Commemorating twenty-five consecutive years in top executive office, Prime Minister Narendra Modi visited the Shri Vinayaka temple located in Sarojini Nagar, New Delhi, on Wednesday morning. During the ceremonial visit, he performed traditional rituals and offered prayers for national prosperity, peace, and the collective welfare of citizens, while reaffirming his personal commitment to public duty.
From Gandhinagar in 2001 to a Third Term in New Delhi
This governing milestone began on October 7, 2001, when he first took the oath of office as Chief Minister of Gujarat. Following multiple successive terms leading the western state, he transitioned to national leadership after winning the general elections in 2014. Currently presiding over his third consecutive administration as Prime Minister, his uninterrupted tenure in key democratic executive roles stands as a distinct record in contemporary Indian governance.
Reaffirming Dedication and Expressing Gratitude
Speaking on the milestone, Prime Minister Modi emphasized his determination to continue serving the nation with total dedication, sincerity, and purpose. He expressed deep gratitude toward the people of India for their enduring faith and support across these decades. To mark the completion of 25 years as head of government, supporters and party workers organized commemorative gatherings and community events in various parts of the country.
Reflections Shared on Social Media
Marking the occasion digitally, the Prime Minister shared a devotional video clip on social media platform X. Accompanying the visual, he shared a sacred verse extolling selfless duty, noting that serving humanity with genuine devotion represents the highest form of righteous action, bringing honor, virtue, and spiritual peace.
Congratulations from Top Leaders
Greetings poured in from several prominent leaders across the political spectrum. Vice President CP Radhakrishnan congratulated the Prime Minister, noting that his journey as Pradhan Sevak has transformed inclusive governance into a nationwide mission guided by shared national effort. Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath and Union Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan also conveyed their warm felicitations on his completing 25 successful years heading executive governments.
