Rahul, Sonia Gandhi, PM Modi pay homage to Jawaharlal Nehru on his death anniversary

Many democratic nations as young as India, soon degenerated into dictatorships.

On his death anniversary, let us remember Jawaharlal Nehru Jis contribution in building strong, independent, modern institutions, that have helped democracy survive in India for over 70 years

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Rahul Gandhi (@RahulGandhi) May 27, 2019

Besides, Prime Minister Narendra Modi also paid homage to the former Prime minister of India. "Tributes to Pandit Jawaharlal Nehru Ji on his death anniversary. We remember his contributions to our nation," Modi tweeted.

Tributes to Pandit Jawaharlal Nehru Ji on his death anniversary. We remember his contributions to our nation.

Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) May 27, 2019

Former Prime Minister Manmohan Singh, former President Pranab Mukherjee and  former Vice President Hamid Ansari also paid homage to the late Prime Minister at the Shanti Vaan.

Rajasthan Chief Minister Ashok Gehlot, Ghulam Nabi Azad, the leader of opposition in Rajya Sabha, several senior Congress leaders and MPs also paid respects to the late leader.

Senior BJP leader and Union Home Minister in the outgoing cabinet Rajnath Singh also paid homage to Nehru.

Remembering Indias first Prime Minister, Pandit Jawaharlal Nehrus contribution to our society and the nation on his punyatithi. I offer my tributes to him.

Rajnath Singh (@rajnathsingh) May 27, 2019