Defence Minister Rajnath Singh and Union Home Minister Amit Shah today paid tribute to former Vice President of India Bhairon Singh Shekhawat on his birth anniversary.

In a social media post, Defence Minister Rajnath Singh said that Mr Shekhawat’s life was an inspiring saga of struggle, public service and unwavering commitment to ethical values. He highlighted Mr Shekhawat’s close connection with the masses and his dedication to integrity, honesty and transparency. The Defence Minister said that Mr Shekhawat’s contributions to the development of the country, particularly Rajasthan, will always be remembered.

In a separate social media post, Union Home Minister Amit Shah described Mr Shekhawat as a skilled organiser. He said that as Chief Minister of Rajasthan, Mr Shekhawat worked to ensure the implementation of public welfare measures and strengthen the organisation in the state. Mr Shah added that Mr Shekhawat demonstrated how dedication and hard work can help achieve every goal. He said that Mr Shekhawat’s life, marked by simplicity, integrity and empathy, remains an inexhaustible source of inspiration for every social worker.