Remembering Syama Prasad Mookerjee: A Legacy of Nationalism

Prime Minister Narendra Modi paid tribute to Syama Prasad Mookerjee on his death anniversary, highlighting his pivotal role in shaping Indian nationalism. Mookerjee, a former Hindu Mahasabha leader, founded the Bharatiya Jana Sangh in 1951. He died in custody in 1953 during an integration mission in Jammu and Kashmir.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday paid homage to Syama Prasad Mookerjee, marking his death anniversary with honors for his seminal role in nation-building. Modi emphasized Mookerjee's unwavering resolve in preserving India's unity.

A prominent leader with the Hindu Mahasabha, Mookerjee distanced himself from Nehru's cabinet in 1950, forging a path with the RSS to establish a nationalist party. This movement led to the creation of the Bharatiya Jana Sangh in 1951, a predecessor of the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP).

Mookerjee's unwavering stance on Kashmir's integration saw him arrested in 1953 for entering the state without a permit, a policy he vocally opposed. He passed away in custody, but his legacy in fostering Indian nationalism endures.