Prime Minister Modi Celebrates Former Vice President Venkaiah Naidu’s Birthday, Launches Three Books on His Life
On the occasion of former Vice President Venkaiah Naidu’s birthday, Prime Minister Narendra Modi celebrated Naidu as a source of inspiration. During a virtual event in Gachibowli, Modi launched three books chronicling Naidu’s life, highlighting his journey from a grassroots BJP leader to Vice President—a proud achievement for the Telugu community.
Modi commended Naidu’s integrity and praised his life as a motivation for many. The released books include “Sevalo Venkaiah Naidu’s Life,” “Venkaiah Naidu’s Mission and Message as the 13th Vice President,” and “Mahaneta Venkaiah Naidu’s Life and Journey.” Modi emphasized that these books would inspire and guide people.
Reflecting on his long association with Naidu, Modi recounted Naidu’s resilience during the 17-month Emergency period when he was imprisoned. He also highlighted Naidu’s contributions as Union Minister in the Rural Urban Development Department and his renowned oratory skills.
During the event, Naidu expressed appreciation for the central government’s initiative to promote regional languages while maintaining respect for English. He praised Modi’s leadership under the slogan “reform, perform, and transform.” Naidu underscored the importance of elected leaders acting responsibly and with integrity, advocating for voting based on merit rather than caste or wealth. He stressed the need for accountability in politics and encouraged ethical conduct among politicians.
