Swaraj India statement on the sad demise of Shri Atal Behari Vajpayee

Swaraj India joins the nation in mourning the demise of former prime minister and illustrious parliamentarian Shri Atal Behari Vajpayee. At this moment of grief, the party extends condolences to the family of the departed soul.

Some aspects of Atal ji’s long and distinguished political career are a source of learning for every Indian, especially in the present context. His insistence on following "Rajdharma" in the context of 2002 Gujarat riots and his message of "Insaaniyat" in the context of Kashmir should be a guiding light for every government.

Atal ji’s leadership of a coalition government with very diverse parties & personalities, his readiness to acknowledge the work done by his predecessors and his respect for ideological and political opponents is a lesson for political leaders today.

May his soul rest in peace.