Modi marks 25 years of public service with reflections on democracy and development

During a ceremony in New Delhi, Prime Minister Narendra Modi commemorated 25 years of continuous public service, beginning with his oath as Gujarat chief minister in 2001. Welcomed with flowers, BJP flags and chants of "Bharat Mata ki Jai," he praised the electorate and party volunteers for sustaining his tenure. Modi underscored the lessons learned from both supporters and opponents, describing democracy as a source of strength.

He reaffirmed ambitions for a "Viksit Bharat" by 2047, citing self-reliance, manufacturing, Olympic hosting, and space exploration. The event also featured remarks from BJP president Nitin Nabin, who congratulated Modi on the milestone.