PM Modi announces LK Advani to be honoured with Bharat Ratna

The Prime Minister expressed his deep respect for LK Advani, calling him one of the most respected statesmen of our times and acknowledging his monumental contribution to India’s development. The Prime Minister announced on X, formerly Twitter, that Shri LK Advani Ji would be awarded the Bharat Ratna, and also personally congratulated him on this honor. He highlighted Advani’s service as the Deputy Prime Minister in the Atal Bihari Vajpayee government and his leadership of several ministries. PM Modi praised Advani’s journey from grassroots work to serving as the nation’s Deputy Prime Minister and commended his exemplary parliamentary interventions and rich insights.

The Prime Minister credited Advani with setting an exemplary standard in political ethics during his tenure as the president of the BJP and also celebrated his unwavering commitment to transparency and integrity. He acknowledged Advani’s unparalleled efforts towards national unity and cultural resurgence. PM Modi expressed his emotional connection to the event, stating that the conferring of the Bharat Ratna on Advani was a very emotional moment for him. He considered it a privilege to have had countless opportunities to interact with and learn from the stalwart leader.