Karpoori Thakur was a true Jan Nayak - PM Modi
Today marks Jan nayak Karpoori Thakur Ji's birth centennial, and his tireless pursuit of social justice has positively impacted the lives of crores of people. I never saw Karpoori Ji, but I had heard a lot about him from Kailashpati Mishra Ji, who worked closely with him. He belonged to one of society's most backward groups, the Nai Samaj. Overcoming tremendous hurdles, he accomplished much and strived for society improvement.
Jan nayak Karpoori Thakur Ji's life revolves around two pillars: simplicity and social justice. His basic lifestyle and humble demeanour remained popular among the common people till his death. There are several tales to demonstrate his simplicity. Those who worked with him recall that he preferred to spend his own money on personal matters, including his daughter's wedding. During his stint as Bihar's chief minister, a decision was made to establish a colony for political figures, but he did not accept any land or funds for the project. When he died in 1988, various leaders visited his hamlet to offer respect. When they saw the state of his house, they were moved to tears; how could someone so tall have such a modest home!
Another example of his simplicity comes from 1977, when he was just elected chief minister of Bihar. The Janata administration was in power in both delhi and Patna. Janata leaders had assembled in patna to celebrate Loknayak JP's birthday. Among the galaxy of senior politicians stepped chief minister Karpoori Thakur Ji, wearing a tattered Kurta. In his characteristic approach, Chandrashekhar Ji requested that people give money so that Karpoori Ji might get a new Kurta. However, Karpoori Ji being Karpoori Ji, so he took the money but donated it to the cm Relief Fund.
Jan nayak Karpoori Thakur Ji has a strong belief in social justice. His political career was defined by massive attempts to build a society in which resources were allocated equally and everyone, regardless of social status, had equal access to opportunities. He aimed to overcome the underlying injustices that persisted in indian society.
Such was his dedication to his convictions that, although living in a period when the congress Party was ubiquitous, he took a vehemently anti-Congress stance because he was convinced very early on that the congress had drifted from its fundamental goals.
His electoral career began in the early 1950s, and he has since been a force to be reckoned with in the legislative chambers, effectively representing the problems of the working class, labourers, small farmers, and youth. He was very interested in education. Throughout his political career, he sought to increase educational opportunities for the disadvantaged. He advocated for education in local languages so that individuals from small towns and villages may advance and succeed. As chief minister, he also implemented several steps to improve the well-being of older residents.
Jan nayak Karpoori Thakur Ji's life revolves around two pillars: simplicity and social justice. His basic lifestyle and humble demeanour remained popular among the common people till his death. There are several tales to demonstrate his simplicity. Those who worked with him recall that he preferred to spend his own money on personal matters, including his daughter's wedding. During his stint as Bihar's chief minister, a decision was made to establish a colony for political figures, but he did not accept any land or funds for the project. When he died in 1988, various leaders visited his hamlet to offer respect. When they saw the state of his house, they were moved to tears; how could someone so tall have such a modest home!
Another example of his simplicity comes from 1977, when he was just elected chief minister of Bihar. The Janata administration was in power in both delhi and Patna. Janata leaders had assembled in patna to celebrate Loknayak JP's birthday. Among the galaxy of senior politicians stepped chief minister Karpoori Thakur Ji, wearing a tattered Kurta. In his characteristic approach, Chandrashekhar Ji requested that people give money so that Karpoori Ji might get a new Kurta. However, Karpoori Ji being Karpoori Ji, so he took the money but donated it to the cm Relief Fund.
Jan nayak Karpoori Thakur Ji has a strong belief in social justice. His political career was defined by massive attempts to build a society in which resources were allocated equally and everyone, regardless of social status, had equal access to opportunities. He aimed to overcome the underlying injustices that persisted in indian society.
Such was his dedication to his convictions that, although living in a period when the congress Party was ubiquitous, he took a vehemently anti-Congress stance because he was convinced very early on that the congress had drifted from its fundamental goals.
His electoral career began in the early 1950s, and he has since been a force to be reckoned with in the legislative chambers, effectively representing the problems of the working class, labourers, small farmers, and youth. He was very interested in education. Throughout his political career, he sought to increase educational opportunities for the disadvantaged. He advocated for education in local languages so that individuals from small towns and villages may advance and succeed. As chief minister, he also implemented several steps to improve the well-being of older residents.