August 23, 2025

LUCKNOW: The atmosphere was vibrant and full of respect as top BJP leaders flocked to Aligarh on Thursday to honor the memory of former Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Kalyan Singh on his fourth death anniversary. The man, lovingly called 'Babuji', was famous for changing BJP’s game by bringing backward communities under the party’s big tent. Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath led the tributes, calling Kalyan Singh a true hero whose ideals became the bedrock of good governance and security in UP and across India under the BJP government. "He dedicated his life to the preservation of Indian culture, nationalism, and public service," Yogi said with pride. At the Hindu Gaurav Diwas event, Yogi recalled, "Babuji imbibed the values of nationalism from the RSS. As a teacher and later BJP worker, he devoted his life to Bharat Mata and Bharatiyata." One of the most powerful moments shared was how Singh boldly gave up his Chief Minister’s post in 1992 for the Ram Janmabhoomi movement. "He took full responsibility when the disputed structure in Ayodhya was demolished, making sure no devotee of Lord Ram was harmed. It was he who paved the way for the grand Ram temple because of his exemplary courage," Yogi remarked. Union Minister Dharmendra Pradhan also remembered Singh's impact during UP’s tough times in the 1990s: "When UP was in turmoil, he established the foundation of good governance. Yogi is carrying forward that legacy..." Clearly, the spirit of 'Babuji' Kalyan Singh still lights up the corridors of power and hearts of BJP leaders, reminding all of the power of bold moves and steadfast dedication to the nation.

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