Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Amit Shah, Rajnath Singh Remember Arun Jaitley On His Birth Anniversary

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Prime Minister Narendra Modi and his cabinet colleagues remembered late BJP leader and former finance Minister Arun Jaitley on his birth anniversary. The former finance minister was one of the backbone of the Modi government and most articulate party voice on host of issues and had rapport across party lines . He died on August 24, 2019.

Remembering Arun Jaitley and terming him my friend, Prime Minister Narendra Modi tweeted “Remembering my friend, Arun Jaitley Ji on his birth anniversary. His warm personality, intellect, legal acumen and wit are missed by all those he closely interacted with. He worked tirelessly for India’s progress,” Modi tweeted.

Home Minister Amit Shah said Jaitley was an outstanding parliamentarian whose knowledge and insights had very few parallels. “He made a lasting contribution to Indian polity and served the nation with great passion & devotion. My heartfelt tributes,” he said.

BJP president J P Nadda said Jaitley will be remembered as an articulate orator and capable strategist.

Defence Miniser Rajnath Singh said remembering Jaitley’s contribution to India’s public life and his role in strengthening the party will always be remembered.