Celebrating Birth anniversary of Sri Lal Bahadur Shastri: 2nd October
Who Was Lal Bahadur Shastri?
Lal Bahadur Shastri was the second Prime Minister of India. He was known for his simple lifestyle, honesty, humility and dedication to the nation. He became Prime Minister on 9 June 1964 and served until 11 January 1966.
He played an important role during the 1965 India-Pakistan War and inspired the nation with the famous slogan “Jai Jawan, Jai Kisan”.
Quick Information
| Full Name | Lal Bahadur Shastri |
|---|---|
| Born | 2 October 1904 |
| Birthplace | Mughalsarai, Uttar Pradesh |
| Education | Kashi Vidya Peeth, Varanasi |
| Wife | Lalita Devi |
| Prime Minister of India | 9 June 1964 – 11 January 1966 |
| Famous Slogan | “Jai Jawan, Jai Kisan” |
| Died | 11 January 1966, Tashkent |
| Memorial | Vijay Ghat, New Delhi |
| National Honour | Bharat Ratna, posthumously |
Key Points About Lal Bahadur Shastri
Simple Childhood
He was born in Mughalsarai in 1904 and grew up in modest circumstances after losing his father at a very young age.
Freedom Struggle
Inspired by Mahatma Gandhi, he joined the freedom movement and spent several years in British prisons.
Education
He studied at Kashi Vidya Peeth. The title “Shastri” was the educational qualification he received there and later became part of his name.
Service After Independence
He served in several important positions, including Minister for Railways, Transport and Communications, Commerce and Industry, and Home Affairs.
A Lesson in Responsibility
As Railway Minister, he resigned after a major railway accident, accepting moral responsibility for the incident.
Prime Minister of India
He became India’s second Prime Minister in June 1964 following the death of Jawaharlal Nehru.
Jai Jawan, Jai Kisan
During a difficult period of war and food shortage, he popularised the inspiring slogan “Jai Jawan, Jai Kisan”.
1965 War
He led India during the 1965 India-Pakistan War and emphasised the importance of both national security and food production.
Tashkent Declaration
India and Pakistan signed the Tashkent Declaration in January 1966. Shastri died in Tashkent on 11 January 1966, shortly after the agreement.
Legacy
Shastri is remembered for his simplicity, integrity, discipline, courage and sense of responsibility.
What Can Students Learn From Him?
Simple Living
Honesty
Courage
Dedication to Learning
Service to the Nation
ResponsibilityFive Notable Books on Lal Bahadur Shastri
These books can help students, teachers and library readers explore the life, ideas, public service and leadership of Lal Bahadur Shastri. They include books suitable for young readers as well as detailed biographies.
| No. | Book Name | Author | Publisher |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lal Bahadur Shastri | Madhu Dhama | Hind Pocket Books / Penguin Random House India |
| 2 | Lal Bahadur Shastri | Rajendra Bharti | National Book Trust, India |
| 3 | Lal Bahadur Shastri | D. R. Mankekar | Publications Division, Government of India |
| 4 | Lal Bahadur Shastri: A Life of Truth in Politics | C. P. Srivastava | Oxford University Press |
| 5 | Lal Bahadur Shastri: Past Forward | Sunīla Śāstrī | Konark Publishers |
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