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News18•07-10-2026, 12:11
PM Modi Recalls India's Economic Challenges As He Marks 25 Years In Government
  • •Prime Minister Narendra Modi recalled the severe economic challenges and widespread pessimism India faced when he began his journey in government.
  • •PM Modi noted that growth was unstable and inflation was extremely high when he first took oath as Gujarat Chief Minister on October 7, 2001.
  • •The Prime Minister marked 25 years in continuous public service, expressing gratitude to the citizens and the National Democratic Alliance.
  • •Reflecting on political setbacks, Modi stated that his opponents and difficult experiences ultimately taught him how to rise again.

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PM Modi marked 25 years in continuous public service on Wednesday, commemorating his journey that began when he took the oath as the Chief Minister of Gujarat on October 7, 2001.

He recalled that when his journey in government began, there was widespread pessimism, the economy was considered unstable with inflation through the roof, and people globally viewed it as a gone case.

PM Modi reaffirmed the resolve for 'Viksit Bharat 2047' while expressing gratitude to the public and thanking all political parties that are part of the National Democratic Alliance.