Mahatma Gandhi, the pioneer of India’s freedom struggle, and Lal Bahadur Shastri, the second Prime Minister of India, were born on October 2. They coined popular national slogans that resonated with masses.
October 2 is of great national importance for the country as on this day, two great leaders were born on the Indian soil. Mahatma Gandhi, the pioneer of India’s freedom struggle, and Lal Bahadur Shastri, the second Prime Minister of India, with their selfless service to the nation, continue to inspire everyone.
When Lal Bahadur Shastri took over the prime ministership of India after Jawahar Lal Nehru’s death in 1964, India was attacked by Pakistan. During that time, India was reeling under scarcity of food grains. Lal Bahadur Shastri’s call for “Jai Jawan, Jai Kisan” inspired the soldiers and the farmers to save the country at the border and from hunger strike.
“Do or die” became a very popular slogan during India’s fight for freedom against the British. Mahatma Gandhi had coined the slogan during a meeting of the All India Congress Committee which took place on August 7, 1942.
Picture Credit : Google