Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday announced that veteran BJP leader LK Advani will be conferred the Bharat Ratna, the highest civilian award in India.
PM Modi’s post read, “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.” The Prime Minister went on to commend Advani as one of the most respected statesmen of our times, highlighting his monumental contribution to the development of India. - Newsx
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Advani’s Rath Yatra led to communal tensions in many parts of the country, but also catalysed the rise of the BJP as a national political force. His contribution to the BJP’s present-day stature is undeniable.
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh expressed gratitude to Prime Minister Narendra Modi for conferring the Bharat Ratna upon former Union Minister LK Advani. Singh praised Advani s significant contributions to the country s development, democracy, and national unity. Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath also congratulated Advani, recognizing his decades of service and commitment towards the nation s integrity.