India celebrates Good Governance Day today, marking the 101st birth anniversary of former Prime Minister Atal Bihari Vajpayee. Born in 1924, the legendary statesman, poet, and orator served as India's 10th Prime Minister three times, leaving an indelible mark on the nation’s progress.
Vajpayee's legacy spans from his participation in the 1942 Quit India Movement to becoming the first non-Congress PM to complete a full term. A prolific writer known for "Meri Ekyaban Kavitaye," his verses often resonated within the Parliament.
Key Highlights:
Honors: Awarded the Bharat Ratna in 2014 and Padma Vibhushan for his lifelong service.
Good Governance: December 25 was designated in 2014 to honor his vision of transparent administration.
Political Giant: Elected to Lok Sabha nine times; record-holder for his parliamentary tenure.
Across the country, leaders paid floral tributes to the visionary who laid the foundation for modern India's infrastructure and development.