Atal Bihari Vajpayee Shri Atal Bihari Vajpayee has been a patriotic social activist since early childhood, when the country was still under British colonial rule. He started writing poetry during school days. He has always been a poet at heart, with a keen social sensitivity. He develops an intimate relationship with fellow human beings and with the nation, expressing intense feelings in his poetry. He is a critically acclaimed poet. Shri Atal Bihari Vajpayee has been an influence on Indian society. He, as an illustrious parliamentarian and an intellectual with a deep understanding of national and international affairs, has been an active participant in shaping India’s post-Independence domestic and foreign policies. He commands respect for his liberal worldview and commitment to democratic ideals. He was the Prime Minister of India through three democratic mandates. Arvind Shah is a poet, translator and children’s writer. His publications include children’s books, poems and translations. His translations reflect the poet's sentiments.