"Launched various schemes to mark PM Modi's birthday": Sikkim CM Prem Singh Tamang

Gangtok (Sikkim) [India], September 17 (ANI): Sikkim Chief Minister Prem Singh Tamang on Wednesday extended birthday greetings to Prime Minister Narendra Modi, stating that the state government launched various schemes to mark this occasion.
Speaking to reporters here, the Chief Minister said, "Our state launched various schemes to mark the occassion of PM Modi's birthday... His vision is of public service. His vision is that we all should work together to serve the poor... I congratulate PM Modi on his birthday on behalf of the people of Sikkim."
Meanwhile, Prime Minister Modi expressed heartfelt gratitude for the 'overwhelming' birthday wishes he received from across India and globally, turning 75 today.
In a touching post on X, he shared that the people's faith and affection are a tremendous source of strength for him, reinforcing his commitment to building a 'Viksit Bharat'.
"The innumerable wishes and the faith you have reposed in me are a source of great strength. I see them as a blessing not for me alone, but for the work we are doing together to build a better India. I resolve to continue working with even greater energy and devotion, so that we realise our dream of a Viksit Bharat. I have not been able to reply to the wishes individually, but I will say again - this affection has touched my heart deeply. I pray for everyone's good health and well-being," PM Narendra Modi posted on 'X'.
PM Modi also acknowledged various social service endeavours by Indians, praising their inherent goodness and courage.
"People across India have been doing various social service initiatives, many of which will continue in the coming days. This inherent goodness in our people sustains our society and gives us the courage to overcome all challenges with hope and positivity. I compliment everyone who is at the forefront of such endeavours," added PM Modi's 'X' post.
The Prime Minister said that the countless wishes, blessings and messages are a source of inspiration and strength for him.
"Gratitude to Jana Shakti. I am truly overwhelmed by the countless wishes, blessings and messages of affection that have poured in from across the nation and overseas. This affection strengthens and inspires me. I thank the people for the same," the Prime Minister said.
Meanwhile, on the occasion of Prime Minister Narendra Modi's 75th birthday, the Bharatiya Janata Party launched a two-week-long 'Seva Pakhwada', with various events planned through the days.
Earlier today, Prime Minister Narendra Modi launched the 'Swasth Nari Shashakt Parivar Abhiyaan' and inaugurated and laid the foundation stones for multiple development works in Dhar in Madhya Pradesh. (ANI)