Rajiv Gandhi’s contributions to IT, youth recalled
Congress leaders in India gathered to commemorate the birth anniversary of former Prime Minister Rajiv Gandhi. The event highlighted his contributions to the IT sector and his role in lowering the voting age to 18.
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It reflects the ongoing political legacy and historical narrative surrounding the Congress party's influence on India's modern digital and democratic infrastructure.
Former Prime Minister Rajiv Gandhi’s contributions to the development of information technology sector and empowerment of youth were recalled at his birth anniversary celebrations held here on Thursday, under the aegis of government adviser V. Hanumantha Rao.
Mr. Hanumantha Rao and other Congress leaders including T Jagga Reddy, Anil Kumar Yadav, Shabbir Ali among others paid floral tributes to Rajiv Gandhi’s statue on the occasion. Speaking at the programme, Mr. Hanumantha Rao said Rajiv Gandhi deserved credit for laying the foundation for the growth of the IT sector in the country. Mr Jagga Reddy also recalled the former Prime Minister’s decision to reduce the voting age from 21 to 18 years, describing it as a significant step towards empowering the youth and strengthening their participation in democracy.
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