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Atal Bihari Vajpayee succeeded P. V. Narasimha Rao as the Prime Minister of India. Vajpayee, a seasoned politician and member of the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), served three terms as Prime Minister, from 1998 to 2004. During his tenure, he focused on economic liberalization, infrastructure development, and improved relations with neighboring countries. Vajpayee is remembered for his leadership, oratorical skills, and the "India Shining" campaign.