Lucknow: Deputy chief minister Brajesh Pathak on Monday said the ideals of Dr Ram Manohar Lohia, particularly his emphasis on social justice, equality and the rights of deprived sections, remain relevant even today.Paying floral tributes to the socialist thinker and freedom fighter on his death anniversary at Dr Ram Manohar Lohia Institute of Medical Sciences in Lucknow, Pathak said Lohia dedicated his life to fighting social inequalities and ensuring dignity and equal opportunities for every individual.“Dr Lohia’s ideas were not confined to political philosophy. They continue to inspire positive social change, social harmony and uplift of people standing at the lowest rung of society,” Pathak said.He said public welfare, equality and empowerment of disadvantaged sections were central to Lohia’s ideology. “His life and work continue to inspire efforts towards building a more equitable society,” he said.Pathak called upon people to adopt Lohia’s ideals and principles and work towards eliminating social inequalities.BJP Lucknow Mahanagar president Anand Dwivedi and others were present.
