(This article was first published on 17 August 2018 and is being republished from The Quint's archives to mark the birth anniversary of former Prime Minister Atal Bihari Vajpayee.)
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We are all acquainted with former Prime Minister Atal Bihari Vajpayee’s political prowess, but do we know other facets about him?
Take a look at these shades of Atal Bihari Vajpayee on his 96th birth anniversary.
The Man Who Embraced Every Faith & Culture
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Vajpayee and the Indian Film Industry
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The Man Who Loved Company of Friends
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The Politician Who Was Tolerant of the Opposition
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The PM Who Doted on Dogs
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