PM Modi Praises Union Minister Jitan Ram Manjhi's Contributions to MSME Sector on His Birthday

Union Minister Jitan Ram Manjhi, a distinguished Dalit leader, received warm birthday greetings from Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday.

The Prime Minister commended Manjhi's dedication to uplifting the poor and strengthening the Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSME) sector, which he described as a crucial component in India's progression toward becoming a Viksit Bharat (Developed India).

In his message on X, Prime Minister Modi stated: "Best wishes to Union Minister Shri Jitan Ram Manjhi Ji on his birthday. He has distinguished himself by serving the poor and marginalised sections of society. He is making exceptional efforts to strengthen the MSME sector, which is essential to building a Viksit Bharat. Praying for his long and healthy life."

Union Home Minister Amit Shah also conveyed his birthday wishes through social media, highlighting Manjhi's significant contributions to India's economic development through his work in the MSME sector.

Shah wrote: "Heartfelt birthday wishes to Union Minister Shri @jitanrmanjhi Ji. Under the leadership of Modi Ji, you are continuously providing momentum to micro, small, and medium enterprises and contributing to the creation of a self-reliant and developed India. I pray to God for your excellent health and long life."

The celebration extended beyond these senior officials as several other Cabinet colleagues joined in expressing their good wishes to Manjhi.

External Affairs Minister Dr. S. Jaishankar shared: "Wishing my Cabinet colleague Shri Jitan Ram Manjhi Ji a happy birthday. I pray to God for your good health and long life."

Union Minister for Road Transport and Highways Nitin Gadkari added his congratulations, saying: "To my colleague in the Union Cabinet, Shri @jitanrmanjhi ji, heartfelt birthday wishes. I pray to God for your excellent health, long life, and a blissful life."

Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis also participated in the well-wishing, posting: "Heartiest birthday greetings to Hon'ble Union Minister Jitan Ram Manjhi ji! Wishing you a long life and good health!"

Manjhi, who founded the Hindustani Awam Morcha (Secular), was appointed to the Union Cabinet in 2024. He currently serves as the Minister of Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises, a department considered vital for generating employment opportunities and fostering economic growth at the grassroots level.