New Delhi, Aug. 16 -- Prime Minister Narendra Modi today paid tributes to former Prime Minister and Bharat Ratna awardee Atal Bihari Vajpayee on the occasion of his death anniversary.
In his post on social media platform X, Modi recalled Vajpayee's contributions to the nation and lauded his vision for a self-reliant India.
The Prime Minister wrote: "Remembering Atal Ji on his Punya Tithi. His dedication and spirit of service towards the all-round progress of India continue to inspire everyone in building a developed and self-reliant India."
Vajpayee, a founding member of the Bharatiya Janata Party and one of India's most respected statesmen, served as Prime Minister thrice, including a full term from 1999 to 2004. He was conferred with t...