New Delhi Jan 28 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday paid tribute to freedom fighter Lala Lajpat Rai on his 152nd birth anniversary.
Modi said Lajpat Rai was a courageous leader who dedicated himself towards India s freedom.
"Punjab Kesari Lala Lajpat Rai left an indelible mark on India s history. We remember him as a righteous and courageous leader who dedicated himself towards India s freedom. Tributes to him on his birth anniversary " Modi tweeted.
Lajpat Rai was born on January 28 1865 in Dhudike in Punjab s Moga district. He died of a heart attack on November 17 1928.
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