PM Modi Pays Tribute to Veer Savarkar: Honoring a Hindutva Pioneer

Prime Minister Narendra Modi honored Veer Savarkar on his death anniversary, highlighting his immense contribution to India's freedom movement. Known for his role in the Hindu Mahasabha, Savarkar was a dynamic lawyer and activist whose works, including 'Hindutva: Who is a Hindu?', inspired revolutionary thoughts on Indian independence.

On Wednesday, Prime Minister Narendra Modi paid tribute to the Hindutva ideologue Veer Savarkar on the occasion of his death anniversary. Modi emphasized that the nation can never forget Savarkar's 'invaluable contribution' to India's freedom movement, which was marked by 'penance, sacrifice, courage, and struggle.' Modi conveyed his sentiments on the social media platform X, posting his remarks in Hindi.

Vinayak Damodar Savarkar, commonly celebrated as Veer Savarkar, was born on May 28, 1883, in Bhagur. A pivotal figure in India's struggle for independence, Savarkar wore many hats as a lawyer, activist, writer, and politician. His influence extended to the Hindu Mahasabha, where he was a central figure.

Savarkar's involvement in the freedom movement began during his high school days and continued through his time at Fergusson College in Pune. While studying law in the UK, he joined organizations such as India House and the Free India Society, advocating for complete independence through his writings. His notable works include 'Hindutva: Who is a Hindu?' In 1911, Savarkar was sentenced to 50 years in the Andamans' notorious cellular jail, known as Kala Pani, for opposing the Morley-Minto reforms. He was released in 1924 after pledging to refrain from political activities in multiple mercy petitions.