Bharat Ratna For Lal Krishna Advani: Unknown facts about BJP Stalwart
Early Life
Born in Karachi, in present day Pakistan, on November 8, 1927, as a founding member, Advani through the years had served as the President of the Bharatiya Janata Party for the longest period since its inception in 1980, has led a long and eventful life.
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Passionate Writer
As a young man, Advani was an active writer and contributed articles to various journals. He even wrote a play called Amritasya Putra during his college days.
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RSS Link
While joining the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) is widely known, its interesting to note that he played a crucial role in establishing the RSS unit in Karachi, his birthplace.
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Champion of Press Freedom
Despite his association with the BJP, Advani played a critical role in safeguarding press freedom during the Janata Party government (1977-79). He abolished press censorship and repealed laws enacted during the Emergency, earning him respect from journalists.
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Ayodhya Rath Yatra
While the Rath Yatra is often remembered for its controversial aspects, its worth noting that Advani undertook the journey with the intention of garnering support for the construction of the Ram Mandir in Ayodhya through peaceful means.
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Shifting Views
Advanis political views have evolved over time. Initially seen as a hardline Hindutva leader, he later advocated for a more inclusive approach within the BJP, even opposing the Gujarat riots in 2002.
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Simplicity
Advani is known to be an avid reader with a vast personal library. He enjoys reading history, biographies, and political philosophy. Despite his political stature, Advani maintains a simple lifestyle. He lives in a modest apartment and shuns extravagant displays of wealth.
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Longest serving president
He holds the record for being the longest-serving president of the BJP (1986-1998). He is the author of several books, including his autobiography - My Journey. Despite his declining health, he remains active in public discourse and occasionally writes articles on issues close to his heart.
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