Sadbhavana: Modi's supporters in US, fast across cities

Washington, Sep 18: Supporters of Chief Minister of Gujarat, Narendra Modi held a fast across cities in US in support of his 3-day Sadbhavana fast.

Members of Overseas Friends of BJP (OFBJP) held fast in cities like New Jersey, Kentucky, New York, Pennsylvania, Atlanta, Washington, Minnesota, Texas California, Chicago, Delaware, Florida and St Louis, OFBJP said in a statement.

The organization also congratulated the Chief Minister for showing remarkable courage, patience and determination despite of false charges, cases against him.

"Even in these trying circumstances, Modi continued to work tirelessly and selflessly and has been discharging his constitutional duties to bring all round development and progress to the State of Gujarat; so much so that it has now become a model of development not only in India but in the entire world," said Jayesh Patel, New Jersey-based OFBJP president elect.

Adapa Prasad, Maryland-based OFBJP president in support of Modi said Congress and other parties were charging him baselessly for the past nine years.

"His vision and good governance has been appreciated by prominent industrialists, celebrities, and intellectuals," Prasad said.

"Gujarat under the leadership of Modi has become the growth engine for real growth in India," said Chandrakant Patel, Florida, organising secretary of OFBJP.

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