New Jersey/Hyderabad, Oct. 14 -- The Indian American community in New Jersey celebrated Prime Minister Narendra Modi's 25 years in public service at an event highlighting his political journey from Gujarat Chief Minister to Prime Minister of India.
Padma Shri awardee and Columbia University economist Dr Nirupam Bajpai, the keynote speaker, recalled the 2001 Gujarat earthquake and highlighted the establishment of the Institute of Seismological Research in 2003, citing it as an example of Modi's emphasis on scientific research and disaster preparedness.
Dr Bajpai praised Modi's "Nation First" approach and expressed confidence in India's ambition to become a developed nation by 2047.
He also highlighted Modi's focus on national development ...