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PM Modi Honors Bankim Chandra Chattopadhyay on Birth Anniversary
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🗓 27 Jun 2026, 01:32 AM
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Prime Minister Narendra Modi paid tribute to Bankim Chandra Chattopadhyay on his birth anniversary, recognizing his significant contribution to literature and the freedom movement.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi today paid homage to the eminent writer Bankim Chandra Chattopadhyay on his birth anniversary. In a message shared on the social media platform X, the Prime Minister lauded Chattopadhyay as a "towering literary luminary" whose works instilled patriotism and cultural pride in numerous generations of Indians.
Modi highlighted that Chattopadhyay's literary contributions continue to inspire and strengthen the nation's resolve. He specifically noted the significance of the current period, coinciding with the 150th anniversary of 'Vande Mataram', the national song penned by Chattopadhyay.
The Prime Minister emphasized that 'Vande Mataram' served as a profound source of inspiration for India's freedom movement and the nation itself. Chattopadhyay's legacy, through his influential writings, remains a vital force in nation-building efforts.
Modi highlighted that Chattopadhyay's literary contributions continue to inspire and strengthen the nation's resolve. He specifically noted the significance of the current period, coinciding with the 150th anniversary of 'Vande Mataram', the national song penned by Chattopadhyay.
The Prime Minister emphasized that 'Vande Mataram' served as a profound source of inspiration for India's freedom movement and the nation itself. Chattopadhyay's legacy, through his influential writings, remains a vital force in nation-building efforts.