Union ministers, senior leaders of the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) and many prominent leaders of opposition parties wished Prime Minister Narendra Modi on his 76th birthday on Thursday. The leaders wished the Prime Minister good health and long life. BJP leaders underlined his contributions to public service, development, public welfare and good governance. Prime Minister Modi was born on 17 September 1950 in Vadnagar, Gujarat. This year, along with his birthday, completion of 25 years of public service as an elected representative has also been mentioned.
Amit Shah told the story of 'tenance, sacrifice and unwavering resolve'
Union Home Minister Amit Shah described Prime Minister Modi as a symbol of tireless hard work, sacrifice and foresight. He said that Modi's life is a saga of tenacity, sacrifice and unwavering determination.
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Rajnath Singh underlined development and good governance
Defense Minister Rajnath Singh said that under the leadership of Prime Minister Modi, India is moving towards the goal of 'Developed India' by making progress in the fields of infrastructure, digital connectivity, public welfare, innovation and entrepreneurship.
He said that the Prime Minister has placed good governance and public service at the center of the nation's development journey. Rajnath Singh also mentioned making the administration more transparent, accountable and citizen-centric.
Blessing lamp will be lit in Delhi
Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta, while wishing Prime Minister Narendra Modi on his birthday, said on Thursday that under his leadership the capital is moving forward with new momentum, new strength and new confidence. Gupta said in a post on 'X' that the face of the city is changing and with it new facilities, new opportunities and new hopes are being added to the lives of people.
He said, “Respected Prime Minister, your dedication towards the service of Mother India and your resolve to continuously take the nation forward is an inspiration for all of us.” Gupta sought the blessings of Baba Kashi Vishwanath for the Prime Minister and extended best wishes to him on his birthday on behalf of all the people of Delhi.
The BJP and the Delhi government will organize various programs in the national capital under the 'Seva Sankalp Abhiyan' from September 17 to October 17 to mark Prime Minister Modi's completion of 25 years as an elected representative. Under Ashirwad ka Diya, 1.25 lakh lamps will be lit on the duty path of Delhi on Thursday evening. The event will be dedicated to the Prime Minister's service, dedication and commitment towards nation building on the occasion of his completion of 25 years as the elected representative.
Earlier, Gupta has appealed to every family of Delhi to light a lamp as part of the campaign between 6 pm to 7 pm on Thursday and pray for Modi's good health, longevity and continued strength in the service of Maa Bharati. On the occasion of Modi's birthday, the Delhi government is also organizing a huge blood donation camp at Thyagaraj Stadium and 108 Kundiya Yagya at Khatu Shyam Dilli Dham and will start 'Namo Shramik Seva Kendra' for the workers.
Piyush Goyal called PM Modi 'Karmayogi'
Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal described Prime Minister Modi as 'Karmayogi' and said that he has dedicated every moment of his life to national service and public welfare.
Goyal said that under the leadership of the Prime Minister, new opportunities were created for the youth, work was done towards empowering women, making farmers self-reliant and connecting the deprived sections with the mainstream of development.
Also mentioned about 'Developed India 2047'
Union Minister Kiren Rijiju, while wishing the Prime Minister on his birthday, expressed hope that Modi will continue to take the country forward towards the goal of 'Developed India-2047'.
Union Minister C.R. Patil noted the Prime Minister's commitment to public service, good governance and development while keeping national interests paramount.
He said that the ongoing efforts towards building a self-reliant and developed India strengthen the resolve of the citizens of the country for a bright future.
Anil Baluni and Sambit Patra also congratulated
BJP's chief spokesperson and MP Anil Baluni said that Prime Minister Modi has dedicated his entire life to public service, national service and the welfare of every person.
He also mentioned the completion of 25 years as the elected representative of the Prime Minister.
BJP MP Sambit Patra described the Prime Minister's journey from an ordinary family to the post of Prime Minister as one of struggle, hard work, discipline and dedication to national service.
He also mentioned confidence in culture, traditions and heritage along with modern technology, innovation and development.
UP BJP President Pankaj Chaudhary also congratulated Modi on his birthday and said that the Prime Minister has given a new direction to public service with the resolve of nation first.
Deputy Chief Minister Keshav Prasad Maurya underlined Modi's sensitivity and his personal connect with the people and party workers.
He said, “There are many such memories in my life when the Prime Minister's intimacy made me deeply emotional. Despite such huge responsibilities, his ability to deeply understand the feelings of 140 crore Indians and every worker is proof that he is a true 'Pradhan Sevak'.”
Deputy Chief Minister Brijesh Pathak described Modi's life as an example of dedication towards national service, public service and the welfare of the poor.
Pathak said, “Heartiest congratulations and best wishes to the successful Prime Minister, the world's most popular leader and the pride of India, respected Narendra Modi ji, on his 76th birthday.” Modi was born on 17 September 1950 in Vadnagar, a small town in Gujarat. Modi, who has been Prime Minister since 2014, is a Lok Sabha MP from Varanasi.
What did the opposition say?
Many leaders of opposition parties also wished Prime Minister Modi on his birthday. Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge congratulated the Prime Minister on his birthday and wished him a healthy and long life.
Leader of Opposition in Lok Sabha Rahul Gandhi also wished the Prime Minister on his birthday and wished him good health and long life.
Samajwadi Party President Akhilesh Yadav congratulated the Prime Minister on his birthday and wished him a healthy, active and meaningful life.
Bahujan Samaj Party chief Mayawati also congratulated the Prime Minister on his 76th birthday and wished him a healthy life.
Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (DMK) president M.K. Stalin also wished the Prime Minister on his birthday and wished him good health, happiness and longevity.
'Seva Sankalp Abhiyan' also announced
BJP has announced to run 'Seva Sankalp Abhiyan' from September 17 to October 17 to commemorate Prime Minister Modi's completion of 25 years of public service as public representative. Under this campaign, many programs focused on public participation, increasing the reach of welfare schemes and youth participation will be organized. In the greeting messages given on Prime Minister Modi's 76th birthday, BJP leaders mentioned his contribution towards public service, good governance and development, while opposition leaders wished the Prime Minister a healthy and long life.