PM Modi pays tribute to ‘charismatic leader’ Jayalalithaa on 78th birth anniversary
The Hindu
PM Modi honors Jayalalithaa on her 78th birthday, praising her charisma, leadership, and contributions to women's welfare in Tamil Nadu.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday (February 24, 2026) paid rich tribute to former Tamil Nadu chief minister, late J Jayalalithaa, and said she made a place in the hearts and minds of countless people as a charismatic leader and an outstanding administrator.
On the 78th birth anniversary of the AIADMK stalwart, the Prime Minister also said that as the Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu, Jayalalithaa championed welfare-driven governance with a strong focus on women empowerment, social justice and inclusive development.
“Remembering Jayalalithaa Ji on her birth anniversary. She has made a place in the hearts and minds of countless people as a charismatic leader and outstanding administrator," Mr. Modi wrote on X.
Remembering Jayalalithaa Ji on her birth anniversary. She has made a place in the hearts and minds of countless people as a charismatic leader and outstanding administrator. Her life journey was one of immense grit and determination. As the Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu, she… pic.twitter.com/oqOSgme0Hk
Stating that her life journey was one of immense grit and determination, Mr. Modi said, “She was both compassionate and decisive. I recall with great joy my interactions with her.”
The Prime Minister also recalled what he said about Jayalalithaa in his monthly radio address, ‘Mann Ki Baat’, on Sunday.
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