LUCKNOW, June 11 -- Chief minister Yogi Adityanath on Wednesday congratulated Prime Minister Narendra Modi on becoming India's longest-serving elected prime minister. He also wrote a letter to the prime minister, extending greetings on behalf of the people of Uttar Pradesh and expressed confidence that the state will continue to make its best contribution to nation-building under Modi's leadership, said a press statement. "Heartiest congratulations and best wishes on behalf of all the people of Uttar Pradesh on the successful completion of 12 years dedicated to nation-building, good governance, and public welfare," Adityanath wrote in the letter. "Under the Prime Minister's successful leadership, Uttar Pradesh has emerged as a unique blend of faith and economy. The consecration of Ram Lalla at Shri Ram Janmabhoomi in Ayodhya, the successful redevelopment of Kashi Vishwanath Dham, and the guiding principle of 'Sabka Saath, Sabka Vikas, Sabka Vishwas and Sabka Prayas' have given a new direction, new momentum, and renewed confidence to India's development over the last 12 years. The nation has set new benchmarks in service, security, good governance, and prosperity. Inspired by this vision, Uttar Pradesh has also achieved unprecedented success in public welfare, good governance, and inclusive development, playing a leading role in realizing the vision of a Viksit Bharat," the letter read. Adityanath also mentioned the welfare schemes implemented in the state. "Around 15 crore people are receiving free ration through the Pradhan Mantri Garib Kalyan Anna Yojana and the National Food Security Act. The Pradhan Mantri Ujjwala Yojana has freed 1.86 crore women from smoke-filled kitchens, while more than 3 crore farmers in the state have received direct financial assistance through the Pradhan Mantri Kisan Samman Nidhi," the chief minister's letter added. Earlier, in a post on X, he described Modi's achievement as a reflection of the people's trust and support. "This milestone is a collective expression of the trust, affection, and blessings of the people of India. May the prime minister's tireless dedication to nation-building continue to script new chapters of India's progress, prestige, and strength. Having completed 4,399 consecutive days in office as an elected Prime Minister, Shri Modi has become the longest-serving public leader to hold the post," the chief minister wrote. "It is my earnest wish that the prime minister's unwavering dedication to national service continues to write new chapters of India's progress, prestige and strength," the chief minister added,...