New Delhi, Dec. 3 -- Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday paid tribute to India's first President Dr Rajendra Prasad on his 141st birth anniversary, recalling his role in the freedom struggle and the Constituent Assembly.

In an X post, PM Modi hailed Dr Prasad for his simplicity and courage, saying his "service and vision continue to inspire generations."

"Tributes to Dr Rajendra Prasad Ji on his birth anniversary. From being an active participant in India's freedom struggle, presiding over the Constituent Assembly to becoming our first President, he served our nation with unmatched dignity, dedication and clarity of purpose. His long years in public life were marked by simplicity, courage and devotion to national unity. His exempl...