Former PMs Chaudhary Charan Singh and PV Narsimha Rao and Dr. MS Swaminathan to be conferred with Bharat Ratna

The government has announced India's highest civilian award Bharat Ratna to Former Prime Ministers PV Narasimha Rao, Chaudhary Charan Singh, and Father of Green Revolution, Dr. M S Swaminathan today. 

The announcement was made by Prime Minister Narendra Modi on his social media post.

Expressing delight over the announcement, Prime Minister Modi said PV Narasimha Rao Garu as a distinguished scholar and statesman, served India extensively in various capacities. 

He said that his visionary leadership was instrumental in making India economically advanced and laying a solid foundation for the country's prosperity and growth.

PM Modi further added that his contributions to India's foreign policy, language, and education sectors underscore his multifaceted legacy.

Remembering the contribution of former Prime Minister Chaudhary Charan Singh, Mr Modi said, the Bharat Ratna is dedicated to his incomparable contribution to the country. 

Prime Minister said, he had dedicated his entire life to the rights and welfare of farmers. 

PM Modi also lauded his stand against the Emergency and said Chaudhary Charan Singh's dedication to the farmer and his commitment to democracy is inspiring to the entire nation.

Prime Minister expressed immense joy over the announcement of Bharat Ratna to Dr. MS Swaminathan for his monumental contributions to agriculture and farmers’ welfare. 

PM Modi said he played a pivotal role in helping India achieve self-reliance in agriculture during challenging times and made outstanding efforts towards modernizing Indian agriculture. 

Recognising his invaluable work as an innovator, PM Modi said, Dr. Swaminathan’s visionary leadership has not only transformed Indian agriculture but also ensured the nation’s food security and prosperity.