Prime Minister pays tribute to Munshi Premchand on his birth anniversary

On 31 July 2026, Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi paid tribute to the celebrated writer Munshi Premchand on his birth anniversary. The Prime Minister highlighted Premchand’s timeless literary works that powerfully express human emotions and remain relevant today. He also emphasized Premchand’s invaluable role in bringing the literary heritage of Kashi—his birthplace and karmabhoomi—to global recognition. Modi noted that Premchand’s immortal literature, rooted in realism and social equality, will continue to inspire the people of the country. The tribute was posted on the Prime Minister’s X account in Hindi, reaffirming Premchand’s lasting influence on Indian culture.