Bhutan PM Tshering Tobgay Calls SOUL A Testament To PM Modi’s Vision; Praises His Leadership

On Friday, Bhutan Prime Minister Tshering Tobgay described the School of Ultimate Leadership (SOUL) as the ‘brainchild’ of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, emphasizing it as a reflection of PM Modi’s dedication to nurturing leaders for the service of India.

Speaking at the SOUL Leadership Conclave in Delhi, Bhutan’s PM referred to PM Modi as his ‘mentor and elder brother’, stating that every interaction with him inspires him to work harder as a public servant.

Prime Minister Tshering Tobgay stated, “Prime Minister, my elder brother, every time I have the opportunity of meeting you, I am overcome with joy. Your Excellency, Prime Minister, my mentor, every time I meet you, I am inspired to work even harder as a public servant. Your Excellency, ladies and gentlemen, friends, I bring to you warm greetings of His Majesty the King of Bhutan. Today is an important day in Bhutan as it is the birth anniversary of His Majesty the King. I am delighted that I am celebrating this auspicious occasion in India among friends led by the Honourable Prime Minister and including all the distinguished guests here.”

“I invite all of you to join me in offering our prayers and birthday greetings to our beloved monarch, King Jigme. To the leadership, management, faculty of the School of Ultimate Leadership, I congratulate you on your combined vision and dedication in bringing this important institution to life. The School of Ultimate Leadership is the brainchild of Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi and it is yet another testament to the Prime Minister’s unwavering commitment to nurturing authentic leaders and empowering them to serve the great Republic of India,” Bhutan PM asserted.

Here As A Student To Learn From Modi: PM Tshering Tobgay

Bhutanese Prime Minister Tshering Tobgay expressed his enthusiasm for learning about leadership from Prime Minister Narendra Modi, describing himself as a student on this visit.

Speaking partly in Hindi, he called it a rare and valuable opportunity to gain insights from PM Modi, whom he praised as one of the world’s most outstanding leaders.

Bhutan PM noted, “I feel compelled to clarify right from the start that I do not have lessons to offer on leadership. I’m hardly qualified for that. Instead, I’m here as a student to learn. I am here today, myself, as a student and this student has given the opportunity to learn this quality of leadership. This is an ideal opportunity because I will be learning about leadership from the greatest leader of the world, respected Prime Minister Narendra Modi. I am very excited to learn about leadership. In you, PM Modi Ji, I see in you the image of an elder brother, who always guides and helps me.”

PM Tshering Tobgay Praises PM Modi’s Leadership In India’s Progress

Prime Minister Tshering Tobgay lauded PM Modi for guiding India’s progress over the past decade with wisdom, courage, and compassionate leadership.

“Leadership is not about titles, it’s not about position. It is about vision. It’s about courage. It is about the ability to inspire change. Leadership is about transformation. It is about taking society from where it stands today and guiding it towards a future that is more prosperous, more peaceful and happier for all. A leader sees what others do not yet see, believes in what others may doubt, and takes action where others hesitate. The greatest leaders in history have not merely led organizations or nations, they have led revolutions of thought, process and development. Honorable Prime Minister Ji, my dear brother, you have put India on the path of progress in just 10 years with your wisdom, courage and compassionate leadership,” PM Tshering Tobgay further said.

PM Modi Inaugurates SOUL Leadership Conclave

Earlier in the day, Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated the first edition of the SOUL Leadership Conclave at Bharat Mandapam.

The two-day conclave, held from 21 to 22 February, serves as a key platform for leaders from various fields, including politics, sports, arts, media, spirituality, public policy, business, and the social sector.

Designed to encourage collaboration and thought leadership, the conclave aims to inspire young minds by offering insights from both successes and failures.

The School of Ultimate Leadership is an emerging institution in Gujarat dedicated to nurturing leaders committed to public service.

It however seeks to expand political leadership opportunities beyond traditional lineage, focusing on merit, dedication, and passion for governance.

SOUL provides the necessary skills and knowledge to navigate the complexities of leadership in the modern era.

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