New Delhi, Dec. 23 -- Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge paid his tributes to Former Prime Minister PV Narasimha Rao on his death anniversary on Tuesday.

In a post on X, Kharge wrote, "Under his leadership, India began a transformative phase of economic reforms that laid the foundation for growth and helped shape the aspirations of the middle class for generations."

He also made note of Rao's vital contributions to India's nuclear programme and landmark achievements in foreign policy, including the launch of the 'Look East' policy.

"His enduring role in strengthening India's prosperity and development will always be remembered," Kharge wrote further.

Rao (1921-2004) was India's 9th Prime Minister, serving from 1991 to 1996. A lawye...