New Delhi, Dec. 28 -- BJP leader Ramesh Bidhuri on Sunday paid tribute to former Union Finance Minister Arun Jaitley on his birth anniversary, citing his contributions to the country and the party.

Bidhuri said that Arun Jaitley was a caring leader who guided and protected party workers.

"Today is Arun Jaitley's birth anniversary... Whether in matters of government or organisation, he was a caring leader who guided and protected party workers, took their concerns upon himself, and groomed them. The fact that the BJP is a strong force today is due to dedicated workers like Arun Jaitley, who worked tirelessly for the party's growth and development," he said.

Earlier in the day, Union Defence Minister Rajnath Singh, BJP National President...