Prime Minister Narendra Modi commemorated the birth anniversary of Tamil Nadu’s beloved ex-CM J. Jayalalithaa, praising her unyielding spirit and determined stride. In an X post, he lauded her as a captivating leader whose governance acumen touched innumerable souls.
Her leadership emphasized female empowerment, equitable justice, and collaborative advancement via robust welfare measures. ‘Compassionate and resolute in decisions,’ Modi described her, cherishing their past dialogues.
Referencing ‘Mann Ki Baat,’ he highlighted the enduring devotion Tamilians have for Amma. ‘State visits reveal smiling faces at her recall, with women feeling a special kinship due to her welfare initiatives for families,’ he noted.
The PM recounted their professional rapport during concurrent chief minister tenures, including governance discussions, her attendance at his Gujarat inaugurations in 2002 and 2012, and the Pongal hospitality. These encounters remain fresh, he said.
Home Minister Amit Shah’s tribute underscored Jayalalithaa’s role in redefining Tamil Nadu through poor-centric policies and women’s strengthening, guaranteeing schemes’ reach to the remotest beneficiary.
Her legacy endures as a blueprint for empathetic yet effective rule, inspiring future generations in public service.