Prime Minister Narendra Modi has shared on his social media app, ‘EkS’, the news of conferring the Bharat Ratna, India’s highest civilian award, upon Lal Krishna Advani.
Lal Krishna Advani: A Profile of the Bharat Ratna Awardee
Lal Krishna Advani is a senior Indian politician who served as the Deputy Prime Minister of India from 1998 to 2004. As a founding member of the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), he played pivotal roles as the party’s president and Home Minister. Advani, at the age of 96, will be India’s 50th recipient of the Bharat Ratna. Born on November 8, 1927, in Karachi, Pakistan, he migrated to Jaipur, Rajasthan, after the partition in 1947.
Advani’s Stalwart Contributions to Indian Politics
Recognized for his extensive and illustrious contributions to Indian politics, Advani is honored with the Bharat Ratna. He remained a prominent leader of the BJP, contributing significantly to the party’s national prominence. Notably, he led the Ram Janmabhoomi Andolan, a movement of great significance.
Expressing Gratitude upon Receiving Bharat Ratna
Upon receiving the Bharat Ratna, Advani expressed profound humility and gratitude. He acknowledged that the honor is not just for him but also for the people of India and his colleagues. His daughter, Pratibha Advani, shared his joy, expressing that her father dedicated his entire life in service to the nation, and she is immensely proud of him.
Prime Minister Modi’s Remarks
Prime Minister Modi welcomed the announcement of conferring Bharat Ratna upon LK Advani, acknowledging his unparalleled contributions to India’s development. Modi emphasized that Advani’s life journey, starting from grassroots work to serving as Deputy Prime Minister, is exemplary. He praised Advani’s parliamentary interventions for their insight and richness.
Advani’s Impact on National Unity and Cultural Renaissance
Modi highlighted Advani’s unique efforts in advancing national unity and cultural renaissance. The Prime Minister expressed deep emotions, stating that conferring Bharat Ratna upon Advani was a profoundly moving moment for him. He considers it a privilege to have had conversations with Advani and to have learned from his invaluable experiences.
