Kisan Ghat

Kisan Ghat (transl. Farmer’s memorial) is a historical landmark at Raj Ghat, New Delhi, marking the cremation site of Chaudhary Charan Singh, the fifth prime minister of India, who was a prominent farmer leader known for his advocacy for the agricultural community. His birth date, 23 December, is celebrated as Kisan Diwas in India.^{[1][2][3][4][5]}

Former prime minister Manmohan Singh and Ajit Singh paying floral tribute to the late Ch. Charan Singh.

Description

Kisan Ghat is built in a simple design to denote the humble origins of Charan Singh. The memorial is built in a square shape using marble. The memorial is surrounded by thick shrubs on all sides that make it impressive. Ironically, according to most historians, Chaudhary Charan Singh's memorial is located close to the memorial of Congress leaders whom he opposed.^[6]

Historical significance

Charan Singh served as the prime minister of India from July 1979 to January 1980. His policies and advocacy played an important role in shaping India's agricultural landscape.^[7]

Smt. Pratibha Patil paying floral tribute at Kisan Ghat