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	== Death and Memorial ==		== Death and Memorial ==
	Atal Bihari Vajpayee passed away on 16 August 2018 at the age of 93 at the All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS), New Delhi, after a prolonged illness. His death marked the end of an era in Indian politics, with leaders across the spectrum paying tribute to his statesmanship, oratory, and unifying spirit. The Government of India declared a seven-day state mourning, and the national flag was flown at half-mast throughout the country.		Atal Bihari Vajpayee passed away on 16 August 2018 at the age of 93 at the All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS), [[New Delhi]], after a prolonged illness. His death marked the end of an era in Indian politics, with leaders across the spectrum paying tribute to his statesmanship, oratory, and unifying spirit. The Government of India declared a seven-day state mourning, and the national flag was flown at half-mast throughout the country.

	Vajpayee’s funeral took place at the Smriti Sthal on the banks of the Yamuna River in Delhi, attended by dignitaries from India and abroad, along with thousands of citizens. His foster daughter Namita Bhattacharya performed the last rites. In his memory, several institutions and projects have been named, including the Atal Tunnel in Himachal Pradesh, Atal Setu bridges in multiple states, and the Atal Innovation Mission. Annual poetry recitations, memorial lectures, and public events continue to honor his contributions, ensuring that his legacy as a visionary leader and poet endures in India’s collective memory.<ref>{{Cite web \|title=Former PM Atal Bihari Vajpayee Passes Away at 93 \|url=https://indianexpress.com/article/india/atal-bihari-vajpayee-dead-5213243/ \|website=The Indian Express \|access-date=14 August 2025}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web \|title=Full military honours as nation bids farewell to poet prime minister Atal Bihari Vajpayee\|url=https://www.hindustantimes.com/india-news/atal-bihari-vajpayee-s-last-rites-at-4pm-today-at-delhi-s-smriti-sthal/story-8UPDAK2WuEK87PLRQxxJuJ.html\|website=Hindustan Times \|access-date=14 August 2025}}</ref>		Vajpayee’s funeral took place at the Smriti Sthal on the banks of the Yamuna River in Delhi, attended by dignitaries from India and abroad, along with thousands of citizens. His foster daughter Namita Bhattacharya performed the last rites. In his memory, several institutions and projects have been named, including the Atal Tunnel in Himachal Pradesh, Atal Setu bridges in multiple states, and the Atal Innovation Mission. Annual poetry recitations, memorial lectures, and public events continue to honor his contributions, ensuring that his legacy as a visionary leader and poet endures in India’s collective memory.<ref>{{Cite web \|title=Former PM Atal Bihari Vajpayee Passes Away at 93 \|url=https://indianexpress.com/article/india/atal-bihari-vajpayee-dead-5213243/ \|website=The Indian Express \|access-date=14 August 2025}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web \|title=Full military honours as nation bids farewell to poet prime minister Atal Bihari Vajpayee\|url=https://www.hindustantimes.com/india-news/atal-bihari-vajpayee-s-last-rites-at-4pm-today-at-delhi-s-smriti-sthal/story-8UPDAK2WuEK87PLRQxxJuJ.html\|website=Hindustan Times \|access-date=14 August 2025}}</ref>

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	}}'''Atal Bihari Vajpayee''' ~~(25 December 1924, 16 August 2018)~~ was a respected Indian statesman, a skilled speaker, and a founding leader of the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP). He served as Prime Minister of India three times, making history as the first non-Congress leader to finish a full term. He is best remembered for his forward-thinking governance, dedication to consensus politics, and poetic style. Under his leadership, India carried out the 1998 nuclear tests, launched significant infrastructure projects, and maintained a balanced diplomatic stance, especially with Pakistan. His lifetime of service earned him the Bharat Ratna, India’s highest civilian award, in 2015.<ref>{{Cite web \|title=Atal Bihari Vajpayee \|url=https://www.mapsofindia.com/who-is-who/government-politics/atal-bihari-vajpayee.html \|website=Mapsofindia.com \|access-date=14 August 2025}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web \|title=Shri Atal Bihari Vajpayee\|url=https://www.pmindia.gov.in/en/former_pm/shri-atal-bihari-vajpayee-2/\|website=Pmindia \|access-date=14 August 2025}}</ref>		}}'''Atal Bihari Vajpayee''' was a respected [[Indian]] statesman, a skilled speaker, and a founding leader of the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP). He served as Prime Minister of India three times, making history as the first non-Congress leader to finish a full term. He is best remembered for his forward-thinking governance, dedication to consensus politics, and poetic style. Under his leadership, India carried out the 1998 nuclear tests, launched significant infrastructure projects, and maintained a balanced diplomatic stance, especially with Pakistan. His lifetime of service earned him the Bharat Ratna, India’s highest civilian award, in 2015.<ref>{{Cite web \|title=Atal Bihari Vajpayee \|url=https://www.mapsofindia.com/who-is-who/government-politics/atal-bihari-vajpayee.html \|website=Mapsofindia.com \|access-date=14 August 2025}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web \|title=Shri Atal Bihari Vajpayee\|url=https://www.pmindia.gov.in/en/former_pm/shri-atal-bihari-vajpayee-2/\|website=Pmindia \|access-date=14 August 2025}}</ref>

