New Delhi, July 5 (IANS) Delhi Assembly Speaker Vijender Gupta said on Sunday that over the past 12 years, Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s leadership has redefined the scale and pace of India’s development, while placing public welfare at the centre of governance.

Addressing a Sanskritik Sandhya organised at Sector-10 in Rohini, to commemorate PM Modi’s 12 years in office, Speaker Gupta said that the Prime Minister’s leadership has been guided by the ideals of “Vishwas”, “Vikas” and “Jan Kalyan”.

The programme was attended by Tokhan Sahu, Union Minister of State for Housing and Urban Affairs, and Delhi Mayor Pravesh Wahi.

“The event witnessed the participation of public representatives, social organisations and citizens from across the Rohini Assembly constituency of Delhi,” a statement said.

Speaking on the occasion, Speaker Gupta said that the past 12 years have been marked by decisive governance, rapid infrastructure development, digital transformation, expanded social welfare initiatives and a renewed emphasis on inclusive growth.

He added that the Union government’s commitment to transparency, efficient service delivery and citizen-centric policymaking has strengthened public trust while accelerating India’s journey towards becoming a developed nation.

Describing the occasion as a celebration of both cultural heritage and national progress, Speaker Vijender Gupta said that public participation remains the foundation of democratic governance and nation-building.

He expressed confidence that, under the continued leadership of Prime Minister Modi, India would advance with greater resolve towards the vision of ‘Viksit Bharat’, guided by the principles of trust, development and public welfare.

The Sanskritik Sandhya featured devotional bhajans celebrating India’s rich civilisational heritage and artistic traditions.

“The programme brought together people from diverse sections of society in a vibrant atmosphere of devotion and cultural harmony, reflecting the spirit of public participation that has accompanied the country’s developmental journey over the past 12 years,” the statement added.

–IANS

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