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Karpoori Thakur: From Political Maverick to Bharat Ratna Recipient

Bharat Ratna - Bihar politics - Karpoori Thakur - Lalu Prasad Yadav - Nitish Kumar - PM Modi

Discover the intriguing journey of the late Karpoori Thakur to receiving India's highest civilian award, Bharat Ratna, and the political buzz surrounding it!

Karpoori Thakur, a pivotal figure in Bihar politics, was posthumously honored with the prestigious Bharat Ratna award by the Modi government. Known for championing the cause of the backward classes, Thakur served as the Chief Minister of Bihar and left a lasting legacy in OBC politics. PM Modi recounted heartwarming anecdotes about Thakur on his birth anniversary, highlighting his contributions to social justice.

The decision to award Bharat Ratna to Karpoori Thakur stirred political discussions, with the Congress welcoming the move and acknowledging his significance in Indian politics. The posthumous recognition of Thakur's efforts resonated with many, symbolizing a nod to his dedication to uplift the marginalized communities.

Karpoori Thakur's legacy continues to influence Bihar's political landscape, with leaders like Nitish Kumar and Lalu Prasad Yadav reflecting on his impactful contributions. The strategic elevation of Thakur through the Bharat Ratna award resonates as a masterstroke, shaping the narrative of caste politics in the region.

In a significant turn of events, Lalu Yadav's refusal to lend his jeep to Karpoori Thakur during a crucial time underscores the complex dynamics of Bihar politics. The decision to honor Thakur with Bharat Ratna not only enhances Bihar's prestige but also reflects the government's acknowledgment of his role as a beacon of social justice in the state.

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PM Modi recounts anecdotes on Karpoori Thakur Jayanti: '…a ... (Hindustan Times)

Karpoori Thakur was chosen for the country's highest civilian award Bharat Ratna a day ahead of his birth anniversary. | Latest News India.

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Late Karpoori Thakur to be bestowed Bharat Ratna (The Hindu BusinessLine)

In a politically significant move, the government on Tuesday announced the highest civilian award, Bharat Ratna, for socialist icon and former Chief ...

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Former Bihar CM Karpoori Thakur, who mentored Lalu Prasad ... (Livemint)

Former Bihar CM Karpoori Thakur will be awarded India's highest civilian award, Bharat Ratna, posthumously. The socialist icon is well-known for his efforts ...

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Bharat Ratna award to Karpoori Thakur reflects Modi govt's ... (Deccan Herald)

New Delhi, Jan 24 (PTI) The Congress on Wednesday welcomed the decision to confer Bharat Ratna to former Bihar chief minister Karpoori Thakur and said it ...

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Karpoori Thakur, former Bihar Chief Minister, conferred Bharat ... (India Today)

Former Bihar Chief Minister Karpoori Thakur, known for championing the cause of the backward classes, will be awarded the Bharat Ratna posthumously.

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Karpoori Thakur: A trendsetter in Bihar politics - All you need to know (Times of India)

Karpoori Thakur, a two-time chief minister of Bihar and a key figure in OBC politics in the state, has been posthumously nominated for the Bharat Ratna.

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Socialist Icon and Former Bihar CM Karpoori Thakur Posthumously ... (The Wire)

New Delhi: Former Bihar chief minister Karpoori Thakur was posthumously awarded the Bharat Ratna, which is India's highest civilian honour, by the president ...

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Karpoori Thakur was a true Jan Nayak, have much to thank him for ... (India Today)

As a person belonging to the backward classes myself, I have much to thank Jan Nayak Karpoori Thakur Ji for,” writes Prime Minister Narendra Modi as he pays ...

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PM Modi pens heartfelt tribute to Jan Nayak Karpoori Thakur | Mint (Livemint)

Prime Minister Narendra Modi pays tribute to Jan Nayak Karpoori Thakur, the 11th Chief Minister of Bihar. On 26 January, Karpoori Thakur will be ...

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When Karpoori Thakur's Government Fell and He Faced Sangh Abuse (The Wire)

Thakur, awarded the Bharat Ratna is seen as among the pioneers of social justice in North India.

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Nitish Kumar's "My Brother" Jab At BJP After Karpoori Thakur's ... (NDTV)

Political rhetoric over the decision to award ex-Bihar Chief Minister and OBC leader Karpoori Thakur a posthumous Bharat Ratna ramped up Wednesday with ...

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Nitish Kumar takes 'full credit' jibe at PM over Karpoori Thakur ... (Hindustan Times)

The Central government on Tuesday posthumously conferred the Bharat Ratna on the Bihar icon. | Latest News India.

bharat ratna karpoori thakur: How Karpoori Thakur and Mohan ... (The Economic Times)

BJP's strategic elevation of Mohan Yadav as Madhya Pradesh CM and Bharat Ratna to Karpoori Thakur can counter Nitish Kumar's caste politics masterstroke in ...

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Opinion: Bharat Ratna To Karpoori Thakur - A Masterstroke? (NDTV)

Karpoori Thakur, a two-time former Bihar Chief Minister who died in 1988, is back in the heart of political discourse after being honoured with the Bharat ...

Bharat Ratna to Karpoori Thakur enhances Bihar's esteem: A tribute ... (DD News)

The Narendra Modi government on Tuesday announced the posthumous conferment of Bharat Ratna, India's highest civilian award, upon the late Karpoori Thakur, ...

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When Lalu Yadav flatly refused to lend his jeep to Karpoori Thakur ... (India Today)

Karpoori Thakur, former Bihar Chief Minister, was awarded the Bharat Ratna. The RJD rushed to claim credit for advocating the award for the Socialist leader ...

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Karpoori Thakur: Bharat Ratna to Karpoori Thakur: Why BJP, Nitish ... (The Economic Times)

The BJP strategically nominates late leader Karpoori Thakur for Bharat Ratna, honoring his OBC championing. Born in 1924, Thakur served two short terms as ...

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Amit Shah lauds PM Modi for awarding Bharat Ratna to Karpoori ... (Hindustan Times)

Former Bihar chief minister Karpoori Thakur is the 49th recipient of the country's highest civilian award. | Latest News India.

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'Beacon of Social Justice': Karpoori Thakur Awarded Bharat Ratna ... (The Quint)

The Bharat Ratna, the country's highest civilian award, has been conferred upon socialist leader and former Bihar Chief Minister Karpoori Thakur, ...

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Nitish welcomes Bharat Ratna to Karpoori Thakur, ally RJD says ... (India Today)

Nitish Kumar said the highest civilian honour given to Karpoori Thakur on his 100th birth anniversary will create positive sentiments among the Dalits, ...

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