In a heartfelt address on the eve of Jananayak Karpoori Thakur’s jayanti, Bihar government minister Dilip Jaiswal celebrated the Bharat Ratna awardee’s profound simplicity and commitment to the downtrodden. The event, hosted jointly by the Social Justice Struggle Front and National Nai Mahasabha, focused on how the NDA alliance has advanced the welfare of extremely backward communities.
Jaiswal reminisced about Thakur’s life, marked by modesty and steadfast ideals. ‘He dedicated everything to social justice and empowering the deprived,’ the minister said. Thakur envisioned and worked toward a united, inclusive society, leaving an indelible mark that motivates leaders even now.
What set Thakur apart was his ascetic lifestyle amid high office. Holding the Chief Minister’s chair twice and Deputy CM once, he died without personal property or savings. Jaiswal called this ‘a stark reminder for modern politicians who often put self-interest above public duty.’ Thakur’s mission was clear: integrate society’s most neglected into the fold.
Praising Thakur’s honesty, Jaiswal noted he never turned political power into family privilege. Instead, he pioneered reservations for backward castes, reshaping Bihar’s social landscape. This vision of service over self resonates strongly in contemporary politics.
On Basant Panchami, Jaiswal wished for Goddess Saraswati’s grace to bring enlightenment and wisdom. The NDA regime, he affirmed, is steadfast in educational reforms and cultural preservation. ‘Let this festival inspire knowledge, good judgment, and noble deeds across Bihar,’ he concluded.
Karpoori Thakur’s legacy challenges the political class to embrace genuine service, fueling Bihar’s journey toward equitable growth under current leadership.