The BJP-led central government has approved the earmarking of a designated site within the "Rashtriya Smriti" complex (a part of the Rajghat precinct) to set up a memorial for Pranab Mukherjee, the former President of India.
Mukherjee died on August 31, 2020.
"The Competent Authority has approved the earmarking of a designated site within the 'Rashtriya Smriti' complex (a part of the Rajghat precinct) for erecting a Samadhi of Late Shri Pranab Mukherjee, former President of India," the government said in a letter to Sharmistha Mukherjee, the daughter of the former President, informing her of the decision.
After receiving the letter, Sharmistha Mukherjee sought an appointment with the Prime Minister to thank him for the honour.
Taking to X, she wrote, "Called on Hon’ble PM @narendramodi ji to express thanks & gratitude from core of my heart for his govts’ decision to create a memorial for baba. It’s more cherished considering that we didn’t ask for it. Immensely touched by this unexpected but truly gracious gesture by PM."
Called on Honble PM @narendramodi ji to express thanks & gratitude from core of my heart 4 his govts decision 2 create a memorial 4 baba. Its more cherished considering that we didnt ask for it. Immensely touched by this unexpected but truly gracious gesture by PM 1/2 pic.twitter.com/IRHON7r5Tk
Sharmistha Mukherjee (@Sharmistha_GK) January 7, 2025
"Baba used to say that State honours shouldn’t be asked for, it should be offered. I’m so grateful that PM Modi did this to honour babas’ memory. It doesnt affect baba where he is now- beyond applaud or criticism. But for his daughter, words are not sufficient to express my joy," Mukherjee added.
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