Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday extended birthday greetings to Union Road Transport and Highways Minister Nitin Gadkari.
In a post on X, PM Modi said, “Best wishes to my ministerial colleague Shri Nitin Gadkari Ji on his birthday. He is at the forefront of numerous efforts towards ensuring India gets next-generation infrastructure and enhanced connectivity. Praying for his long and healthy life.”
Responding to the Prime Minister’s message, Gadkari said, “Respected Narendra Bhai, heartfelt gratitude for your kind wishes. Your visionary leadership continues to inspire us to work with dedication towards the nation’s growth and development.”
Born in Nagpur on May 27, 1957, Gadkari is the longest-serving Union Minister for Road Transport and Highways, having held the portfolio for over 12 years. He is also the only leader to head the ministry for three consecutive terms.
Several BJP leaders and Chief Ministers also extended birthday wishes to the Union Minister.
BJP National President Nitin Nabin wished Gadkari good health and success in his service to the nation.
“Warm birthday wishes to Union Cabinet Minister Shri Nitin Gadkari Ji. Wishing you a long life, good health, and continued success in your dedicated service to the nation,” he said on X.
Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath said, “Heartfelt birthday greetings to Shri Nitin Gadkari Ji, a senior member of the BJP family, a visionary and dedicated people’s leader, and the honourable Union Minister. I pray to Lord Shri Siddhivinayak for your healthy, long, and disease-free life.”
Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis also wished Gadkari on his birthday. He said, “Heartiest birthday greetings to our great leader, Hon. Union Minister Nitin Gadkari Ji. Wishing you a long life and good health!”
(With IANS inputs)
