- Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi expresses heartfelt gratitude on completion of 23 years as head of government
- During my 13 years as Chief Minister, Gujarat emerged as a shining example of ‘Sabka Saath, Sabka Vikas’: PM
- Over 25 crore people have been freed from the clutches of poverty. India has become the fifth largest economy: PM
- India’s developmental strides have ensured that our country is being viewed with utmost optimism globally: PM
- I will not rest till our collective goal of a Viksit Bharat is realised: PM
NE NEWS SERVICE
NEW DELHI, GANDHINAGAR, OCT 7
Prime Minister Narendra Modi has expressed his heartfelt gratitude for completing 23 years as the head of a government on Monday. . It was on this day in 2001, Mr Modi took over as Chief Minister of Gujarat for the first time.
Modi recalled his time as the Chief Minister of Gujarat and said that Gujarat emerged as a shining example of ‘Sabka Saath, Sabka Vikas,’ ensuring prosperity for all sections of society. Reflecting on the past decade, the Prime Minister said that India’s developmental strides have ensured that our country is being viewed with utmost optimism globally. He reassured the citizens he would keep working tirelessly and not rest till the collective goal of a Viksit Bharat is realised.
The Prime Minister posted a thread on X:
“#23YearsOfSeva…
A heartfelt gratitude to everyone who has sent their blessings and good wishes as I complete 23 years as the head of a government. It was on October 7, 2001, that I took on the responsibility of serving as the Chief Minister of Gujarat. It was the greatness of my Party, @BJP4India, to task a humble Karyakarta like me with the responsibility of heading the state administration.”
“When I assumed office as CM, Gujarat was facing numerous challenges – the 2001 Kutch Earthquake, before that a Super Cyclone, a massive drought, and the legacy of many decades of Congress misrule like loot, communalism and casteism. Powered by Jana Shakti, we rebuilt Gujarat and propelled it to new heights of progress, even in a sector like agriculture, for which the state was not traditionally known.”
“During my 13 years as Chief Minister, Gujarat emerged as a shining example of ‘Sabka Saath, Sabka Vikas,’ ensuring prosperity for all sections of society. In 2014, the people of India blessed my Party with a record mandate, thus enabling me to serve as Prime Minister. This was a historic moment, as it marked the first time in 30 years that a party secured a full majority.”
“Over the past decade, we have been able to address several challenges our nation faces. Over 25 crore people have been freed from the clutches of poverty. India has become the fifth largest economy and this has particularly helped our MSMEs, StartUps sector and more. New avenues of prosperity have opened for our hardworking farmers, Nari Shakti, Yuva Shakti and the poor as well as marginalized sections of society.”
“India’s developmental strides have ensured that our country is being viewed with utmost optimism globally. The world is keen to engage with us, invest in our people and be a part of our success. At the same time, India is working extensively to overcome global challenges be it climate change, improving healthcare, realising SDGs and more.”
“Much has been achieved over the years but there is still more to be done. The learnings over these 23 years enabled us to come up with pioneering initiatives which have made an impact both nationally and globally. I assure my fellow Indians that I will keep working tirelessly, with even more vigour in service of the people. I will not rest till our collective goal of a Viksit Bharat is realised.”
Several welfare programs launched by the NDA government at the Centre draw inspiration from Narendra Modi’s initiatives as Gujarat Chief Minister.
Often termed the ‘Gujarat Model’, these measures are related to water conservation, tree plantation drives, celebrating the Constitution, promoting ethnic products and encouraging a sporting culture. Modi has stressed on Jan Bhagidari or people’s participation in governance.
The much-discussed Jal Jeevan Mission initiated by the PM is inspired by the experience of Sujalam Sufalam Jal Abhiyan launched for the water-scarce areas of North Gujarat in 2004.
It focused on bringing Narmada river water to Gujarat, interlinking rivers and rainwater harvesting to meet the water needs of the people of Gujarat.
Development works worth over Rs 3,500 crore will be launched in the state during this week: Cabinet minister Rushikesh Patel
Meanwhile, Gujarat government will observe Vikas Saptah from Sunday to mark the development journey of the state after Narendra Modi took over as Chief Minister on this day in 2001.
Cabinet minister Rushikesh Patel told media that a series of programmes, including Vikas walks at iconic places will be organised during the week.
Development works worth over Rs 3,500 crore will also be launched in the state during this week. Through #VikasSaptah, people can also join the celebrations by sharing their experiences on Narendra Modi’s governance.
Union Home Minister Amit Shah pats Prime Minister Narendra Modi
Union Home Minister Amit Shah has congratulated Prime Minister Narendra Modi for completing 23 years in public life saying that his long journey is a living inspiration for those who are in public life.
Modi today completed 23 years in his public life first as Chief Minister and then as Prime Minister.
In a social media post, Union Home Minister Amit Shah said that this long journey of public service of Prime Minister Modi is a symbol of the dedication as to how a person can devote his entire life to national interest and welfare of people.
Shah said, Modi has shown how to carry out the work for the welfare of the poor, country’s development, security and strengthening India’s global identity at the same time. Shah said, instead of looking at the problems in pieces, Modi presented the vision of holistic solution to the country.
Shah said that it is a matter of good fortune for him that he has been a witness to this long public life of Modi.
