Today’s Announcement: Lal Krishna Advani to Receive Bharat Ratna
This morning, Prime Minister Narendra Modi declared that BJP veteran Lal Krishna Advani would be conferred with the Bharat Ratna, India’s highest civilian award. Describing it as an “emotional moment,” the Prime Minister emphasized Advani’s esteemed status as one of the most respected statesmen of our era. Modi lauded Advani’s monumental contribution to India’s development, underscoring the significance of this prestigious honor.
PM Modi's Announcement: Shri LK Advani to Receive Bharat Ratna
In a statement shared on X, formerly Twitter, Prime Minister Modi expressed his joy at the news of Shri LK Advani Ji being awarded the Bharat Ratna. He personally congratulated Advani Ji on this esteemed honor.
Mr. Advani has a distinguished career, having served as the Deputy Prime Minister in the government led by Atal Bihari Vajpayee, as well as holding various ministerial positions. He was a member of both Houses of Parliament from 1970 to 2019.
PM Modi praised Advani Ji’s journey, starting from grassroots work to becoming the Deputy Prime Minister, highlighting his contributions as Home Minister and I&B Minister. He commended Advani Ji’s exemplary parliamentary interventions, characterized by profound insights.
Furthermore, PM Modi lauded the former BJP president for setting an exemplary standard in political ethics. He emphasized Advani Ji’s decades-long commitment to transparency, integrity, and national unity, along with his significant contributions to cultural resurgence.