Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday extended birthday greetings to Union Parliamentary Affairs Minister Kiren Rijiju, applauding his role in making parliamentary proceedings “more productive” and people-centric.
In a post on X, PM Modi said, “Best wishes to Union Minister Shri Kiren Rijiju Ji on his birthday. His efforts towards making Parliament more productive and focused on pro-people legislation are commendable. Equally noteworthy is his emphasis on ensuring inclusive and all-round development of society. Praying for his long and healthy life.”
Expressing gratitude, Rijiju replied, “Grateful to Hon’ble PM Shri Narendra Modi ji for your deeply encouraging wishes. Your resolute pursuit of a Viksit Bharat inspires millions and fuels my own commitment to serve with greater determination. With your guidance lighting the path, I remain devoted to contributing my best to our nation’s rise. Jai Hind!”
Union Home Minister Amit Shah also conveyed his greetings to Rijiju, “Warm birthday greetings to Union Minister Shri Kiren Rijiju Ji. Your enthusiastic efforts to pursue Modi Ji’s vision of strengthening our parliamentary system are heartening. May you always remain blessed with good health and positivity.”
Union Minister Nitin Gadkari extended his wishes as well, saying, “Birthday greetings to Union Minister Shri Kiren Rijiju Ji. May you be blessed with good health and long life.”
Rijiju was born on November 19, 1971, into a Buddhist family in Nakhu village in Arunachal Pradesh’s West Kameng district.
Coming from a politically active family, Rijiju developed an early interest in public affairs during his student years. At 31, he was appointed a Member of the Khadi and Village Industries Commission (2002-04). In 2004, he was elected to the 14th Lok Sabha from the West Arunachal Pradesh constituency, one of the largest in the country.
A four-term MP from Arunachal Pradesh, Rijiju is also one of the three Buddhist members in the 18th Lok Sabha.
(IANS)