Bhutan Prime Minister Dasho Tshering Tobgay, on Friday, called Prime Minister Narendra Modi his elder brother and mentor and said he was looking forward to learning lessons in leadership from the Indian leader.
Attending at the launch version of the SOUL Conclave at New Delhi's Bharat Mandapam, Tobgy said, "I'm attending as a pupil, looking forward to learning. This opportunity to do so, I get at this event. I'm getting leadership lessons from Prime Minister Narendra Modi, who I call my big brother and who gives counsel and encouragement continuously."
Praising PM Modi’s leadership, Tobgay emphasized how, in just a decade, he has steered India onto a path of remarkable progress. "Your leadership has been a shining light, driving an era of extraordinary development," he said.
Speaking in admiration, the Bhutanese prime minister revealed that each encounter with PM Modi inspires him to serve the people with more commitment. He termed SOUL as a visionary program that was thought out by Modi, praising the Indian Prime Minister for his unwavering commitment to developing true leaders and equipping them to serve their people well.
Recognizing his own position as a student, Tobgay modestly declared, "I have no lessons to teach on leadership; rather, I am here as a learner, ready to learn."
Elaborating on the nature of leadership, he said, "Leadership is not about positions or titles, it is about one's ability to drive transformation. A good leader acts where others fear to tread and believes in possibilities even when others lose faith."
Tobgay also lauded Modi’s flagship initiatives such as Make in India, Aatmanirbhar Bharat, Digital India, Skill India, Startup India, PM-AWAS, GatiShakti, Swachh Bharat, and Kisan Samman Nidhi, acknowledging their role in lifting nearly 30 crore people out of poverty and propelling India’s economic growth.
Drawing a deeper connection, he likened Modi’s qualities to those of a Bodhisattva—wisdom, courage, and compassion. He further stated that under Modi’s leadership, India is on course to becoming Viksit Bharat (Developed India).
"A developed India will be your legacy, and SOUL will ensure that your vision continues to inspire future generations," Tobgay affirmed.
In conclusion, he sought PM Modi’s guidance and support in strengthening Bhutan’s public sector, reinforcing the deep ties between the two nations.
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