Delhi CM Rekha Gupta Pays Tribute to Atal Bihari Vajpayee on Death Anniversary
Chief Minister recalls former PM's commitment to national service and his message of inclusive, consensus-driven politics.
NEW DELHI, August 16, 2026: Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta paid tribute to former Prime Minister and Bharat Ratna Atal Bihari Vajpayee on his death anniversary, remembering his lifelong dedication to the country and his belief in taking everyone along in public life.
Gupta said Vajpayee devoted himself completely to national service and continued working for the country throughout his political career.
“TAKE EVERYONE ALONG”
Recalling Vajpayee's different roles as a political leader, Leader of the Opposition and Prime Minister, Gupta said he consistently emphasised the importance of including every section of society.
She said his message was that everyone in the country should be taken along and every individual should be cared for.
LEADERS REMEMBER VAJPAYEE
Several BJP leaders across the country also paid tribute to the former Prime Minister and highlighted his contribution to Indian politics and nation-building.
In Patna, BJP MP Ravi Shankar Prasad described Vajpayee as a major national leader who helped advance the country and contributed to strengthening the BJP from its Jana Sangh era.
RESPECT ACROSS POLITICAL LINES
In Ranchi, Jharkhand Assembly Leader of Opposition Babulal Marandi remembered Vajpayee as an “Ajatashatru”, describing him as a leader respected across political divisions.
Marandi also credited Vajpayee with playing a key role in the creation of Jharkhand.
BJP MLA Navin Jaiswal recalled Vajpayee not only as a political leader but also as a poet and influential orator whose speeches attracted people from different backgrounds.
LEGACY OF CONSENSUS
The leaders said Vajpayee's emphasis on democratic values, national service and consensus-based politics continues to influence political workers and citizens.
His legacy is being remembered as one that extended beyond party politics and focused on bringing people together.
KEY POINTS
Delhi CM Rekha Gupta paid tribute to Atal Bihari Vajpayee on his death anniversary.
She recalled his lifelong dedication to national service.
Gupta highlighted Vajpayee's message of taking everyone along.
BJP leaders across several states also remembered his contribution.
Ravi Shankar Prasad praised his role in strengthening the BJP.
Babulal Marandi recalled Vajpayee's role in the creation of Jharkhand.
Leaders highlighted Vajpayee's democratic and consensus-driven approach.
