Sonowal calls on panchayat leaders to uphold Modi's vision for 2047
Dibrugarh: Union minister of ports, shipping & waterways
Sarbananda Sonowal
on Wednesday urged newly elected panchayat representatives in Tinsukia district to work toward Prime Minister Narendra Modi's vision of a developed India by 2047, stating that true democratic strength lies in grassroots participation.
Addressing candidates from the newly formed Makum legislative assembly constituency who contested the recent three-tier panchayat polls, Sonowal congratulated all participants and underlined the importance of value-driven, transparent governance through the Panchayati Raj system.
"Every candidate deserves heartfelt congratulations. Your involvement — win or lose — has strengthened the BJP's organisational base across panchayats. Let us continue working toward the vision of Viksit Bharat 2047," he said. Drawing a parallel between sports and politics, the Dibrugarh MP likened political credibility to Olympic success, saying both demand sustained commitment.
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