In Pics| PM Modi Celebrates BJP Stalwart L K Advani's 93rd Birthday, Calls Him A 'Living Inspiration'

L K Advani had a reputation as an efficient and honest - if at times ruthless - administrator with considerable analytical skills. He is well known as a cricket and Bollywood buff and an enthusiast for the writings of Alvin Toffler about the need to adapt to a changing world. (Photo by Sonu Mehta/Hindustan Times via Getty Images)

LK Advani's journey into the political wilderness coincided with the rise of Narendra Modi and Modi led the BJP to power in 2014, Advani took the backseat along with the other senior leaders of BJP, helping Modi and Amit Shah to evolve, guiding them on every path. (Photo by Ritesh Shukla/NurPhoto via Getty Images)