Watch: Team Modi - 45 Ministers Take Oath
Narendra Modi has been sworn in as India's 15th Prime Minister in the forecourt of the Rashtrapati Bhawan, home of President Pranab Mukherjee, who administered the oath. Present among the almost 4000 guests at the grand ceremony were leaders from eight neighbouring countries, including Pakistan. Even as his 45 ministers took oath after him at the presidential palace, a new website of the Prime Minister's Office was launched with a short first message from Mr Modi.
"On 16th May 2014 the people of India gave their verdict. They delivered a mandate for development, good governance and stability. As we devote ourselves to take India's development journey to newer heights, we seek your support, blessings and active participation. Together we will script a glorious future for India. Let us together dream of a strong, developed and inclusive India that actively engages with the global community to strengthen the cause of world peace and development," the new PM said.
"On 16th May 2014 the people of India gave their verdict. They delivered a mandate for development, good governance and stability. As we devote ourselves to take India's development journey to newer heights, we seek your support, blessings and active participation. Together we will script a glorious future for India. Let us together dream of a strong, developed and inclusive India that actively engages with the global community to strengthen the cause of world peace and development," the new PM said.
