Lala Lajpat Rai Birth Anniversary: Tributes pour in on the Punjab Kesari

Lala Lajpat Rai was one of India’s most celebrated freedom fighters. He was part of the famous radical trio Lal Bal Pal. He had advocated the Swadeshi movement in India. He had also called for boycott of all imported goods and the use of Indian made goods.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi today paid tributes to freedom fighter Lala Lajpat Rai on his birth anniversary and stated that tales of his commitment towards nation will always inspire countrymen.

Taking to Twitter, the Prime Minister wrote: "Salute to the brave son of mother India, Punjab Kesari Lala Lajpat Rai on his birth anniversary. His saga of sacrificing his life for the independence of the country will always inspire the countrymen."

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh also remembered Rai as an exceptional leader and mention while paying tribute to the leader.

"I bow to great freedom fighter and a true nationalist, Lala Lajpat Rai on his jayanti. The nation pays heartfelt tributes to Lalaji, an exceptional leader and mentor, for his immense contribution to India's freedom struggle", Singh tweeted.

Rajasthan Chief Minister Ashok Gehlot also paid tribute to the great freedom fighter. Taking to Twitter the Rajasthan CM said: "Tributes to one of the most prominent leaders of our freedom movement, Punjab Kesari, LalaLajpat Rai on his birth anniversary. His life and sacrifices for our independence would always be an inspiration."

Punjab CM paying tribute to Rai tweeted: "Remembering one of our greatest freedom fighter and Punjab Kesari LalaLajpat Rai on his birth anniversary. He ignited the spark of 'Purna Swaraj' and patriotism amongst young men by his writings and led the fight against Britishers.

Lala Lajpat Rai, popularly known as Punjab Kesari played a pivotal role in India's Independence movement.