December 23 is celebrated as the birth anniversary of Chaudhary Charan Singh. This day is also observed as Kisan Diwas
He was an Indian politician and a freedom fighter who served as the 5th Prime Minister of India. Here are popular quotes by him:
"The true India resides in its villages."
"The farmer is the master of this country, but he has forgotten his power."
"Have patience! In time, even grass becomes milk."
"Even for our enemies in misery, there should be tears in our eyes."
"A nation can prosper only when its rural sector is upgraded and its purchasing power is high."