BJP stalwart LK Advani to be conferred Bharat Ratna. PM Modi made the announcement. L.K. Advani, full name Lal Krishna Advani, is an Indian politician who has played a prominent role in the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), a major political party in India. He was born on November 8, 1927. Advani has served as the Deputy Prime Minister of India and held various ministerial portfolios. He is considered one of the key leaders who played a pivotal role in the growth of the BJP. Advani is known for his contributions to Indian politics, especially during the period when the BJP rose to prominence.