Sunil Bharti Mittal Praises PM Modi’s Visionary, Technology-Driven Leadership on His 75th Birthday
New Delhi, September 16, 2025 — Sunil Bharti Mittal, the Founder and Chairman of Bharti Enterprises, has lauded Prime Minister Narendra Modi for his forward-thinking and technology-first approach that has significantly contributed to India’s inclusive progress and development.
As the nation prepares to celebrate PM Modi’s 75th birthday on September 17, Mittal recalled a memorable episode during the Prime Minister’s visit to the United Kingdom, where Modi demonstrated an exceptional ability to listen to industry leaders, quickly understand their ideas, and enhance them for the nation’s benefit. Mittal highlighted this unique leadership quality in a social media post by Bharti Airtel under the ‘My Modi Story’ campaign.
A prominent example Mittal pointed out is PM Modi’s 2014 visit to Japan, where the Prime Minister’s promise to create a single-window clearance desk within the Prime Minister’s Office for Japanese investors marked a game-changing moment. This initiative fundamentally altered Japan’s perception of investing in India, underscoring Modi’s commitment to streamlining business processes and promoting ease of doing business.
Addressing business leaders from India and Japan during that visit, PM Modi emphasized ongoing reforms to India’s rules and laws, which he assured would yield tangible results soon. He stressed that good governance is rooted in simplifying procedures, quickening processes, and making optimal use of technology — principles that continue to guide his administration.
Mittal also pointed out that Modi’s focus on technology-enabled development is not new. Drawing on his tenure as Chief Minister of Gujarat, Mittal praised Modi for pioneering a first-of-its-kind project that connected every village panchayat via VSAT technology. This grassroots innovation not only laid the foundation for nationwide digital connectivity but also reflected Modi’s deep commitment to leveraging technology for inclusive growth.
The ‘My Modi Story’ campaign continues to share powerful accounts of the Prime Minister’s impact across various sectors of society, reflecting how his leadership has touched lives at multiple levels. As the country celebrates this milestone birthday, the stories reinforce Modi’s vision of a developed India by 2047 — a dream embraced collectively by citizens nationwide.
Sunil Bharti Mittal’s tribute comes amid broad celebrations and acknowledgments from diverse quarters. From industry leaders to artists and politicians, many are recognizing the Prime Minister’s influence on India’s transformation and future trajectory.
— IANS
