Nanaji Deshmukh is widely admired and respected as one of the most towering public figures of India. His contribution to the nation is invaluable.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi has repeatedly paid rich tributes to Nanaji and highlighted aspects of his personality that are extremely inspiring.
Shri Narendra Modi said about Nanaji Deshmukh, “He was a paragon of simplicity, dedication and service who was blessed with exceptional organizational skill.”
The Prime Minister has repeatedly spoken about Nanaji Deshmukh’s pioneering work in the field of rural development. He recalled the decision taken by Nanaji to quit active politics and focusing on nation building through social service.
Other virtues of Nanajithat Shri Narendra Modi highlighted include his ability to forge political consensus, the passion with which he motivated so many youngsters to work for the nation and how he drew several industrialists to contribute towards social causes.
Here is a speech from October 2014 where Shri Modi speaks at length about Nanaji Deshmukh and the great personality that he was.
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