BJP stalwart LK Advani to be conferred with Bharat Ratna: PM Modi

New Delhi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi today announced Bharat Ratna, the country’s highest civilian honour, for BJP leader and former deputy prime minister L K Advani.

“I am very happy to inform that Lal Krishna Advani ji will be honoured with Bharat Ratna. Advani is one of the most respected politicians of our times who has made a significant contribution to India’s development.”