Indian President Droupadi Murmu presented the prestigious Bharat Ratna award to veteran politician LK Advani at his residence, in the presence of high-level dignitaries such as Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Vice President Jagdeep Dhankhar, and Home Minister Amit Shah. Known for his cultural nationalist beliefs and tireless efforts in shaping the socio-political landscape of India, Advani's seven-decade long dedication to the nation was recognized at the ceremony. The post on X by the Rashtrapati Bhavan also highlighted Advani's role in safeguarding India's democracy during the Emergency.