New Delhi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi On Sunday, he reached the milestone of becoming the longest-serving government head, including as Gujarat chief minister, and received praise from the ruling NDA and home minister Amit Shah Describe it as a rare legacy built on unprecedented trust and unparalleled service.So far, this feat has been maintained by former Sikkim Chief Minister Pawan Kumar Chamling, who served in power for 8,930 consecutive days between December 1994 and May 2019. Officials pointed out that Modi achieved this landmark achievement on his 25th year as head of the government, embarking on an uninterrupted journey when he took over as the chief minister of Gujarat in October 2001 and later took over as the prime minister in May 2014. Prime Minister Modi is the only leader after Nehru to win three consecutive Lok Sabha winsPrime Minister Modi is the longest-serving Prime Minister of Gujarat and the only Prime Minister besides Jawaharlal Nehru to serve three consecutive terms after leading the alliance to victory in the Lok Sabha polls.Shah called it a milestone rooted in service, hard work and unwavering commitment. This, he said, reflects deep dedication to national governance priorities, integrity in action and tireless service to every citizen. “Modi’s decades of service have shaped an era of his own. Whether it was empowering the poor, setting new milestones in development, or enhancing the country’s pride on the global platform, the Modi era has transformed India beyond recognition,” he said.
He added that serving the country without taking a leave for more than 24 years is a manifestation of his pure commitment. “This explains his unprecedented popularity among the people, who served as chief minister of Gujarat three times and as prime minister of India three times. People’s trust, love and support for him are growing day by day,” he said.Defense Minister Rajnath Singh said Modi was characterized by pure devotion to the country and its people. “From his unwavering commitment as the Chief Minister of Gujarat to his dedicated leadership as the Prime Minister, his life was one of continuous service,” he said.TDP Neta and Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu termed this as a remarkable achievement that reflects Modi’s dedication, visionary leadership and undying commitment to the progress and prosperity of the country. “His vision of Viksit Bharat by 2047 continues to inspire us all and guide India towards a brighter future,” he said.
