New Delhi– Eleven years ago on this day, Narendra Modi assumed office as the Prime Minister of India for the first time, marking a pivotal moment in the nation’s political history. The 2014 Lok Sabha election, often regarded as a watershed moment in Indian democracy, culminated in two significant dates: May 16, when the results were declared, and May 20, when Modi was officially sworn in as the 15th Prime Minister of India.
The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP)-led National Democratic Alliance (NDA) secured a decisive victory in the 2014 polls, ending a decade of United Progressive Alliance (UPA) rule and ushering in a new era of governance. May 20, 2014, thus became a landmark date for both Modi and the BJP, symbolizing the party’s dramatic resurgence on the national stage.
Union Minister and Telangana BJP President G. Kishan Reddy commemorated the occasion by sharing a post on social media platform X, including an image of the official invitation extended to Modi by the then President of India for the swearing-in ceremony. Reddy described Modi’s three consecutive terms as Prime Minister as “11 years of public service, good governance, and the rise of Bharat.”
He credited Modi’s leadership with ushering in what he called a “true renaissance of India,” emphasizing a renewed sense of civilizational pride, cultural resurgence, and growing international recognition. “From reviving ancient temples and traditions to setting benchmarks in governance and public service, he has led India’s emergence as a Vishwaguru,” Reddy wrote. “His firm, compassionate, and visionary leadership continues to restore the glory of Bharat.”
Reddy further called Prime Minister Modi a constant source of inspiration, not only for the nation but also for the world, and said he is proud to be part of this ongoing transformative journey.
With the BJP returning to power for a third consecutive term in the 18th Lok Sabha, Modi has now equaled a record previously held only by India’s first Prime Minister, Jawaharlal Nehru—becoming the only other leader to secure three back-to-back electoral victories with a clear majority. (Source: IANS)
