Remembering the “Bhishma Pitamah of Indian Politics”: Atal Bihari Vajpayee
On December 25, 1924 the visionary leader and the Prime Minister of India Atal Bihari Vajpayee was born into a simple and traditional family. He is celebrated by the nation for his relentless contributions which includes Pokhran Nuclear Tests (1998), Golden Quadrilateral Highway Connectivity, Sarva Shiksha Abhiyan, Reclamation of Indian territory (Kargil War-1999), New Telecom Policy, Modernization of Economy, Pravasi Bharatiya Divas (honouring Indian Diaspora globally), and significant GDP growth during his successful tenure from 1999-2004.
Many National Leaders and the politicians in India paid their respect to former PM Vajpayee on his 100th birth anniversary.
“On the birth centenary of former Prime MInister Atal Bihari Vajpayee, I paid tribute to him by visiting the “Saidhaiv Atal” memorial. Atal ji’s dedication towards good governance and public welfare will continue to guide future generations” – Amit Shah, Union Home Minister
“Atal Ji stands tall as a statesman who continues to inspire countless people”- EAM S.Jaishankar.