Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday became the longest-serving head of government in India, surpassing the 8,930-day record of former Sikkim Chief Minister Pawan Kumar Chamling. The occasion saw his ministerial colleagues laud his journey, with Defence Minister Rajnath Singh taking the lead.“Prime Minister Modi is now the longest-serving head of a government in India. Pure devotion to the nation and its people defines him. From his unwavering commitment as Chief Minister of Gujarat to his dedicated leadership as Prime Minister, his life has been a continuous journey of service,” Singh said.“With 8,931 days in public office as head of government, this milestone reflects PM Modi’s deep commitment to nation-first governance, integrity in action and tireless service to every citizen,” he added, congratulating the Prime Minister.BJP president Nitin Nabin and other senior members of the BJP-led NDA Cabinet also hailed Modi on the milestone.