BHUBANESWAR: Prime Minister Narendra Modi will celebrate his 74th birthday on Tuesday, September 17, adding yet another chapter to his remarkable career in public service spanning several decades. While his birthday often passes as a regular working day, it also brings an occasion to celebrate "Seva Parv," a fortnight-long event organized annually by the BJP. This event highlights PM Modi's unwavering commitment to the welfare of citizens and his dedication to service for humanity.
Seva Parv: A Nationwide Celebration of Service
In honor of PM Modi’s birthday, the BJP will once again launch the 'Seva Pakhwara' or 'Seva Parv' this year. This initiative will see blood donation camps and cleanliness drives (Swachhata Abhiyans) across the nation. Volunteers and party workers will clean public places like hospitals and schools, reflecting PM Modi’s vision of a cleaner India under the Swachh Bharat Abhiyan. This flagship program of the Modi government has already made a significant impact, with a report from the international science journal Nature stating that it helped prevent 60,000-70,000 infant deaths by improving sanitation.
Unique Celebrations Across the Country
Two major events will likely steal the spotlight during this year's Seva Parv. At Rajasthan’s famous Ajmer Sharif Dargah, 4,000 kg of vegetarian langar will be served in honor of PM Modi’s birthday. In Gujarat's Surat, businesses are offering discounts ranging from 10% to 100% on a variety of services and goods, including hotels and transport, to celebrate the occasion.
PM Modi’s Birthday Over the Years
PM Modi’s birthdays are often marked by significant events and milestones. Here’s how he has celebrated in recent years:
- 2023: PM Modi announced the PM Vishwakarma Yojana on his birthday to empower craftsmen and artisans by providing them with skills training. Additionally, he inaugurated the India International Convention and Expo Centre (IICC) and launched an extension of the Delhi Airport Express line. In his constituency of Varanasi, his supporters celebrated with a 73-kg laddoo cake, and an Akhand Ramayan Path was held at a local Hanuman temple.
- 2022: One of the standout moments was the reintroduction of cheetahs in India. After being extinct for decades in the country, eight cheetahs were brought from Namibia to the Kuno National Park in Madhya Pradesh. PM Modi personally released them and even took photographs with a professional camera.
- 2021: In response to the COVID-19 pandemic, a massive vaccination drive was held on PM Modi’s birthday. Over 2.26 crore vaccinations were administered in a single day, showcasing India's resolve to combat the virus.
- 2020: While celebrations were toned down due to the pandemic, the BJP organized the 'Sewa Saptah' initiative. Food rations were distributed to the needy, and blood donation camps were held, reflecting PM Modi’s focus on service even during challenging times.
- 2019: PM Modi celebrated his birthday in Gujarat, where he participated in the 'Namami Narmada' festival at Kevadiya, commemorating the filling of the Narmada dam to its highest level. He delivered a speech to a massive crowd gathered near the Statue of Unity.
Birthday Wishes for PM Modi
Odisha's Chief Minister, Mohan Charan Majhi, shared heartfelt birthday wishes for PM Modi. "I join the people of Odisha in extending warm greetings to Hon'ble PM Shri @narendramodi Ji on your birthday. Under your unparalleled leadership, the Nation is moving towards a Viksit Bharat. I wish you a long and healthy life in service to the Nation."
Majhi also expressed that the women of Odisha eagerly await PM Modi's visit to launch SUBHADRA, a state government initiative aimed at empowering women economically.
Celebrating in Odisha: PM Modi's Upcoming Visit
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This year, PM Modi's birthday will be celebrated in Odisha, where he is scheduled to inaugurate 26 lakh houses under the PM Awas Yojana in Bhubaneswar. The Prime Minister will also launch the Subhadra Yojana at Janata Maidan, a significant scheme aimed at uplifting the people of Odisha, particularly women.
PM Modi’s birthday isn’t just a day of celebration but a reminder of his dedication to service and his vision for a better India. As the country gears up for this special occasion, the focus remains on making a positive impact through service and commitment to the welfare of all citizens.