Prime Minister Narendra Modi has acknowledged birthday greetings from Vice President CP Radhakrishnan. The Prime Minister’s Office released a statement on 17 September 2026 in which Modi expressed thanks for the Vice President’s warm wishes.
What was said
In his response posted on social media platform X, Modi remarked that he and his team will persist in their efforts with fresh commitment and determination. He stated that the focus will remain on empowering all citizens and making sure development benefits reach all regions of the country. The Prime Minister also referenced the shared national objective of building a developed India, or Viksit Bharat as he termed it.
What this means for you
This is a routine exchange of courtesies between two senior constitutional offices. The greeting itself carries no policy implications or new announcements. However, Modi’s remark about continued focus on citizen empowerment and broad-based development reflects the government’s stated priorities that will shape public programmes and spending decisions going forward.