**Executive Summary**
This document, posted by the Prime Minister's Office on February 24, 2026, details Prime Minister Narendra Modi's tribute to the former Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu, J. Jayalalithaa ji, on her birth anniversary. The Prime Minister remembers her as a charismatic leader and outstanding administrator. Specific reflections were shared regarding her life and work during the month's Mann Ki Baat programme.
**Key Points / Main Content**
* **Tribute to J. Jayalalithaa:**
* Prime Minister Narendra Modi paid tribute to the former Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu, J. Jayalalithaa ji, on her birth anniversary.
* She was remembered as a charismatic leader and outstanding administrator.
* **Prime Minister's Reflections:**
* Shri Modi highlighted her transformative tenure as the Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu, where she championed welfare-driven governance with a steadfast focus on women empowerment, social justice, and inclusive development.
* The Prime Minister recalled his interactions with her with great joy.
* Shri Modi shared specific reflections he had made regarding her life and work during this month's Mann Ki Baat programme.
* **Prime Minister's Tweet (X):**
* A tweet from Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) on February 24, 2026, remembering Jayalalithaa Ji and her contributions was included. The tweet stated she had made a place in the hearts and minds of countless people as a charismatic leader and outstanding administrator.
* The Prime Minister's tweet was also posted in Tamil.
**Impact Analysis**
**General Public**
* **Impact:** Informs the public of the Prime Minister's tribute to J. Jayalalithaa ji.
* **Action Required:** No specific action is required.
**Followers of Narendra Modi**
* **Impact:** Provides insight into Prime Minister Modi's thoughts and appreciation for J. Jayalalithaa.
* **Action Required:** No specific action is required.
Key Entities Referenced
Narendra Modi: The Prime Minister of India who paid tributes to J. Jayalalithaa.
J. Jayalalithaa: The former Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu being commemorated.
Tamil Nadu: The state where J. Jayalalithaa served as Chief Minister.
Mann Ki Baat: Radio program where Narendra Modi discussed Jayalalithaa's life.
Prime Minister's Office
Prime Minister pays tributes to former CM of
Tamil Nadu, J. Jayalalithaa ji
Posted On: 24 FEB 2026 9:33AM by PIB Delhi
The Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi, paid rich tributes to the former Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu, J.
Jayalalithaa ji, on the occasion of her birth anniversary, today. The Prime Minister remembered her as a
charismatic leader and an outstanding administrator who earned a permanent place in the hearts and
minds.
Shri Modi highlighted her transformative tenure as the Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu, where she
championed welfare-driven governance with a steadfast focus on women empowerment, social justice,
and inclusive development.
The Prime Minister recalled his interactions with her with great joy. Shri Modi shared specific reflections
he had made regarding her life and work during this month’s Mann Ki Baat programme.
The Prime Minister wrote on X:
"Remembering Jayalalithaa Ji on her birth anniversary..She has made a place in the hearts and minds of
countless people as a charismatic leader and outstanding administrator. Her life journey was one of
immense grit and determination. As the Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu, she championed welfare-driven
governance with a strong focus on women empowerment, social justice and inclusive development. She
was both compassionate and decisive. I recall with great joy my interactions with her.
Here is what I had said about her in this month’s #MannKiBaat programme."
Remembering Jayalalithaa Ji on her birth anniversary. She has made a place in
the hearts and minds of countless people as a charismatic leader and
outstanding administrator. Her life journey was one of immense grit and
determination. As the Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu, she… pic.twitter.com/oqOSg
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— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) February 24, 2026
ெஜயலலிதா அவர்கைள அவரது பிறந்த நாளில் நிைனவுகூர்கிேறன். மனம் கவர்ந்த
தைலவர் மற்றும் தைலசிறந்த நிர்வாகியாக எண்ணற்ற மக்களின் இதயங்களிலும்,
மனங்களிலும் அவர் இடம் பிடித்துள்ளார். அவரது வாழ்க்ைகப் பயணம் மன உறுதி
மற்றும் தீர்மானத்துடன் இருந்தது. தமிழ்நாட்டின் முதலைமச்சர் என்ற முைறயில்,… pic.
twitter.com/cegS3CG7OW
— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) February 24, 2026***
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