Lucknow: The birth anniversary of Shri Karpoori Thakur, the freedom fighter, teacher, politician, and the second Deputy Chief Minister of Bihar, was commemorated today at the Uttar Pradesh Congress Headquarters. On this occasion, Dinesh Singh, the outgoing State Vice-President and in-charge of Administration of the Uttar Pradesh Congress Committee, paid his respects by offering floral tributes to a portrait of the late Karpoori Thakur.
Speaking on the occasion, Singh recalled the early life and struggles of Karpoori Thakur, who was born during British colonial rule in the village of Pitonjiya in Samastipur, now renamed Karpoori Gram. He passed his matriculation examination from Patna University in 1940 with second division. During the Quit India Movement of 1942, Thakur joined the national struggle and was imprisoned for 26 months in the Bhagalpur camp jail. He was released in 1945. After his release, he became a regional minister in the Socialist Party under the leadership of Acharya Narendra Dev and Jai Prakash Narayan in 1948.
Singh emphasized that Karpoori Thakur dedicated his life to the upliftment of the Dalits, backward, and marginalized communities. His simple life, humble nature, clear vision, and unyielding determination left an indelible mark on people, drawing them to his larger-than-life personality. As the Chief Minister of Bihar, his contribution in steering the state towards progress and development remains unforgettable.
On this solemn occasion, several prominent members of the Uttar Pradesh Congress Committee paid tribute to Karpoori Thakur. Among them were Congress spokesperson Dr. Sudha Mishra, Prof. R.B. Bauddh, Chet Ram Bharti, Harsh, Tushar, Subodh Sahay, O.P. Sharma, Devendra Singh Chauhan, and others, who all offered their heartfelt respects to the late leader.
Karpoori Thakur, known for his commitment to social justice and his relentless efforts for the welfare of the underprivileged, remains an inspiration to many across the nation. His leadership, vision for the downtrodden, and lasting legacy continue to shape the discourse on social equality and justice.
