Prime Minister Narendra Modi praised Prof. Gobardhan Das for his inspiring journey marked by hard work and humility. PM Modi highlighted Das’ significant contributions to public health, science, and innovation that have brought pride to the nation.
Prof. Das expressed gratitude for the appointment at NITI Aayog, calling it one of the most important days of his life. He reflected on his humble beginnings as the son of a farmer from a Dalit family in a remote village in West Bengal.
Emphasizing the values of hard work and resilience, Prof. Das stated that his new role symbolizes the aspirations of ordinary citizens. He pledged to work with honesty, dedication, and responsibility to contribute to India’s progress under the Prime Minister’s guidance.
