Lal Krishna Advani to be conferred with Bharat Ratna
Lal Krishna (LK) Advani, the person who gave rise to BJP with his bold moves and political understanding is going to be felicitated with the highest civilian award Bharat Ratna. The announcement was made by Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday through a post on X.
PM Modi shared his pictures with Mr. Advani as he met the senior BJP leader to congratulate him for the award. On his post on X, he wrote, “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…”
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
BJP faction overjoyed with the announcement
Mr. Advani has played a significant role in shaping the future of BJP. He is one of the most respected political personalities in the party currently. So, the BJP faction is really happy with this announcement. Many prominent leaders and ministers have shared their best wishes with Mr. Advani.
Rajnath Singh, the Union Defense Minister shared a post on X in which he expressed his feelings about the milestone leader. Praising Advani, the defense minister wrote, “…He is a symbol of purity, dedication and determination in politics. The significant contribution that Advani ji has made to the country’s development and nation-building in various roles during his long public life is unforgettable and inspiring.”
हम सबके प्रेरणास्रोत एवं देश के वरिष्ठ नेता, श्रद्धेय लाल कृष्ण आडवाणी जी को भारत रत्न दिये जाने के निर्णय से बड़े हर्ष और आनंद की अनुभूति हुई है। वे राजनीति में शुचिता, समर्पण और दृढ़ संकल्प के प्रतीक हैं। आडवाणीजी ने अपने लंबे सार्वजनिक जीवन में अनेक भूमिकाओं में, देश के विकास… pic.twitter.com/bHfvkI354Q
— Rajnath Singh (@rajnathsingh) February 3, 2024
Further, Uttar Pradesh Deputy CM Brajesh Pathak says, “We all extended heartiest congratulations to Lal Krishna Advani. The kind of work that has been done in the state and across the country under his leadership. He took the country to new heights during his tenure. I also express gratitude to the PM for announcing Bharat Ratna for him.”
Also, Union Minister Nitin Gadkari expressed his joy over the news and shared a post that said, “The announcement of Bharat Ratna to the senior most leader of the country and our guide respected Lal Krishna Advani ji is very pleasant and joyful. Advani ji has played an important role in the reconstruction of the country after independence. Advani ji is a living example of purity in politics. I congratulate Prime Minister Shri for declaring Advani ji as ‘Bharat Ratna’. I thank Advani ji and pray for Advani ji’s health and long life.”
Union Minister Piyush Goyal says, “Our dear Lal Krishna Advani Ji has been conferred with the Bharat Ratna. I would like to thank Prime Minister Narendra Modi for this very, very timely and noble decision to recognize the services and work done by ‘Dada’ as we all fondly call him. Somebody who has served the party and the nation for his entire life, who has dedicated himself to the people of India for over 70 years of public service. We are indeed very proud and delighted that Lal Krishna Advani Ji will be conferred with the Bharat Ratna.”
On the announcement of Bharat Ratna for veteran BJP leader Lal Krishna Advani, Union Minister Anurag Thakur says, “One of the tallest leaders of independent India who is known as a statesman, someone who expanded the BJP and the one who undertook Yatra for Ram Temple – the decision taken by PM Modi to confer the Bharat Ratna upon such a man, LK Advani has made crores of Indians very happy. I express gratitude to him and congratulate LK Advani.”
Family of LK Advani is overwhelmed
Jayant Advani, veteran BJP leader LK Advani’s son says, “My family and I are extremely delighted on this new development. I would like to thank PM Narendra Modi for conferring this award on my father. My father’s contribution to public life has been immense and it is wonderful to note that at this stage in his life, his efforts are being recognised in this magnificent way.”
Pratibha Advani, veteran BJP leader LK Advani’s daughter says, “The entire family and I are very happy that he has been given the highest civilian award in the country. He is very happy. He said that he dedicated his entire life to the service of the country. He thanks the PM as well as the people of the country that he is being given this award at this stage in his life.”
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Opposition has mixed reactions to the decision
This decision definitely is supported by theruling government wholeheartedly but the opposition has given a mixed bag of reactions. On the announcement of Bharat Ratna for veteran BJP leader Lal Krishna Advani, Congress leader Sandeep Dikshit says, “Greetings to him. BJP and PM Modi thought of LK Advani very late. He has been a tall leader of their party. The position that the BJP is in today – its foundation was laid by LK Advani…The way in which the BJP behaved with him was not good but now that he is being awarded the Bharat Ratna, best wishes to him.”
Assam CM Himanta Biswa Sarma posted, “Conferring the Bharat Ratna on Adarniya Lal Krishna Advani is fitting tribute towards his gigantic contribution in nation building. He is an inspiration to millions of Indians. His rise from humble origins is a shining example of conviction and courage in politics, and adherence to strong ideals and values.”
Shiv Sena (UBT) leader Anand Dubey did congratulate Mr. Advani on getting Bharat Ratna but he also questioned, when will Veer Savarkar and Balasaheb Thackeray get Bharat Ratna? He said, “We came to know just now that the Lal Krishna Advani is being awarded with the Bharat Ratna. This is a matter of great joy. He always did the politics of humility and tried to bring everyone together. He strengthened the flag of Hinduism. But when will Veer Savarkar and Balasaheb Thackeray get Bharat Ratna?. Both of these great personalities are not being given Bharat Ratna. We have been demanding this but the Government has not conferred the Bharat Ratna on them for 10 years now. Why do they they think of them only during elections? You don’t have the intentions.”
Akhilesh Yadav took a jibe at the decision and said, “This honour (Bharat Ratna) is being given by them to save their votes.”
