Naidu hails Modi’s 25 years of public service as inspiring, transformative

Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu with Prime Minister Narendra Modi, in New Delhi on Thursday. | Photo Credit: ANI

Congratulating Prime Minister Narendra Modi on completing 25 years of public service at a meeting in New Delhi on Thursday (October 8, 2026), Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu said Mr. Modi was transforming India into a global power through foresight, clear goals, decisive action and effective governance.

Mr. Modi’s leadership was inspiring and the emphasis laid by him on cooperative federalism resulted in the States being made partners in the journey towards Viksit Bharat, he said.

During the deliberations, Mr. Naidu raised several key issues concerning the development of Andhra Pradesh (A.P.) and briefed him on major development projects being implemented in the State.

Mr. Naidu discussed the status of the Polavaram project and explained the benefits of inter-linking of rivers to A.P., Telangana, Tamil Nadu and Karnataka.

He said extensive arrangements were being made for the Godavari Pushkarams to be held in 2027 and sought financial assistance for the same.

Further, Mr. Naidu informed the PM about the severe impact of the 53% deficit rainfall caused by El Niño, on the State’s agricultural sector and the steps taken for mitigation.