Feature: Prime Minister Narendra Modi announced on Saturday that veteran Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) leader LK Advani will be conferred with Bharat Ratna, India’s highest civilian award. In a tweet, PM Modi expressed his happiness and congratulated Advani on this prestigious honor.
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 honour. One of the most respected statesmen of our times, his contribution to the development of India is monumental. His is a… pic.twitter.com/Ya78qjJbPK
— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) February 3, 2024
The announcement recognizes LK Advani’s significant contributions to Indian politics, particularly his leadership during the Rath Yatra for the construction of Ayodhya’s Ram Temple in the early 1990s. The Bharat Ratna is a testament to Advani’s enduring legacy and his impact on the political landscape of the country.
