Lucknow, June 11 -- Union Minister Piyush Goyal on Thursday hailed Prime Minister Narendra Modi on completing 4,399 days in office, becoming the longest-serving elected Prime Minister in consecutive terms, and said India is witnessing rapid development and growing global stature under his leadership.

In a statement, Goyal said, "It is a matter of great pride for all of us that under the leadership of Honorable Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi, India is reaching new heights. Development is happening rapidly in the country. India's prominence is reaching new heights at the international level. India's heritage and our culture are being further strengthened."

Highlighting Modi's global image and public trust, he added, "The popularity and...