PM Modi has been in public office for 23 years and says there is still a lot to do

NEW DELHI: Prime Minister Narendra Modi celebrated the completion of 23 years in office public office after the takeover as Gujarat On October 7, 2001, he was appointed Prime Minister for the first time, promising to continue working tirelessly and energetically and not to rest until the goal of “developed India“ has been achieved.
“Much has been achieved over the years, but there is still more to do. The learnings of these 23 years have enabled us to develop groundbreaking initiatives that have had an impact both nationally and globally.”
He added: “I assure my fellow Indians that I will work tirelessly and more vigorously in the service of the people. I will not rest until our shared goal of Viksit Bharat is realized,” Modi said, thanking those who greeted him in achieving the personal milestone.
The Prime Minister thanked the BJP for elevating him from a “humble Karyakarta” to become the Chief Minister of Gujarat and recalled the major challenges he faced – the 2001 Kutch earthquake, a super cyclone, a massive drought and the “legacy of many decades of Congress.” misrule such as looting, communalism and casteism” – after he assumed responsibility.
“Driven by Jana Shakti, we rebuilt Gujarat and took it to new heights of progress, even in a sector like agriculture for which the state was not traditionally known,” Modi said, claiming that Gujarat during his 13 years as chief minister has become a new state, a shining example of “Sabka Saath, Sabka Vikas”, which ensures prosperity for all sections of society.
Reiterating the achievements of his term as prime minister – including lifting more than 25 million people out of the grips of poverty and making India the fifth largest economy – Modi said India's development strides had ensured the country was viewed with utmost optimism around the world. “The world is interested in working with us, investing in our people and being part of our success. At the same time, India is working hard to address global challenges, be it climate change, improving healthcare, achieving the SDGs and more,” he said.
Senior BJP leaders, including Home Minister Amit Shah, hailed Modi's trip from Gujarat to the Center as a “living inspiration”.
The home minister, who has always accompanied Modi on his political journey, said it was a stroke of luck for him to have witnessed Modi's long public life.
“Modi has shown how to work for the welfare of the poor, national development and security while strengthening India's global identity,” he said. BJP President JP Nadda congratulated Prime Minister Modi and said his commitment towards the upliftment of the poor and underprivileged sections with the mantra 'Antyodaya' was exemplary.