9-Oct-2018: Prime Minister to unveil 64-ft-tall statue of Sir Chhotu Ram

Prime Minister Narendra Modi will unveil a 64-feet-tall statue of peasant leader Sir Chhotu Ram at the latter's native village in Sampla in Haryana's Rohtak district. The contributions of Sir Chhotu Ram to society cannot be forgotten. He is an inspiration for our future generations.

Renowned sculptor and Padma Bhushan recipient Ram Vanji Sutar has sculpted the 64-feet-tall statue. As many as 5,500 farmers from the state donated from half kg to two kg iron for construction of the statue.

The unveiling of Sir Chhotu Ram's statue is an honour for all the farmers in the country. On the occasion, the prime minister will visit the museum based on Sir Chhotu Ram's life, where scenes recreated from his life and items belonging to the farmer leader would be put on display.