New Delhi, April 6 On Monday, BJP national president Nitin Nabin called upon party workers and leaders to connect with people across the country with complete dedication and commitment, and to fulfill Prime Minister Narendra Modi's resolve of "Developed India by 2047."
Speaking on the 47th Foundation Day of the BJP, Nabin urged the party members to further expand the party's reach by drawing inspiration from the "dedication and sacrifice" of leaders and workers who contributed to making the BJP the world's largest political party.
"While we are celebrating, it is also an occasion to make a firm decision," the BJP chief said, "Let us move forward with a resolve to build a Developed India by 2047 and fulfill the dream of seeing the 'saffron' flag (bhagwa) at every level, from the village council to Parliament," Nabin said, addressing a gathering at the party headquarters here.
Extending greetings to BJP workers and supporters, he praised their commitment and reiterated the party's "nation first" principle.
"It is a great privilege for me to be celebrating the party's foundation day with all of you for the first time after becoming the national president. This is not just a day of celebration, but also a moment of resolve for all of us," he said.
Paying tribute to former party chiefs and generations of karyakartas (workers), Nabin said the BJP's growth has been a collective effort spanning decades.
"I extend my greetings to all former national presidents and salute all the karyakartas of those times who strengthened the party and brought it to where it is today," he said.
Tracing the party's ideological roots, he said that while the BJP was founded in 1980, its guiding principles date back to the Bharatiya Jana Sangh.
"The ideas and nationalism with which our senior leaders worked since the Jana Sangh days continue to inspire us even today," Nabin said.
On the contribution of party workers, he said, "If the BJP stands in its present form today, it is because of the dedication, hard work, and sacrifices of lakhs and crores of workers."
Referring to Prime Minister Narendra Modi's address earlier, Nabin said it provided both a reflection on the party's struggles and a roadmap for the future.
"The prime minister reminded us of our history, our struggles, and also showed us the path ahead," he said.
Invoking the legacy of key leaders, Nabin said the BJP's journey can be understood through the principles laid down by its founding leaders.
"If we remember the nationalism of Shyama Prasad Mukherjee, the Antyodaya philosophy of Deendayal Upadhyaya, and the good governance model of Atal Bihari Vajpayee, we can truly understand the BJP's journey," he said, adding that Modi has successfully carried forward these principles.
Recalling the party's difficult phases, he said BJP workers remained steadfast even during periods of electoral setbacks.
"There was a time when the party was reduced to just two seats in 1984, but our workers continued their struggle with unwavering commitment," he said.
Nabin said the BJP's expansion reflects the trust it has built among people through its cadre-based structure and consistent outreach.
"The faith that BJP workers have built among the people is visible across the country, and it continues to strengthen the organisation," he added.
