India, Dec. 26 -- Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini on Thursday said to commemorate the birth centenary of former prime minister Atal Bihari Vajpayee, the State Government has decided to name at least one public place in each of the state's 87 urban local bodies after him.

He said that statues of Vajpayee will also be installed at these locations, so that his ideals of democracy, national unity, and transparent governance continue to guide society.

The chief minister said that, in addition, several institutions will be established in the name of Vajpayee to spread awareness about his life, thoughts, and invaluable contributions, especially among the youth. Saini paid tributes to Bharat Ratna Vajpayee, describing him as a visionar...