anniversary.
Tilak, known as 'Lokmanya', was a key figure in India's freedom struggle, inspiring nationalism and cultural pride.
Azad, a revolutionary, restructured the Hindustan Republican Association and fought against British rule.
Both leaders' contributions are celebrated for their enduring impact on India's independence movement.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi paid tributes to Bal Gangadhar Tilak and Chandra Shekhar Azad on their birth anniversary.
Tilak was a key figure in India's freedom struggle, known as 'Lokmanya' and part of the Lal-Bal-Pal triumvirate.
Azad restructured the Hindustan Republican Association into the Hindustan Socialist Republican Association.
Modi highlighted their contributions to nationalism and inspiration for future generations.
Amit Shah called Tilak a pioneering hero and noted his cultural and linguistic contributions.
- Who
- Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Union Home Minister Amit Shah
- What
- Paid tributes to Bal Gangadhar Tilak and Chandra Shekhar Azad on their birth anniversary
- When
- July 23
- Where
- New Delhi
- Why
- To honor their contributions to India's freedom struggle and inspire future generations
Government Perspective
Historical Perspective
Significance of Tilak and Azad
Government Perspective
PM Modi highlights their contributions to India's freedom struggle and their enduring inspiration.
Historical Perspective
Historians emphasize their roles in mobilizing youth and reshaping the independence movement.
- Bal Gangadhar Tilak
- Born July 23, 1856, known as 'Lokmanya', part of Lal-Bal-Pal triumvirate.
- Chandra Shekhar Azad
- Born July 23, 1906, restructured HRA into HSRA, known for fearless courage.
- PM Modi's Tribute
- Paid homage on social media, highlighting their nationalism and inspiration.
- Amit Shah's Tribute
- Called Tilak a pioneering hero, noted his cultural and linguistic contributions.
- Tilak's Quote
- 'Swaraj is my birthright, and I shall have it.'