New Delhi, April 5 -- Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday paid tributes to former Deputy Prime Minister Babu Jagjivan Ram on his birth anniversary.

PM Modi said that Babu Jagjivan Ram dedicated his life to the ideals of equality and social justice.

In a post on X, PM Modi wrote, "Humble salutations to former Deputy Prime Minister Babu Jagjivan Ram Ji on his birth anniversary. He dedicated his life to equality and social justice. His invaluable contribution to the nation will always be remembered."

Popularly known as Babuji, Jagjivan Ram was one of India's greatest Dalit icons who fought for the rights of the underprivileged.

Babu Jagjivan Ram was a freedom fighter and national leader who fought tirelessly for the upliftment of the ...