Lucknow, Aug 7 (HS): Nobel laureate Gurudev Rabindranath

Tagore passed away 85 years ago on August 7, 2026. Leaders from all throughout

India, including UP Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath, commemorate and honor his

enormous contribution to literature, education, and national awareness on this

day.

Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath places a strong emphasis on Tagore's legacy,

portraying his compositions—such as the national anthem—as fundamental pillars

that brought the entire nation together under a single cultural identity.

The following facets of Gurudev Rabindranath Tagore's life and legacy are

frequently highlighted by CM Yogi Adityanath in his tributes:

National Unity: He cites Tagore's Jana Gana Mana as a seminal work

of literature that unifies India's heterogeneous fabric into a single national

identity.

Cultural Renaissance: According to him, Tagore was a key figure in India's

cultural renaissance, a superb philosopher, and a forward-thinking

educationalist.

Inspiration for Humanity: He praises Tagore's abundant

literary achievements, pointing out that millions of people around the world

are still guided and inspired by his poetry, paintings, and philosophy.

In a post on X, he remarked, “On the death anniversary of

Gurudev Rabindranath Tagore, the immortal composer of the national anthem,

honored with the Nobel Prize, who adorned the brow of India with a golden crown

of literature, culture, and self-respect—a heartfelt tribute. Your immortal

creations are the glorious heritage of Indian literature, which will continue

to impart the message of sensitivity and creativity to every generation.”

Hindusthan Samachar / Abhishek Awasthi