Remembering former Prime Minister and BJP leader Atal Bihari Vajpayee on his 100th birthday anniversary, Prime Minister Narendra Modi wrote that he still “stands tall as a statesman who continues to inspire countless people.”
Prime Minister Modi wrote, “Today, 25th December is a very special day for all of us. Our nation marks the 100th Jayanti of our beloved former Prime Minister, Shri Atal Bihari Vajpayee Ji. He stands tall as a statesman who continues to inspire countless people”.
Today, on Atal Ji’s 100th birth anniversary, penned a few thoughts on his monumental contribution to our nation and how his efforts transformed many lives.https://t.co/mFwp6s0uNX
— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) December 25, 2024
Recalling the “architect of India’s transition”, PM Modi wrote, “When he took oath as PM in 1998 our nation had passed through a period of political instability. In about 9 years we had seen 4 Lok Sabha elections. The people of India were getting impatient and also sceptical about governments being able to deliver. It was Atal Ji who turned this tide by providing stable and effective governance. Coming from humble roots, he realised the struggles of the common citizen and the transformative power of effective governance.”
PM Modi claimed the political stalwart’s regime marked a gigantic leap in the world of Information Technology, telecom and communications. The PM further added that it was under Vajpayee’s rule that the NDA Government made the first serious attempt to make technology accessible to the common citizens. “One can see the long-term impact of Atal Ji’s leadership in so many sectors around us. His era marked a gigantic leap in the world of Information Technology, telecom and communications. This was particularly important for a nation like ours, which is also blessed with a very dynamic Yuva Shakti. The NDA Government under Atal Ji made the first serious attempt to make technology accessible to the common citizens.
The PM also praised the former PM for all the development works undertaken under his government, from Golden Quadrilateral Project to Delhi Metro project among others. At the same time, there was foresight in connecting India. Even today, most people recall the Golden Quadrilateral Project, which connected the length and breadth of India.
Equally notable were the Vajpayee Government’s efforts to enhance local connectivity as well through initiatives like the Pradhan Mantri Gram Sadak Yojana. Similarly, his Government gave a push to metro connectivity by doing extensive work for the Delhi Metro, which stands out as a world-class infrastructure project. Thus, the Vajpayee Government not only boosted economic growth but also brought distant regions closer, fostering unity and integration,” he added.
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