Dr. MS Swaminathan, Former PMs PV Narasimha Rao and Chaudhary Charan Singh to be conferred Bharat Ratna

New Delhi, Feb 09, 2024 : The Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi, today posted on X that Dr. MS Swaminathan, known for his pivtol role in the Green Revolution, will be conferred the highest civilian award Bharat Ratna.

He said that Dr. Swaminathan’s visionary leadership has not only transformed Indian agriculture but also ensured the nation’s food security and prosperity.

The Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi, today also informed about Bharat Ratna for former Prime Minister Shri PV Narasimha Rao.

He mentioned that Shri Narasimha Rao's tenure as Prime Minister was marked by significant measures that opened India to global markets, fostering a new era of economic development.

The Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi, today again informed about the conferment of the highest civilian award Bharat Ratna on former Prime Minister Shri Chaudhary Charan Singh.

He praised the late leader for dedicating his entire life to the rights of farmers and their welfare.