Amit Shah has officially become the longest-serving Home Minister in India’s history, completing 2,258 days in office since taking over the role on May 30, 2019. This achievement surpassed the previous record held by veteran leader L.K. Advani. Shah’s milestone comes at a significant moment—on the sixth anniversary of the abrogation of Article 370, a historic move made early in his tenure that revoked Jammu & Kashmir’s special status and integrated it fully with India.
PM Modi Applauds Amit Shah’s Leadership
At a recent National Democratic Alliance (NDA) meeting, Prime Minister Narendra Modi congratulated Amit Shah for his record-breaking tenure. PM Modi praised Shah’s leadership, vision, and his commitment to India’s internal security. Modi highlighted Shah’s involvement in landmark operations like “Operation Sindoor” and “Operation Mahadev,” which were key in eliminating terrorism in the country. Modi also remarked that this is “just the beginning,” signaling confidence in Shah’s continued contributions to national security and governance.
Key Achievements During Amit Shah’s Tenure
Amit Shah’s term as Home Minister has been marked by several bold decisions and actions. Besides the abrogation of Article 370, he led a sustained crackdown on terrorism, strengthened border management, and modernized India’s police forces. Shah has also played a leading role in reducing areas affected by Maoist violence and is committed to ending this threat entirely by March 2026. The construction of the Ram Janmabhoomi temple and new criminal justice laws are other highlights under his leadership. His ability to unite different parties under the NDA and his steady hand in challenging times have earned him respect across the political spectrum.