Lal Bahadur Shastri Death Anniversary 2026: Why his simple living matters more than ever |
New Delhi: Lal Bahadur Shastri, India’s second Prime Minister from June 9, 1964, to January 11, 1966, embodied simplicity amid crisis, leading the nation through the 1965 Indo-Pak War and food shortages with his iconic slogan “Jai Jawan Jai Kisan”. Born on 2 October 1904 in Mughalsarai, this freedom fighter rose through humility, serving as Railway and Home Minister before premiership. His legacy of integrity and self-reliance continues to inspire modern lifestyles, especially on his death anniversary, 11 January—reminding us how modest choices build resilient lives.
Shastri’s life offers timeless wisdom on discipline, austerity, and service, applicable to today’s fast-paced world. From voluntary simplicity to nation-first ethos, his habits sneak peek enduring principles. Which lesson resonates with your routine?
Lal Bahadur Shastri spearheaded the Green Revolution, boosting food production in Punjab, Haryana, and Uttar Pradesh via high-yield seeds and irrigation, paving India’s path to self-sufficiency. He initiated the White Revolution through the National Dairy Development Board, enhancing milk........