**Executive Summary**
This document is a press release from the Prime Minister's Office, dated January 23, 2026, commemorating the birth centenary of Balasaheb Thackeray. It highlights the Prime Minister Narendra Modi's tribute to Balasaheb Thackeray for his contributions to Maharashtra's socio-political landscape. The press release includes the Prime Minister's remarks on Thackeray's qualities and his impact and quotes from his post on X (formerly Twitter).
**Key Points / Main Content**
* **Tribute to Balasaheb Thackeray:**
* The Prime Minister paid tribute to Balasaheb Thackeray on his birth centenary.
* Thackeray is remembered as a towering figure who profoundly shaped Maharashtra's socio-political landscape.
* **Qualities and Impact of Balasaheb Thackeray:**
* Known for sharp intellect, powerful oratory, and uncompromising convictions.
* Commanded a unique connect with the people.
* Deeply passionate about culture, literature, and journalism.
* His career as a cartoonist reflected keen observation of society and fearless commentary.
* Inspired by Thackeray's vision for Maharashtra's progress.
* **Prime Minister's Affirmation:**
* Efforts will always continue to fulfill Balasaheb Thackeray's vision.
* **Social Media Post:**
* The Prime Minister's tribute was also shared on X (formerly Twitter) with a link provided ([pic.twitter.com/Gneeh5E9AP](http://pic.twitter.com/Gneeh5E9AP)).
* A similar post was written in Marathi, also including a link ([pic.twitter.com/3KFuZ8WPEk](http://pic.twitter.com/3KFuZ8WPEk)).
**Impact Analysis**
**Indian Citizens / Public**
* **Impact:** Provides insight into the Prime Minister's views on Balasaheb Thackeray and acknowledges Thackeray's contributions to Indian society and politics.
* **Action Required:** No specific action is required. They may read and reflect on the Prime Minister's tribute.
**Supporters/Followers of the Prime Minister**
* **Impact:** Provides insight into the values and historical figures admired by the Prime Minister.
* **Action Required:** No specific action is required, though they may share or discuss the information.
**Citizens of Maharashtra**
* **Impact:** Reminds of Balasaheb Thackeray’s role in Maharashtra’s socio-political development and could stimulate reflection on his legacy.
* **Action Required:** No action required.
Key Entities Referenced
Balasaheb Thackeray: A prominent socio-political figure in Maharashtra whose birth centenary is being commemorated.
Narendra Modi: The Prime Minister of India, paying tribute to Balasaheb Thackeray.
Maharashtra: The state where Balasaheb Thackeray had a significant socio-political impact.
Prime Minister's Office
Prime Minister pays tribute to Balasaheb
Thackeray on his birth centenary
प्रव तथ: 23 JAN 2026 8:26AM by PIB Delhi
The Prime Minister, Narendra Modi paid tributes to the great Balasaheb Thackeray on his birth centenary,
remembering him as a towering figure who profoundly shaped Maharashtra’s socio-political landscape.
The Prime Minister said that Balasaheb Thackeray was known for his sharp intellect, powerful oratory and
uncompromising convictions, and commanded a unique connect with the people.
The Prime Minister noted that beyond politics, Balasaheb Thackeray was deeply passionate about culture,
literature and journalism. He recalled that Balasaheb’s career as a cartoonist reflected his keen observation
of society and his fearless commentary on a wide range of issues.
The Prime Minister added that he is greatly inspired by Balasaheb Thackeray’s vision for Maharashtra’s
progress and affirmed that efforts will always continue to fulfil that vision.
The Prime Minister wrote on X;
“On the birth centenary of the great Balasaheb Thackeray, we pay tribute to a towering figure who
profoundly shaped Maharashtra’s socio-political landscape.
Known for his sharp intellect, powerful oratory and uncompromising convictions, Balasaheb commanded
a unique connect with the people. In addition to politics, Balasaheb was deeply passionate about culture,
literature and journalism. His career as a cartoonist reflected his keen observation of society and his
fearless commentary on various issues.
We are greatly inspired by his vision for Maharashtra’s progress and will always work to fulfil it.”
On the birth centenary of the great Balasaheb Thackeray, we pay tribute to a
towering figure who profoundly shaped Maharashtra’s socio-political landscape.
Known for his sharp intellect, powerful oratory and uncompromising convictions,
Balasaheb commanded a unique connect with… pic.twitter.com/Gneeh5E9AP
— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) January 23, 2026महारााा सामाजक-राजकय परदृावर खोलवर प्रभाव टाकणार
दवंगत मा. बाळासाहब ठाकर यांा जन्मशताीनमत्त, या दग्गज व्यमाला भावपूण
आदरांजली.
तीक्ष्ण बुमत्ता, प्रभावी वृत्व आण ठाम वचारसरणीसाठी ओळखले जाणार बाळासाहब जनतेशी एक
अतीय नात े जपून… pic.twitter.com/3KFuZ8WPEk
— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) January 23, 2026
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