	== Early Life and Education ==		== Early Life and Education ==

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	}}		}}'''Atal Bihari Vajpayee''' (25 December 1924 – 16 August 2018) was an Indian statesman, poet, and orator who served as the 10th [[Prime Minister of India]]. A co-founder of the [[Bharatiya Janata Party]] (BJP), he played a key role in shaping post-liberalization India.<ref>https://www.pmindia.gov.in/en/former_pm/atal-bihari-vajpayee/</ref>

	'''Atal Bihari Vajpayee''' (25 December 1924 – 16 August 2018) was an Indian statesman, poet, and orator who served as the 10th [[Prime Minister of India]]. A co-founder of the [[Bharatiya Janata Party]] (BJP), he played a key role in shaping post-liberalization India.<ref>https://www.pmindia.gov.in/en/former_pm/atal-bihari-vajpayee/</ref>

	== Early Life and Education ==		== Early Life and Education ==

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	\| birth_place = [[Gwalior]], [[Gwalior State]], [[British India]] (now [[Madhya Pradesh]])		\| birth_place = [[Gwalior]], Gwalior State, [[British India]] (now [[Madhya Pradesh]])
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	\| death_place = [[New Delhi]], [[India]]		\| death_place = [[New Delhi]], [[India]]
	\| resting_place = [[Sadaiv Atal]], New Delhi		\| resting_place = Sadaiv Atal, New Delhi
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	== Early Life and Education ==		== Early Life and Education ==
	'''Atal Bihari Vajpayee''' was born in [[Gwalior]] to Krishna Bihari Vajpayee and Krishna Devi. His father was a teacher and poet, which influenced Vajpayee's literary interests. He studied at Victoria College (now Laxmi Bai College), Gwalior and later completed his MA in Political Science from [[DAV College]], [[Kanpur]].<ref>https://www.britannica.com/biography/Atal-Bihari-Vajpayee</ref>		'''Atal Bihari Vajpayee''' was born in [[Gwalior]] to Krishna Bihari Vajpayee and Krishna Devi. His father was a teacher and poet, which influenced Vajpayee's literary interests. He studied at Victoria College (now Laxmi Bai College), Gwalior and later completed his MA in Political Science from DAV College, Kanpur.<ref>https://www.britannica.com/biography/Atal-Bihari-Vajpayee</ref>

	== Political Career ==		== Political Career ==
	Vajpayee joined the [[Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh]] (RSS) during his college days. He took part in the [[Quit India Movement]] and later became a founding member of the [[Bharatiya Jana Sangh]]. He was elected to the [[Lok Sabha]] in 1957 and gained recognition for his oratory skills.		Vajpayee joined the [[Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh]] (RSS) during his college days. He took part in the [[Quit India Movement]] and later became a founding member of the Bharatiya Jana Sangh. He was elected to the [[Lok Sabha]] in 1957 and gained recognition for his oratory skills.

	== Prime Minister of India ==		== Prime Minister of India ==
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	== Death and Memorial ==		== Death and Memorial ==
	He passed away on 16 August 2018 due to prolonged illness. He was cremated at '''[[Sadaiv Atal]]''' in [[New Delhi]] with full state honors.<ref>https://www.thehindu.com/news/national/atal-bihari-vajpayee-passes-away/article24699434.ece</ref>		He passed away on 16 August 2018 due to prolonged illness. He was cremated at '''Sadaiv Atal''' in [[New Delhi]] with full state honors.<ref>https://www.thehindu.com/news/national/atal-bihari-vajpayee-passes-away/article24699434.ece</ref>

	== Legacy ==		== Legacy ==
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	== See Also ==		== See Also ==
	* [[Prime Ministers of India]]		* [[Prime Ministers of India]]
	* [[Bharatiya Janata Party]]		* Bharatiya Janata Party
	* [[Kargil War]]		* Kargil War
	* [[Pokhran-II]]		* Pokhran-II
	* [[Golden Quadrilateral]]		* Golden Quadrilateral

	== References ==		== References ==
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			[[Category:Prime Ministers of India]]
			[[Category:Indian poets]]
			[[Category:Bharatiya Janata Party politicians]]
			[[Category:Recipients of the Bharat Ratna Award]]
			[[Category:Recipients of the Padma Vibhushan Award]]
			[[Category:1924 births]]
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	== See Also ==		== See Also ==
	* ~~Prime Ministers of India~~		* [[Bharatiya Janata Party]]
	* Bharatiya Janata Party		* [[Narendra Modi]]
	* ~~Kargil War~~		* [[Amit Shah]]
	* ~~Pokhran-II~~		* [[Yogi Adityanath]]
	* ~~Golden Quadrilateral~~

	== References ==		== References ==