New Delhi. The Government of India has awarded Bharat Ratna to former Deputy Prime Minister and Home Minister Lal Krishna Advani. Prime Minister Narendra Modi posted this information on social media.

Prime Minister Modi posted on social media platform I also spoke to him and congratulated him on being honored with this honour. One of the most respected politicians of our times, his contribution to India’s development is unforgettable.

He said that his life started from working at the grassroots level to serving the country as our Deputy Prime Minister. He also made his mark as our Home Minister and Information and Broadcasting Minister. His parliamentary interventions have always been exemplary and full of rich insights.

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