PM releases the book "Timeless Laxman"

Published By : Admin | December 18, 2018 | 11:45 IST
QuoteStudying RK Laxman's work through the decades is a nice way to understand sociology, and the socio-economic milieu of the times: PM Modi
QuoteRK Laxman's 'Common Man' was timeless and pan-India: PM Modi

The Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi, today released the coffee table book "Timeless Laxman", based on the famous cartoonist RK Laxman.

Speaking on the occasion, he said he is happy to be a part of this timeless journey. He expressed happiness that an insight into the vast treasure of Laxman's work is now available in this way.

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He remarked that studying Laxman's work through the decades is a nice way to understand sociology, and the socio-economic milieu of the times.

This effort is not just for Laxman, or his memory, the Prime Minister said, adding that a small part of Laxman, lives within crores of people.

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The Prime Minister said that Laxman's common man was timeless and pan-Indian. All Indians, and all generations of people could identify with him, he added.

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The Prime Minister mentioned how the process of Padma awards has been changed to bring into focus the common man.

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Prime Minister speaks with Prime Minister of Mauritius.
June 24, 2025
QuoteEmphasising India-Mauritius special and unique ties, they reaffirm shared commitment to further deepen the Enhanced Strategic Partnership.
QuoteThe two leaders discuss measures to further deepen bilateral development partnership, and cooperation in other areas.
QuotePM appreciates PM Ramgoolam's whole-hearted participation in the 11th International Day of Yoga.
QuotePM Modi reiterates India’s commitment to development priorities of Mauritius in line with Vision MAHASAGAR and Neighbourhood First policy.

Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi had a telephone conversation with Prime Minister of the Republic of Mauritius, H.E. Dr. Navinchandra Ramgoolam, today.

Emphasising the special and unique ties between India and Mauritius, the two leaders reaffirmed their shared commitment to further deepen the Enhanced Strategic Partnership between the two countries.

They discussed the ongoing cooperation across a broad range of areas, including development partnership, capacity building, defence, maritime security, digital infrastructure, and people-to-people ties.

PM appreciated the whole-hearted participation of PM Ramgoolam in the 11th International Day of Yoga.

Prime Minister Modi reiterated India’s steadfast commitment to the development priorities of Mauritius in line with Vision MAHASAGAR and India’s Neighbourhood First policy.

Prime Minister extended invitation to PM Ramgoolam for an early visit to India. Both leaders agreed to remain in touch.