New Delhi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi turned 71 on Friday, September 17, 2021. Multiple programmes are being held across the nation by the BJP and others to celebrate his birthday.
On Narendra Modi's 71st birthday, BJP workers across the nation pledged to get 2 crore people vaccinated for coronavirus as a birthday gift. The planned inoculation drive was a success as more than 2 crore people were jabbed. This is also a single-day record where over 2 crore people have been administered the covid vaccine.
In the midst of all the humble celebrations, one particular gift to PM Modi stands out a bit in a way.
Bangladesh Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina congratulated Prime Minister Narendra Modi on his 71st birthday and also sent him a bouquet of 71 red roses.
The beautiful diplomatic gift of 71 roses sent by Bangladeshi PM had a message in Hindi which translates: "Congratulations and best wishes on your birthday Prime Minister Narendra Modi."
With India and Bangladesh's tie is historic in nature, the figure of 71 assumes a special significance. It was only in 1971, with much of India's help, Bangladesh was able to gain independence from Pakistan.
The last time the two leaders met was when Bangladesh invited Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi to attend the celebrations of the golden jubilee of the country’s independence, the birth centenary of 'Bangabandhu' in Dhaka this year in March.
There are chances that the two leaders might meet again in New York this year.
Meanwhile, a 20-day mega event "Seva Aur Samarpan Abhiyan" has also been kickstarted by BJP national president JP Nadda on the occasion of PM Modi's birthday.