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Bihar leaders pay tribute to Ram Manohar Lohia on death anniversary

Patna, Oct 12 (UNI) Bihar Chief Minister Samrat Choudhary, former Chief Minister Nitish Kumar and BJP state president Sanjay Saraogi on Mondy paid tributes to eminent socialist leader Dr Ram Manohar Lohia on his death anniversary, recalling his contributions to social justice and equality.
Choudhary garlanded Lohia’s life-size statue in the presence of Deputy Chief Ministers Vijay Kumar Choudhary and Bijendra Prasad Yadav, ministers, legislators and other dignitaries. Artists from the Information and Public Relations Department presented patriotic songs on the occasion.
In his message, Nitish Kumar said Lohia’s lifelong struggle against social inequality, injustice and exploitation continued to inspire society.
He emphasised that implementing Lohia’s ideals and ensuring equal opportunities for disadvantaged sections would be a fitting tribute to the socialist leader.
BJP Bihar President Saraogi also paid floral tributes at Lohia Park in Kankarbagh, describing Lohia’s contributions to the freedom struggle, social equality and the rights of farmers, workers and weaker sections as enduring and relevant.
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