New Delhi. Veteran leader of Indian politics and former Deputy Prime Minister of the country, Lal Krishna Advani is entering the 100th year of his life on Sunday, November 8. Congratulating him on this special occasion, Prime Minister Narendra Modi has remembered his long political journey and contribution to nation building through a special article.
In his article, Prime Minister Modi mentioned many important milestones related to Advani's life. He recalled the challenges Advani faced during the Partition period and his struggle to start life afresh after displacement. Along with this, his important role in strengthening Bharatiya Jana Sangh and in taking forward the establishment and organization of Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) was appreciated.
PM Modi also remembered the Emergency period in his article. He told how Lal Krishna Advani fought to protect democracy during the Emergency. Apart from this, his historic Rath Yatra from Somnath to Ayodhya was also described as an important chapter of Indian politics.
The Prime Minister also underlined Advani's political career as well as his contribution in serving the country while in the government. Through his article he respectfully remembered Advani's struggle, organizational ability and his role in Indian politics.
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