Amaravati, Jun 10 (PTI) Andhra Pradesh Governor S Abdul Nazeer, Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu and Deputy CM Pawan Kalyan on Wednesday congratulated Narendra Modi on becoming the country’s longest-serving elected Prime Minister and hailed his leadership in driving welfare and infrastructure-led development.
Extending greetings on behalf of the people of Andhra Pradesh and on his own behalf, the Governor described the achievement as a historic moment in India’s democratic journey.
“I extend heartiest felicitations and warm greetings to Narendra Modi on the historic occasion of being the longest-serving elected Prime Minister of the country,” Nazeer said in a post on ‘X’.
The Governor said the country has witnessed a transformative phase under PM Modi’s leadership, with welfare of the poor and infrastructure development remaining central to the government’s policy initiatives.
According to Nazeer, the milestone reflects decisive, caring and compassionate leadership that has strengthened India’s position on the global stage.
Echoing similar views, CM Naidu said PM Modi’s tenure has been marked by efforts to transform India at every level, from improving citizens’ lives to strengthening the country’s global standing.
Congratulating Modi on becoming India’s longest-serving Prime Minister, the CM described the milestone as a period of change that has touched every corner of the country and reshaped the nation’s trajectory.
“Today, as he becomes India’s longest-serving Prime Minister, we celebrate not merely a record, but a period of change that has touched every corner of the country,” Naidu said in a post on ‘X’.
The CM noted that the PM’s leadership focused on ensuring the benefits of progress reached every citizen, citing achievements ranging from household welfare initiatives to advances in science, technology and national security.
According to Naidu, the period witnessed efforts to improve access to basic amenities while also enhancing India’s capabilities in areas such as space exploration, agriculture and defence.
A defining feature of PM Modi’s governance has been the balance between welfare and development, combining support for vulnerable sections with reforms aimed at expanding opportunities, accelerating growth and strengthening the country’s economic foundations.
Naidu said the approach demonstrated how compassion and ambition could progress together while contributing to national development.
Looking forward, the CM said India has emerged more confident about its future, more ambitious in its goals and more determined in its pursuit of excellence.
He further said Andhra Pradesh remains fully committed to building Swarna (golden) Andhra and contributing to the realisation of the Prime Minister’s vision of Viksit Bharat (developed India).
Extending his greetings on behalf of the people of Andhra Pradesh, Naidu congratulated Modi on the landmark achievement and wished him continued success in leading the nation.
Modi completed 4,399 days as the Prime Minister of India on June 10, surpassing the record of 4,398 days held by Jawaharlal Nehru.
Meanwhile, Deputy CM Kalyan said the NDA government’s 4,399-day tenure under PM Modi has been defined by selfless service to the nation and transformative governance.
“Twelve years ago, Bharat (India) chose decisive leadership. Today, Bharat stands stronger, safer, more prosperous and more confident than ever before under PM Modi’s leadership,” he said in a post on ‘X’.
He said the Centre had strengthened national security, modernised the armed forces, elevated India’s position as a leading global economy and enhanced its international standing through initiatives such as the G20 Summit and engagement with the Global South.
Kalyan listed programmes such as Digital India, Jan Dhan-Aadhaar-Mobile integration, UPI, Direct Benefit Transfers, Ayushman Bharat, and PM Awas Yojana and said they have expanded access to welfare and public services across the country.
Expressing gratitude to Modi for supporting Andhra Pradesh’s development, the Deputy CM said the state remains committed to partnering with the Centre in achieving the vision of Viksit Bharat 2047 while working towards becoming a USD 2.4 trillion economy under the Swarna Andhra 2047 vision.
He emphasised that India’s diversity and linguistic heritage are among its greatest strengths and reaffirmed support for national unity, integrity and inclusive development while opposing divisive forces.
Similarly, IT Minister Nara Lokesh said PM Modi’s leadership has provided India with stability, resilience and direction during a period marked by global uncertainty and multiple challenges.
“Above all else, Prime Minister Modi’s greatest contribution has been the stability he has provided to the nation. Whether it was navigating the Covid-19 pandemic, responding firmly to national security challenges or managing economic disruptions arising from global conflicts, his leadership gave the country confidence and direction when it mattered most,” he said.
According to him, initiatives such as Atmanirbhar Bharat (self-reliant India) and Make in India have strengthened domestic manufacturing, innovation and self-reliance, helping reshape India’s development trajectory.
Lokesh also highlighted India’s digital transformation under Modi’s leadership, stating that the country’s digital public infrastructure, spanning identity, payments, governance and service delivery platforms, is now recognised globally. PTI MS KH
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