Puri, June 10: BJP MP Sambit Patra on Wednesday described Prime Minister Narendra Modi becoming India's longest-serving democratically elected Prime Minister as a historic milestone for Indian democracy, as special prayers were offered at Shree Jagannath Temple in Puri to mark the occasion.
The Puri MP along with Union Law Minister Arjun Ram Meghwal visited the 12th century shrine and offered prayers for Prime Minister's good health, long life and the nation's prosperity.
Speaking to reporters, Patra said the achievement marked a significant moment in the country's democratic history.
"It's a matter of great pride, as a historic milestone has been set in India's democracy. Since independence, Prime Minister Narendra Modi has now become the longest-serving elected leader, surpassing Jawaharlal Nehru's record. To mark this occasion, Union Law Minister Arjun Ram Meghwal led prayers," Patra said.
He added that the prayers were not limited to the Prime Minister alone but were also offered for the welfare of the nation and the vision of a developed India.
PM Modi completed 4,399 consecutive days in office on Wednesday, surpassing the record of former Prime Minister Jawaharlal Nehru to become India's longest-serving democratically elected Prime Minister.
Celebrations were held across various parts of the country, with BJP leaders and workers commemorating the milestone through prayers.
The milestone coincides with a key NDA conclave being held at Bharat Mandapam in New Delhi. PM Modi is scheduled to chair a meeting of Chief Ministers, Deputy Chief Ministers and senior leaders from NDA-ruled States and Union Territories to review governance initiatives and discuss the roadmap for achieving the goal of Viksit Bharat by 2047.
