Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla today paid tributes to former Union Minister, renowned educationist, visionary thinker and staunch nationalist leader Dr. Syama Prasad Mookerjee on his 125th birth anniversary. In a social media post, Mr Birla said that Dr. Mukherjee’s life is an inspiring example of unwavering dedication to national service and national unity.

He added that as an educationist, Dr. Mookerjee made remarkable contributions to the field of higher education, while as a public leader, he demonstrated his clear commitment to national interests and democratic values. Mr. Birla highlighted that Dr. Mookerjee continuously strengthened the vision of a strong, harmonious, and self-reliant India through his thoughts and actions. He further added that his dedication to the unity, integrity, and welfare of the nation remains an inspiration for all countrymen even today.