Synopsis
During the SOUL Conclave in New Delhi, Bhutan's Prime Minister, Dasho Tshering Tobgay, expressed his admiration for Prime Minister Narendra Modi, referring to him as a mentor and elder brother. Tobgay is eager to learn leadership lessons from Modi, highlighting the Indian leader's transformative influence on the nation.Key Takeaways
- PM Modi is viewed as a mentor by Bhutan PM Tobgay.
- Leadership involves vision, courage, and inspiring change.
- SOUL is a testament to PM Modi's commitment to leadership development.
- PM Modi's initiatives have lifted 30 crore people from poverty.
- India is on track to become a Viksit Bharat under Modi's guidance.
New Delhi, Feb 21 (NationPress) The Prime Minister of Bhutan, Dasho Tshering Tobgay, on Friday referred to PM Narendra Modi as his elder brother and mentor, expressing his intent to absorb valuable leadership lessons from his Indian counterpart.
While delivering the keynote address at the inaugural SOUL Conclave at Bharat Mandapam in New Delhi, Tobgay remarked: "I am here as a student eager to learn, and I have the chance to do so. I intend to glean leadership lessons from Prime Minister Modi. I regard Modi ji as my elder brother who consistently provides guidance and support."
Praising PM Modi's leadership, Tobgay stated: "In merely a decade, PM Modi has steered India towards development. Your leadership has served as a guiding light for transformative and unmatched progress."
Expressing admiration for PM Modi, Tobgay mentioned that each encounter with the leader motivates him to work even more diligently as a public servant.
He emphasized that SOUL is a creation of PM Modi and is further evidence of his steadfast dedication to fostering authentic leaders and empowering them to serve the populace of India.
Stating that he has no insights to impart regarding leadership, he said, "Instead, I am present as a student ready to learn and am thrilled about this opportunity."
Discussing the essence of leadership, he remarked: "Leadership transcends titles and positions; it embodies vision, courage, and the capacity to inspire change and transformation. It is about advancing society from its current state to one of development. A leader possesses the conviction to act where others may falter."
He noted that through initiatives like Make in India, Aatmanirbhar Bharat, Digital India, Skill India, Startup India, PM-AWAS, GatiShakti, Swachch Bharat, and Kisan Samman Nidhi, PM Modi has elevated nearly 30 crore individuals from poverty and lifted the Indian economy to unprecedented levels.
The Bhutanese PM commended his Indian counterpart, stating that he embodies all the traits of a Bodhisattva—wisdom, courage, and compassion.
He remarked that under PM Modi's leadership, India is on the path to becoming Viksit Bharat.
"A Viksit Bharat will be your enduring legacy, and SOUL will uphold this legacy," he asserted.
He sought PM Modi's guidance and support for Bhutan's public sector.
