Tributes Paid to Atal Bihari Vajpayee on Anniversary

On August 16, 2024, India marked the sixth death anniversary of former Prime Minister Atal Bihari Vajpayee, with President Droupadi Murmu, Prime Minister Narendra Modi, and Vice President Jagdeep Dhankhar leading tributes at his memorial, 'Sadaiv Atal'. Various dignitaries, including Union ministers and political leaders, participated in the ceremony, honoring Vajpayee's legacy as a respected politician and orator who significantly contributed to the BJP's rise during the coalition era of the 1990s. Vajpayee served as Prime Minister three times, with his most notable tenure from 1998 to 2004, known for infrastructure development and economic reforms. He was awarded the Bharat Ratna, India's highest civilian honor, in 2015, and passed away in 2018 at the age of 93. His contributions to Indian politics and governance have left a lasting impact, remembered fondly by leaders and citizens alike.