PM Modi, Haryana CM Saini Among BJP Leaders To Meet L.K. Advani On His 97th Birthday — IN PICS

PM Narendra Modi, Haryana CM Nayab Kumar Saini, and other BJP leaders visited L.K. Advani to celebrate his 97th birthday. See the photos here.

Veteran Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) leader L.K. Advani, who played a pivotal role in shaping the party into a national political force, celebrated his 97th birthday on Friday.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi took to Twitter to wish the stalwart, acknowledging Advani as one of India's most respected statesmen committed to the nation's development. "I went to Advani Ji's residence and wished him on his birthday," Modi shared on social media. (Photo: X/@NarendraModi)

Former President Ram Nath Kovind, who also visited Advani on his special day, hailed him as a "legendary statesman" and a "guiding light" in Indian politics. Kovind praised Advani's relentless dedication and visionary leadership, noting the lasting impact he has had on India's progress. (PTI Photo)

Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini was another prominent leader to meet Advani, extending his wishes on the occasion. (Photo: X/@NayabSainiBJP)

In a post on X (formerly Twitter), Saini wrote, "On the birthday of India's former Deputy Prime Minister, Bharat Ratna Shri Lal Krishna Advani, a key figure in the country's development and a guiding light for millions of BJP workers, I had the privilege to meet him. I pray to God for his long life, good health, and continued guidance." (Photo: X/@NayabSainiBJP)

BJP veteran Lal Krishna Advani becomes an active member of BJP under the nationwide 'Active Membership Campaign' of the party, in New Delhi, Tuesday, Oct. 22, 2024. (PTI Photo)

Advani, who served as BJP president for the longest tenure since the party's formation in 1980, led the party in several phases, including from 1986-1990, 1993-1998, and 2004-2005. His leadership and vision have been widely credited with the rise of the BJP. (PTI Photo)