Union Ministers Shivraj Singh Chouhan and JP Nadda offered prayers at religious sites to mark the 12-year anniversary of Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s tenure [1].
The commemoration highlights the ruling party's effort to frame the last decade as a period of unprecedented growth and social welfare. By linking governance milestones with spiritual tradition, the ministers underscore the cultural and political identity of the current administration.
Minister Chouhan visited the Pracheen Hanuman Mandir, an ancient temple, to invoke blessings for continued development [1]. He said that the 12-year period from May 2014 to May 2026 has been a "golden chapter" for the nation [2]. Chouhan said Modi is a "superhuman" and a leader possessing a creative mindset [2].
During the events, Chouhan said it was a remarkable period of governance [3]. The ministers cited various development and welfare achievements as the primary drivers of the government's success over the 12 years [1].
JP Nadda also participated in the anniversary observances, visiting various locations to offer prayers [1]. The celebrations emphasize Modi's position as the longest-serving elected Prime Minister in India's history [3].
Throughout the anniversary events, the ministers focused on the intersection of faith and public service. They said that the prayers were intended to ensure the continued success of national welfare schemes [2].
“Modi's 12‑year tenure is a 'golden chapter' for the nation.”
The public celebration of this anniversary serves as a strategic narrative tool for the government to consolidate its legacy. By emphasizing the 12-year duration and the status of the longest-serving elected leader, the administration is signaling stability and continuity to its constituency while reinforcing the ideological link between state governance and religious observance.
