New Delhi, June 28 -- Prime Minister Narendra Modi, on Saturday, paid tribute to former Prime Minister PV Narasimha Rao on his 104th birth anniversary.

Taking to X, PM Modi wrote, "Remembering Shri PV Narasimha Rao Garu on his birth anniversary. India is grateful to him for his effective leadership during a crucial phase of our development trajectory."

PM Modi appreciated Rao's wisdom and scholarly nature.

"His intellect, wisdom and scholarly nature are also widely admired," the X post read.

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh also paid tribute to former Prime Minister PV Narasimha Rao on his birth anniversary.

In an X post, the Defence Minister wrote, "Remembering former Prime Minister PV Narasimha Rao Garu on his birth anniversary. He w...