In a significant announcement, Prime Minister Narendra Modi took to microblogging site X to declare that veteran BJP leader LK Advani, the former deputy prime minister, is set to receive the Bharat Ratna, the highest civilian award in the country. Modi praised Advani’s remarkable political career, highlighting his substantial contribution to India’s progress and his journey from grassroots to serving as Deputy Prime Minister.
“He is one of our times’ most renowned politicians, and his contribution to India’s progress has been immense. His life began at the grassroots and has culminated in his service to the nation as our Deputy Prime Minister,” noted the prime minister. Expressing his delight at Advani’s recognition, Modi acknowledged the stalwart’s pivotal role as the BJP’s longest-serving president, steering the party through the transformative 1990s.
PM Modi commended Advani’s parliamentary contributions as exemplary and insightful, recognizing his leadership during the party’s formative years in coalition governments under former Prime Minister Atal Bihari Vajpayee.
The announcement of Bharat Ratna for LK Advani adds a prestigious chapter to his political legacy and is met with appreciation for his enduring dedication to the nation’s development.
Stay tuned for more updates on this significant honor for a political stalwart.