Union Ministers on Wednesday congratulated Prime Minister Narendra Modi on completing 25 years as the head of a government, praising his leadership, governance and focus on people-centric policies, transparency and results-oriented administration.
PM Modi completed 25 years as head of government on October 7, marking a political journey that began when he took oath as Gujarat Chief Minister in 2001 and continued with three consecutive terms as Prime Minister since 2014.
Union Home Minister Amit Shah, in a post on X, congratulated PM Modi on completing 25 years of what he described as service and dedication marked by hard work, resolve and a commitment to putting the nation first.
“On this very day, October 7, 2001, Modi ji took oath as the Chief Minister of Gujarat. Since then, his continuous journey of service, struggle and dedication as Chief Minister and Prime Minister has become synonymous with the welfare of the poor, empowerment of women, upliftment of youth and prosperity of every section of society,” Shah said.
“In 25 years of Seva, Modi ji has transformed the very definition of governance through people-centric policies, their implementation, firmness in decision-making, transparency and a guarantee of results, while establishing the ideal of ‘politics of performance’,” he added.
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh said PM Modi’s 25-year journey in public service had come to symbolise nation-building, good governance and public welfare.
“Having served as the Chief Minister of Gujarat for 13 years and as the Prime Minister of India for the past 12 years, Modi ji has remained steadfastly dedicated to the service of the people. I extend my heartfelt congratulations and best wishes to him on this remarkable journey,” Singh said.
He said the guiding principle throughout Modi’s tenure had been “Nation First, Always First”, adding that welfare initiatives under his leadership had expanded significantly, providing crores of people access to homes, tap water, toilets, LPG connections and banking services.
Singh also highlighted India’s economic growth, expansion of employment and entrepreneurial opportunities, support for startups and innovation, and efforts to strengthen internal security and respond to external threats.
“Today, we have emerged as the world’s fourth-largest economy, while the benefits of development have become more inclusive,” he said.
Describing the 25-year milestone as an inspiration, Singh said it marked “a milestone in his journey, not a full stop”, and expressed hope that the country would continue moving forward towards national development under PM Modi’s leadership.
Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman also congratulated PM Modi, highlighting his rise from a party worker without a political or dynastic background to Gujarat Chief Minister and subsequently Prime Minister.
“Twenty-five years ago, on this day, he took up the responsibility of Chief Minister of Gujarat. Until then, he had held no elected post. Through dedication, he served, learning as he went along,” Sitharaman said in a post on X.
She said PM Modi’s political journey demonstrated that a BJP worker could receive opportunities irrespective of political family background or wealth, calling it “a strong message for democracy”.
Union Minister Pralhad Joshi described PM Modi’s tenure as “a remarkable journey of 25 years in public service”, marked by decisive leadership, dedication and commitment to the people.
“From Gujarat to the national stage, Hon’ble PM Shri Narendra Modi ji has remained steadfast in his resolve to serve Bharat and build a stronger, more prosperous and Viksit Bharat,” Joshi said.
Union Minister Giriraj Singh also congratulated the Prime Minister, saying his leadership had created a distinct identity by placing service, resolve and national interest at the centre of public life.
Union Minister Nitin Gadkari thanked PM Modi for “25 years of fearless and focused leadership”, saying he had often chosen what he believed was the right course even when more difficult.
Union Minister Piyush Goyal described the milestone as “25 years of relentless devotion to Maa Bharati and her people”.
(IANS Inputs)
