NEW DELHI: Prime Minister Narendra Modi and external affairs minister S Jaishankar on Thursday extended birthday wishes to Union home minister Amit Shah as he turned 62, praising his commitment to national security and public welfare.In a post on X, PM Modi said Shah’s administrative understanding had made India’s internal security systems more effective. He highlighted the successes in eliminating Maoism and efforts towards building a drug-free society.PM Modi also wished Shah a long and healthy life in service of the people.“Warm birthday greetings to Home Minister Shri Amit Shah Ji. His administrative understanding has ensured India’s internal security systems become more effective. Particularly noteworthy are the successes in eliminating the menace of Maoism and in furthering our dream of a society free from drugs. I pray that he is blessed with a long and healthy life in service of the people,” he said.
Jaishankar also extended birthday greetings to Shah, saying his commitment to national security and public welfare was commendable. He prayed for Shah’s good health, happiness and long life.“Heartfelt birthday wishes to the Union Home and Cooperation Minister Shri Amit Shah. Your commitment to national security and public welfare is commendable. I pray to God for your good health, a happy life, and long life,” he said.Defence minister Rajnath Singh too extended his wishes saying: “Heartfelt birthday wishes to my colleague in the Union Cabinet, Union home and cooperation minister Shri Amit Shah. Amitji is working with complete dedication and diligence to strengthen India’s internal security and to give new momentum to the cooperation sector. I pray to God for his excellent health, long life, and continued active service to the nation.“