New Delhi, 08 November (H.S.): A havan was organised at the Bharatiya Janata Party’s (BJP) central office on Sunday to mark the 99th birthday of veteran party leader, former Deputy Prime Minister and Bharat Ratna awardee Lal Krishna Advani. BJP National President Nitin Nabin and several senior party leaders attended the ceremony. Prayers were offered for Advani’s good health and long life. With his 99th birthday, Advani has entered the 100th year of his life.

The havan was conducted between 10 a.m. and 10.30 a.m. Following the ceremony, a video presentation highlighting Advani’s life journey and some of his prominent speeches was screened. BJP president Nitin Nabin also addressed the gathering.

Extending birthday greetings to Advani in a post on the social media platform X, Nabin said his contribution to expanding the organisation, from the Jana Sangh to the BJP, and taking nationalist ideology to every section of society was unforgettable. He also recalled Advani’s significant role in transforming the Shri Ram Janmabhoomi movement into a mass movement.

The BJP president said Advani’s integrity in public life and unwavering commitment to the organisation continued to serve as a source of inspiration for party workers. He prayed to God for Advani’s good health and longevity.

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Hindusthan Samachar / Jun Sarkar