LUCKNOW, July 6 -- On the occasion of Dr. Syama Prasad Mukherjee's birth anniversary, Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath paid floral tributes at his statue on Sunday and remembered his invaluable contributions to nation-building. Hailing him as a visionary scholar, passionate patriot, and fearless voice for national unity, the CM noted that Dr. Mukherjee, born on July 6, 1901, became the youngest Vice-Chancellor of Calcutta University at just 33, and dedicated his life to serving the country.
CM Yogi emphasized that Dr. Mukherjee's commitment to national unity and integrity remains unparalleled. He said, "His leadership during the Bengal famine earned him widespread respect, and as the Food and Industry Minister in independent India under Prim...