Date: February 3, 2024
In a momentous announcement today, Prime Minister Narendra Modi revealed that veteran Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) leader Lal Krishna Advani will be honored with the prestigious Bharat Ratna, India’s highest civilian award. Describing it as an “emotional moment,” PM Modi lauded Advani as one of the most respected statesmen of our times, acknowledging his monumental contribution to India’s development.
PM Modi shared his joy on X, formerly Twitter, stating, “I am very happy to share that Shri LK Advani Ji will be conferred the Bharat Ratna. I also spoke to him and congratulated him on being conferred this honor.”
dvani’s illustrious political career includes serving as the Deputy Prime Minister in the Atal Bihari Vajpayee government and heading various ministries. He was a dedicated member of both Houses of Parliament from 1970 to 2019.
The Prime Minister commended Advani’s journey from grassroots activism to the pinnacle of national leadership. “His is a life that started from working at the grassroots to serving the nation as our Deputy Prime Minister. He distinguished himself as our Home Minister and I&B Minister as well. His Parliamentary interventions have always been exemplary, full of rich insights,” stated PM Modi.
Furthermore, PM Modi highlighted Advani’s role in setting an exemplary standard in political ethics, praising his decades-long service marked by an unwavering commitment to transparency and integrity. The former BJP president’s efforts towards national unity and cultural resurgence were also acknowledged.
Expressing his personal connection to the moment, PM Modi said, “The conferring of the Bharat Ratna on him is a very emotional moment for me. I will always consider it my privilege that I got countless opportunities to interact with him and learn from him.”
This announcement follows the recent posthumous Bharat Ratna conferred upon former Chief Minister of Bihar, Karpoori Thakur, last month, after 35 years since his demise. The decision to honor LK Advani with the Bharat Ratna adds another distinguished name to the list of recipients of this prestigious award.
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