The Lucknow session
At the 1936 Lucknow session, Pandit Jawaharlal Nehru condemned British imperialism, saying it had deepened poverty and thrived on repression, and reaffirmed his strong commitment to India’s freedom and justice.
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India’s first Prime Minister: Jawaharlal Nehru
Jawaharlal Nehru’s iconic midnight speech on August 14, 1947, celebrated India’s independence, inspiring dedication to the nation’s freedom, progress, and service to humanity.
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Building bridges across Asia
On March 23, 1947, Nehru hosted the Asian Relations Conference, chaired by Sarojini Naidu, promoting Asian unity and cooperation to address shared social, economic, and cultural challenges.
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Adoption of the Indian constitution
Under Nehru’s leadership, the constituent assembly adopted the constitution of India, making the country a sovereign democratic republic.
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Damodar Valley Corporation
Damodar Valley Corporation, India’s first multipurpose river project post-independence, began power transmission in 1953, driving Eastern India’s industrial growth and fulfilling Nehru’s vision of resource based progress.
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Panchsheel agreement
On April 29, 1954, Nehru signed the Panchsheel agreement with China to promote peace through five principles of coexistence, addressing border issues, and reflecting his vision of diplomacy and harmony.
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First five-year plan: A vision for India’s growth
On July 9, 1951, Nehru launched India’s first five-year plan, focusing on key sectors like irrigation, energy, and agriculture, laying the foundation for economic growth and self-reliance.
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