Patna/New Delhi: For some time now, Congress leaders and workers have been addressing Rahul Gandhi, the Leader of the Opposition in the Lok Sabha, as “Jananayak,” while “Jananayak” is used to refer to former Bihar Chief Minister and Bharat Ratna Karpoori Thakur. In this context, Prime Minister Narendra Modi today targeted Rahul Gandhi without naming him. He said that some people are trying to steal Karpoori Thakur’s “Janayak” award.
PM Modi’s taunt on Rahul Gandhi: PM Modi said that Karpoori Thakur wasn’t made a “Janayak” by a social media trolling team. He was made a “Janayak” by the people of Bihar, by his work. Therefore, I would urge the people of Bihar to be cautious. He said that the title of “Janayak” only suits Karpoori Thakur, because nowadays people are trying to steal even the title of “Janayak.”
“Attempt to steal the honor of our leader of the people”: PM Modi said, “I appeal to the people of Bihar to ensure that no one steals the honor of our leader of the people, Karpuri Thakur.” Recently, during the Vote Adhikar Yatra in Bihar, Congress workers called Rahul Gandhi a “people’s leader,” causing an uproar.
“The people of Bihar made Karpuri Thakur a leader of the people, through his work. Therefore, I would like to urge the people of Bihar to be vigilant so that no one steals the honor of our leader of the people.” – Narendra Modi, Prime Minister. “Skills University named after Karpuri Thakur”: Today, Prime Minister Modi launched various schemes worth over 62,000 crore rupees. Discussing Bihar’s development, he said, “I am happy that Bihar has received a new Skills University.” He added that the Bihar government has named this university after Bharat Ratna and Jananayak Karpuri Thakur.
“Today’s India prioritizes skills”: Prime Minister Narendra Modi said that a few years ago, our government started a new tradition of organizing large-scale convocations for ITI students. Today, we are witnessing another milestone in this tradition. I extend my best wishes to all the young ITI students joining us from across India. This ceremony symbolizes the importance that today’s India places on skills.
Bihar’s youth will benefit: The PM said that this is a mega program for the empowerment of Bihar’s youth. It shows how much the NDA government prioritizes the youth and women of Bihar. India is a country of knowledge and skills. This intellectual power is our greatest strength. When this knowledge and skills are linked to the needs of the country, their power increases manifold.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi said that the 21st century demands that we rapidly advance local talent, local resources, local skills, and local knowledge, keeping in mind the country’s needs, and that our thousands of ITIs play a vital role in this.
What did Nitish Kumar say?: Meanwhile, Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar, via video conferencing, said that it is a matter of great joy that a Kaushal Convocation has been organized today for ITI toppers from across the country. At this event, Prime Minister Modi presented certificates to the students of these institutions. The CM said that the Karpoori Thakur Kaushal University will greatly benefit the people of Bihar.
“The Youth Commission and the Jananayak Karpoori Thakur Kaushal University have been established in Bihar. Job appointment letters are being issued to the youth of Bihar and scholarships are being distributed to 2.5 million students. The youth will benefit in the future.” – Nitish Kumar, Chief Minister, Bihar
Who was Karpoori Thakur?: Karpoori Thakur, a socialist leader, served as the Chief Minister of Bihar twice. He first held this position from December 22, 1970, to December 22, 1970, and again from June 24, 1977, to April 21, 1979. He was born on January 24, 1924, and passed away on February 17, 1988, at the age of 64. The Government of India posthumously awarded him India’s highest civilian honor, the Bharat Ratna, on January 23, 2024. He is also known as the “People’s Leader.”
