New Delhi, July 6 -- Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday paid tributes to Syama Prasad Mookerjee, the founder of Bharatiya Jana Sangh, the predecessor of BJP, on his 119th birth anniversary. "I bow to Dr Syama Prasad Mookerjee on his Jayanti. A devout patriot, he made exemplary contributions towards India's development. He made courageous efforts to further India's unity. His thoughts and ideals give strength to millions across the nation," tweeted the Prime Minister. Paying homage, Vice-President M Venkaiah Naidu said Mookerjee was "a great patriot who fought relentlessly to preserve national unity and total integration of Jammu & Kashmir into India. His love for motherland will always remain an inspiration for every Indian." Describi...