Born in Karachi, LK Advani moved to India during Partition in 1947.
He became a central figure in the BJP’s growth and served three terms as its president.
His Rath Yatra changed the politics of India.
Post inauguration of Ram temple in Ayodhya, L K Advani was honoured with the Bharat Ratna, India’s highest civilian honour, in March 2024.
President Droupadi Murmu presented the award at his residence in the presence of PM Narendra Modi.
He served as Union home minister in the Atal Bihari Vajpayee government and as deputy prime minister from 2002 to 2004.
The BJP will celebrate veteran leader and former deputy prime minister L K Advani’s 99th birthday at its national headquarters on Sunday, with a 'hawan' and prayers for his long life and good health.
BJP president Nitin Nabin and Union Commerce minister Piyush Goyal will address the gathering in the presence of Advani’s daughter, Pratibha Advani.
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