Sometimes the courage, vision and self-power of a leader changes the direction of history. Former Prime Minister of India Atal Bihari Vajpayee was one such leader. One night when a nuclear attack on India was threatened, the answer he gave was not just a politician but a true patriot.
Let’s know the story of that night and the things related to Vajpayee’s life that fill every Indian with pride.
When the call came from America at midnight
It was a quiet night. Atal Bihari Vajpayee was sleeping. Suddenly a phone call came from America at midnight. On the other side was the then President of America Bill Clinton.
Clinton warned that if you do not call back your army, Pakistan would make a nuclear attack on you. On this, Atal Bihari Vajpayee said without fear that I am ready to lose half of my land, but tomorrow Pakistan will not be able to see the morning sun in the world map. This was not just an answer. This was the statement of sovereignty, self -sufficiency and pride of India.
How many times Atal Bihari Vajpayee became Prime Minister
In India’s democratic history, Atal Bihari Vajpayee’s name is written in golden letters. He became the Prime Minister of India thrice.
First time: 16 May to 1 June 1996 (13 days)
Second time: 1998 to 1999
Third time: 19 March 1999 to 22 May 2004
He served as Prime Minister of India 6 years, 2 months and 19 days in total.