Prime Minister Narendra Modi took to the social media platform ‘X’ on Friday to wish Union Minister Gajendra Singh Shekhawat, praising his initiatives to position India as a tourism hub while promoting Indian culture. Modi prayed for Shekhawat’s long and healthy life, acknowledging his dedication to the nation’s cultural and tourism sectors.
Birthday wishes to Shri Gajendra Singh Shekhawat Ji, who is making extensive efforts to make India a hub for tourism and at the same time working towards popularising Indian culture. Praying for his long and healthy life.@gssjodhpur
— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) October 3, 2025
Leaders Join in Birthday Greetings
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh lauded Shekhawat’s relentless contributions to enriching India’s tourism and cultural heritage, wishing him continued success and good health.
Warm birthday wishes to Union Minister Shri Gajendra Singh Shekhawat. His tireless efforts in enriching India’s tourism and cultural heritage are truly commendable. May he be blessed with good health, longevity and continued success in serving the nation. @gssjodhpur
— Rajnath Singh (@rajnathsingh) October 3, 2025
Union Minister Jitendra Singh echoed similar sentiments, commending Shekhawat for his unwavering efforts in public service.
Warm birthday greetings to Union Minister of Culture & Tourism, Sh Gajendra Singh Shekhawat Ji!
May Maryada Purushottam Prabhu Shri Ram bless you with good health, long life and continued success.@gssjodhpur pic.twitter.com/rgcPZ9iMZR
— Dr Jitendra Singh (@DrJitendraSingh) October 3, 2025
Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath extended heartfelt wishes, praying for Shekhawat’s good health, long life, and success in national service and social upliftment.
माननीय केंद्रीय मंत्री श्री गजेंद्र सिंह शेखावत जी को जन्मदिन की हार्दिक बधाई!
माता संतोषी से प्रार्थना है कि आपको उत्तम स्वास्थ्य, दीर्घायु और यशस्वी जीवन की प्राप्ति हो।
आपका जीवन राष्ट्रसेवा, लोक-कल्याण और समाज उत्थान के संकल्पों से सतत आलोकित होता रहे।@gssjodhpur
— Yogi Adityanath (@myogiadityanath) October 3, 2025
Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis also conveyed birthday greetings, highlighting Shekhawat’s dedication to public welfare.
Heartiest birthday greetings to Hon’ble Union Minister Shri Gajendra Singh Shekhawat ji!
Wishing you a long life and good health!
केंद्रीय मंत्री मा. श्री गजेन्द्र सिंह शेखावत जी को जन्मदिन की हार्दिक शुभकामनाएं!@gssjodhpur pic.twitter.com/Xa3DmDrXBg— Devendra Fadnavis (@Dev_Fadnavis) October 3, 2025
Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta praised Shekhawat for advancing India’s cultural heritage and tourism sector, noting his guidance in further enriching traditions and tourism initiatives in Delhi.
माननीय केंद्रीय संस्कृति एवं पर्यटन मंत्री श्री गजेंद्र सिंह शेखावत जी को जन्मदिन की हार्दिक शुभकामनाएं।
आपके अथक प्रयासों और समर्पण से भारत की सांस्कृतिक धरोहर और पर्यटन क्षेत्र नई ऊंचाइयों की ओर अग्रसर है। हमारी सरकार दिल्ली में भारतीय संस्कृति, परंपराओं और पर्यटन को और अधिक… pic.twitter.com/3Nk2eSjcsn
— Rekha Gupta (@gupta_rekha) October 3, 2025
Rajasthan Chief Minister Bhajanlal Sharma and former Karnataka Chief Minister Basavaraj Bommai joined in sending warm wishes, appreciating his work in tourism and cultural promotion.
माननीय केंद्रीय संस्कृति और पर्यटन मंत्री श्री गजेन्द्र सिंह शेखावत जी को जन्मदिन की हार्दिक शुभकामनाएं एवं बधाई!
प्रभु श्री राम से आपके उत्तम स्वास्थ्य, दीर्घायु एवं मंगलमय जीवन की कामना करता हूँ।@gssjodhpur pic.twitter.com/Y9tdXGlFsV
— Bhajanlal Sharma (@BhajanlalBjp) October 3, 2025
Recognition of Political Journey and Public Service
A prominent leader of the Bharatiya Janata Party, Shekhawat has held key positions, including Union Minister of State for Agriculture and Farmers Welfare and Minister of Jal Shakti.
His contributions to water conservation and farmers’ welfare have been instrumental in addressing Rajasthan’s water challenges.
Shekhawat’s political career began in 1992 as President of the Student Union at JNVU University, later becoming National General Secretary of the BJP Kisan Morcha.
In 2014, voters elected him to the 16th Lok Sabha from Jodhpur with a commanding margin of 4,10,051 votes, demonstrating strong public support.
Shekhawat has spearheaded initiatives that strengthen India’s tourism sector and showcase its rich cultural heritage globally.
Leaders across party lines recognised his dedication, emphasising his role in creating opportunities for local communities and promoting India’s traditions, arts, and heritage.
The birthday greetings underscore the recognition of Shekhawat’s ongoing contributions to the nation’s tourism and cultural sectors.
With sustained focus on promoting heritage and developing tourism infrastructure, his initiatives are expected to continue benefiting India’s cultural economy and public welfare efforts.
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