New Delhi, Sept. 28 -- Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday paid tribute to former Vishwa Hindu Parishad (VHP) International working president Ashok Singhal on his birth centenary, recalling his organisational work and contribution to social unity, and saying his life reflected the spirit of living for the welfare of others.

In a tribute shared on X, PM Modi opened his note with a couplet, saying, "There is a beautiful saying, 'Vriksh kabahun nahin phal bhakhai, nadi na sanchai neer. Parmarath ke karne, sadhun dhara sharir': It means the tree does not consume its own fruit, nor does the river retain its waters. Both exist for the benefit of others. Our saints and seers have long taught us that a life devoted to the welfare of those aro...