PM Modi, Amit Shah Wish Gajendra Shekhawat On Birthday; Praise Cultural Contributions

Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Saturday extended birthday greetings to Union Minister for Culture and Tourism Gajendra Singh Shekhawat, praising his efforts to promote India’s cultural heritage and strengthen the tourism sector.

Shekhawat, who represents Jodhpur in the Lok Sabha, was born on October 3, 1967, in Jaisalmer, Rajasthan. He has served as Union Minister for Culture and Tourism since 2024.

Taking to X, PM Modi praised Shekhawat’s efforts to popularise Indian culture and support the growth of the tourism sector. He also wished the Union Minister a long and healthy life.

Best wishes to Shri Gajendra Singh Shekhawat Ji on his birthday. His work towards making Indian culture popular and ensuring the tourism sector grows is commendable. May he be blessed with a long and healthy life.@gssjodhpur

— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) October 3, 2026

Amit Shah also extended his birthday wishes to Shekhawat and highlighted his contribution to preserving India’s culture, traditions and heritage.

In a post on X, Shah said Shekhawat’s work under the leadership of PM Modi had helped preserve India’s rich cultural traditions and glorious heritage while enhancing their prestige globally. He also wished him good health and a long life.

केंद्रीय मंत्री श्री @gssjodhpur जी को जन्मदिन की हार्दिक शुभकामनाएँ। मोदी जी के नेतृत्व में भारत की समृद्ध संस्कृति, परंपराओं और गौरवशाली विरासत को सहेजने तथा विश्वभर में उसकी प्रतिष्ठा को और बढ़ाने में आपका योगदान सराहनीय है। ईश्वर से आपके उत्तम स्वास्थ्य एवं दीर्घायु की कामना…

— Amit Shah (@AmitShah) October 3, 2026

The greetings from the Prime Minister and Home Minister come as Shekhawat continues to handle the Culture and Tourism portfolios at the Centre. His ministry oversees initiatives aimed at preserving India’s heritage and promoting the country’s diverse cultural and tourism potential.

The leaders’ messages also highlighted the wider role of India’s cultural heritage in strengthening the country’s global presence and supporting tourism-related growth.

Shekhawat’s work in the Culture and Tourism ministries covers efforts to showcase India’s historical, cultural and heritage assets while encouraging tourism across the country.

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