Jyoti Basu, in his lifetime, became a symbol for the Left, democratic and secular forces in the country. The Polit Bureau of the CPI (M) calls for a year-long celebration of the birth centenary of Jyoti Basu beginning from July 8, 2013. The centenary will be observed by holding meetings, seminars and a special campaign to propagate the life and contributions of this invaluable leader.