Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi today paid rich tributes to former Prime Minister Shri Lal Bahadur Shastri Ji on his birth anniversary, recalling his enduring legacy of integrity, humility, and decisive leadership.

The Prime Minister highlighted Shastri Ji’s pivotal role in shaping India’s national character during critical moments in history. His iconic slogan ‘Jai Jawan Jai Kisan’ remains a powerful symbol of India’s commitment to its soldiers and farmers.

Shri Lal Bahadur Shastri Ji’s life and leadership continue to inspire generations of Indians in the collective pursuit of a resilient and self-reliant nation, remarked Shri Modi.

In a message shared on X, the Prime Minister said:

“Shri Lal Bahadur Shastri Ji was an extraordinary statesman whose integrity, humility and determination strengthened India, including during challenging times. He personified exemplary leadership, strength and decisive action. His clarion call of ‘Jai Jawan Jai Kisan’ ignited a spirit of patriotism among our people. He continues to motivate us in the endeavour of building a strong and self-reliant India.”

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PM Modi highlights India's defence transformation over the last decade
June 17, 2026

The Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi has highlighted the significant transformation witnessed in India’s defence capabilities over the last decade.

Shri Modi said that India’s defence capabilities have undergone a major transformation, guided by the vision of self-reliance and powered by innovation, technology and indigenous manufacturing.

The Prime Minister noted that the progress made in the defence sector over the last 12 years reflects India’s growing focus on strengthening national security through self-reliance.

The Prime Minister further stated that India has strengthened its defence capabilities across air, land and sea, advanced indigenous technologies and built a stronger foundation for self-reliance and national security.

The Prime Minister wrote on X;

“India’s defence capabilities have witnessed significant transformation over the last decade, guided by the vision of self-reliance and powered by innovation, technology and indigenous manufacturing.

This thread gives a glimpse of the strides India has made in the defence sector over the last 12 years.

#12YearsOfSurakshitBharat”

“This thread explains how India has strengthened its defence capabilities across air, land and sea, advanced indigenous technologies and built a stronger foundation for self-reliance and national security.

#12YearsOfSurakshitBharat”