Jagdish Tytler Remembers Rajiv Gandhi on His 35th Death Anniversary
Rajiv Gandhi a humane person, country needed him: Jagdish Tytler

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On the 35th death anniversary of former Prime Minister Rajiv Gandhi, Congress leader Jagdish Tytler praised him as a deeply humane leader whose contributions were vital for the country. Tytler highlighted the unmatched leadership qualities of Gandhi and expressed confidence in Rahul Gandhi's potential to lead the Congress party effectively.
- 01Jagdish Tytler described Rajiv Gandhi as one of the most humane leaders he worked with, stating, 'I never saw such a humane person in my life.'
- 02Tytler emphasized that Rajiv Gandhi's leadership was unmatched compared to other Prime Ministers he had worked with.
- 03Sonia Gandhi, Mallikarjun Kharge, and other Congress leaders paid floral tributes to Rajiv Gandhi at Vir Bhumi in New Delhi.
- 04Kharge credited Rajiv Gandhi with significant reforms, including lowering the voting age to 18 and advancing technology in India.
- 05Rajiv Gandhi became India's youngest Prime Minister at age 40, serving from October 1984 until December 1989.
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On Thursday, Congress leader Jagdish Tytler commemorated the 35th death anniversary of former Prime Minister Rajiv Gandhi, calling him one of the most humane leaders he had encountered. Tytler expressed that Gandhi's leadership was unparalleled and lamented his untimely departure, stating, 'the country needed him.' He reflected on his experiences working with multiple Prime Ministers, asserting that none matched Gandhi's qualities. Tytler also addressed comparisons between Rajiv and Rahul Gandhi, acknowledging their distinct leadership styles while expressing confidence in Rahul's potential to lead the Congress party effectively. Earlier, prominent Congress figures, including Sonia Gandhi and Mallikarjun Kharge, paid tribute to Rajiv Gandhi at Vir Bhumi in New Delhi. Kharge described Gandhi as a 'remarkable son of India,' highlighting his transformative reforms such as lowering the voting age and advancing technology. Rajiv Gandhi, who became India's youngest Prime Minister at 40, served from October 1984 until December 1989 before his assassination in 1991.
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