A boy from Barjumla village in Murshidabad, Akash Karmakar, has expressed happiness after receiving a letter from Prime Minister Narendra Modi acknowledging a drawing he presented at a public rally in Jangipur, West Bengal, during the Assembly election campaign.
Akash said, “A rally was held in Jangipur, where I gave a picture to Modiji. Even while being so busy, Modiji saw my picture and sent me a letter after seeing the picture. My family and I are very happy after reading that letter.”
He added, “I want to thank Modiji very much because he saw my picture and sent me a letter, my family is very happy to see the letter.”
In his letter dated January 24, the Prime Minister thanked Akash for his drawing of Dr Syama Prasad Mukherjee, which was presented during the rally.
“Dear Akash, I thank you for the beautiful drawing of Dr Syama Prasad Mukherjee made by you and presented during the public rally in West Bengal,” the letter stated.
PM Modi praised the boy’s artistic talent and attention to detail: “Your meticulous attention to fine details is a clear reflection of your natural artistic talent. Your spirited gesture of presenting the painting before the gathering reflects the pride and vitality of our younger generation.”
Highlighting Bengal’s cultural heritage, the Prime Minister added, “Art has always been an integral part of Bengal’s rich and vibrant cultural heritage, and it brings me great pride to see individuals like you carrying forward this remarkable tradition.”
He encouraged Akash by saying, “May your work inspire more young minds to contribute meaningfully to society and the nation. Keep up the excellent work, and my best wishes for a bright and promising future.”