Amaravati, May 2 (NationPress) The Chief Minister of Andhra Pradesh, N. Chandrababu Naidu, affirmed on Friday that India is secure and poised to become a developed nation under the stewardship of Prime Minister Narendra Modi.

While addressing a public gathering to celebrate the re-launch of Amaravati capital projects by the Prime Minister, Naidu expressed his admiration for Modi.

He strongly denounced the recent terrorist attack in Pahalgam, assuring PM Modi that the entire nation stands united in confronting such challenges.

In a unique gesture, the Chief Minister switched to Hindi to express the support of Andhra Pradesh’s populace to the Prime Minister.

“Modiji, we are with you; the 5 crore people of Andhra Pradesh support you, and the entire nation stands by you,” Naidu stated.

The atmosphere was charged with patriotism as Naidu rallied the audience to chant slogans of ‘Vande Mataram’. Many attendees waved the national flag.

Although PM Modi did not address the Pahalgam attack or Pakistan, Chief Minister Naidu, along with Deputy Chief Minister Pawan Kalyan and Minister Nara Lokesh, condemned the April 22 incident and honored the victims.

Naidu noted that previous meetings with Modi were pleasant, but the recent encounter in New Delhi was marked by seriousness due to the Pahalgam attack.

“For the first time, I witnessed Modi ji in such distress. I sensed the pain he felt for the lives lost to terrorism. Thus, on behalf of Andhra Pradesh, I assure you that we will staunchly support your fight against terrorism and back every action taken by the Centre,” the Chief Minister affirmed.

Emphasizing that a strong India is emerging under PM Modi's leadership, Naidu highlighted that when Modi first assumed office, India was ranked 10th globally, and now it has ascended to the 5th position in 11 years.

With PM Modi’s vision of welfare, development, and empowerment, Naidu stated that a new India is taking shape, noting that during this decade, 15 crore individuals have been uplifted from poverty.

Naidu welcomed the Union Cabinet’s initiative to conduct a caste census, stating, “Collecting caste and socio-economic data will facilitate inclusive empowerment for all. It will transform India's future.”

Pawan Kalyan referred to the Pahalgam attack as one of the darkest days for the nation, asserting that the bloodshed in Kashmir reverberated across the country. “I’ve personally felt the pain of the victims. PM Modi ji is steering the country through these challenging times, assuring citizens of stern action against terrorism,” he remarked.

Lokesh asserted that Pakistan has overstepped its bounds by causing innocent deaths, clarifying that Pakistan poses no threat to India.

“Even if 100 Pakistans unite, they will be powerless. We possess one missile to counter 100 Pakistans, and that is NaMo (Narendra Modi),” he declared amidst rousing cheers.

Lokesh also referred to reports indicating that some Pakistani Army officials have resigned or taken leave.

He praised the Centre’s decision to conduct a caste census, asserting that PM Modi is courageously rewriting history in alignment with his commitment to empower marginalized communities.