Dhanbad, June 13 -- Union Minister Annapurna Devi on Saturday lauded Prime Minister Narendra Modi for completing 12 years in office as the nation's "Pradhan Sevak."

Congratulating the Prime Minister, the Union Minister highlighted PM Modi's contributions towards the welfare of women, youth, farmers, and the common people. She told reporters that the Prime Minister has advanced the nation by balancing development with the preservation of the country's heritage.

"As he stands as the world's most popular leader, we, as workers of the Bharatiya Janata Party, consider it a privilege to work under his guidance. The people of the country place their trust and faith in him. The nation is progressing steadily under his leadership, and everyone i...