US Embassy and President Murmu extend warm birthday wishes to PM Narendra Modi
Prime Minister Narendra Modi celebrated his 76th birthday on Thursday, drawing a wave of heartfelt greetings from domestic leaders and international diplomats alike. The occasion has been marked by significant tributes highlighting his long career in public service and his role in shaping modern India.
From the Rashtrapati Bhavan to the US Embassy in New Delhi, the messages have focused on his contributions to governance and his vision for the nation. These greetings come as the Prime Minister enters another year of leadership and public engagement.
US Embassy conveys greetings from President Trump
The US Embassy in India officially extended its birthday wishes to the Prime Minister via a post on the social media platform X. The message was sent on behalf of US President Donald Trump, marking a significant diplomatic gesture on the occasion.
In the official post, the Embassy expressed its hopes for the Prime Minister's well-being in the upcoming year. The message specifically stated, “On behalf of President Donald Trump, we wish Prime Minister Narendra Modi a very Happy Birthday. Wishing you all the health and happiness in the coming year!”
President Murmu praises 25 years of public service
India's President, Droupadi Murmu, also shared her greetings, offering high praise for the Prime Minister's extensive political journey. She noted his 25 years of public service, spanning his time as both a Chief Minister and as the Prime Minister of the country.
According to the official account of Rashtrapati Bhavan, President Murmu highlighted how Modi has established new benchmarks for good governance. She noted that his leadership has provided unprecedented momentum and a fresh direction toward the goal of inclusive development.
In her message, the President also offered prayers for his longevity and physical well-being. She expressed hope that he would continue his dedicated efforts toward nation-building and public service. The Rashtrapati Bhavan post mentioned that under his leadership, the country is advancing toward modern progress while maintaining a deep sense of cultural pride and harmony between heritage and development.
Background of PM Modi and BJP celebrations
Prime Minister Narendra Modi was born in 1950 to Hiraba and Damodardas Modi in Vadnagar, located in the Mehsana district of Gujarat. His political rise reached a historic milestone on May 26, 2014, when he took the oath as Prime Minister, becoming the first leader to be born after India achieved Independence.
To commemorate the birthday, the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) is launching a month-long series of events. The party is organizing the ‘Seva Sankalp Abhiyan’ across the nation, which will run from September 17 to October 17.
This initiative is designed to mark the occasion through various service-oriented programmes and public outreach efforts. The campaign aims to engage with the community through several key activities:
A series of service-oriented programmes
Various public outreach initiatives
Nationwide participation in the Seva Sankalp Abhiyan