Political Figures Across India Honor Late Leader Ram Vilas Paswan

The birth anniversary of Ram Vilas Paswan, a Padma Bhushan recipient and founder of the Lok Janshakti Party, was observed on July 5 with a cascade of tributes from leaders spanning the political spectrum.

Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath took to X to call Paswan’s advocacy for the downtrodden "everlasting" and highlighted his role in advancing social equity. Rajasthan’s chief minister Bhajan Lal Sharma praised Paswan’s devotion to community service and empowerment of the weaker sections of society.

Madhya Pradesh chief minister Mohan Yadav, Uttar Pradesh finance minister Pankaj Chaudhary, and deputy chief minister Keshav Prasad Maurya also posted messages acknowledging Paswan’s dedication to the poor. BJP MP Dinesh Sharma and senior leader Mukhtar Abbas Naqvi completed the series of homages, each emphasizing Paswan’s status as a steadfast champion of the marginalized.