evidence: Modi marked the completion of his 23 years in elected public office after taking over as Gujarat chief minister for first time on Oct 7, 2001, by vowing to continue working tirelessly with more vigour and not rest until the goal of a "developed India" is accomplished. [...] Reiterating achievements of his tenure as PM - including over 25 crore people freed from clutches of poverty, India emerging as fifth-largest economy, Modi said India's developmental strides have ensured that the country is being viewed with utmost optimism globally. "The world is keen to engage with us, invest in our people and be a part of our success. At the same time, India is working extensively to overcome global challenges be it climate change, improving healthcare, realising SDGs and more," he said. [...] The home minister, who has been a constant companion of Modi in his political journey, said it was a matter of good fortune for him that he has been a witness to Modi's long public life.