Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister Nara Chandrababu Naidu has turned 75 on April 20, 2015.
Wishes are pouring in from all over the world for the leader, who has rewritten the rules of politics and governance in India. Not just that, he has stood as role model for younger generations, by achieving success braving all odds.
How come a ordinary boy born in a middle class agriculture family in remote southern Andhra village Naravaripalli, become largest serving Chief Minister of Andhra Pradesh and pull strings in Indian politics? That’s an historical journey, which will inspire younger generations and also offers important lessons to succeed in their own lives.
Your background does not matter, if hardwork is your chosen path
Chandrababu Naidu has always been known for his hardwork. Right from his school days to the time he has become a successful politician, he has always worked hard and is known for burning midnight oil.
Chandrababu Naidu has been such an industrious person, even after becoming Chief Minister in mid 1990s, he continued his hardworking style, instead of relaxing. In fact, after becoming Chief Minister he has put in even more hours in the work, believing in ‘work is worship’ principle.
The hardworking nature itself has made Chandrababu survive in highly competitive politics, though he came from a modest background. So all the youth, who feel worried about their background, put your worries to rest and just work hard. Success will be yours.
Be a learner forever
At a time when Indian politicians were know for their limited knowledge and laid back attitude, Chandrababu Naidu has completely changed the rules. He is known for exploring new opportunities, interacting with experts in various fields to gather new knowledge and learn new things from time to time.
Chandrababu Naidu is the perfect example for a ‘life-long learner’. He was the first to learn about Information Technology and leverage it for the development of Andhra Pradesh. In the process opened a new door of infinite possibilities to Telugu people.
Even at 75, Chandrababu Naidu keenly follows all the emerging technologies, global trends and new innovations and makes it a point to know about them and use in his personal and professional life. That’s the invaluable habit, youth have to learn from the veteran leader.
Either students or young professionals, either employees or entrepreneurs, should know the fact that, life-long learning is the new norm, if they have to succeed in their Iives. And who can be a better role model than Chandrababu Naidu to inspire them in this regard!
Perseverance – Perseverance – Perseverance
Legendary French writer Victor Hugo said, ‘Perseverance is the secret of all triumphs’. And that’s what Chandrababu Naidu has steadfastly believed in.
After a crushing defeat in 2004 General Elections, when everyone wrote off Chandrababu Naidu and Telugu Desam Party, he never lost hope. In spite of several difficulties and attacks of opponents, Chandrababu Naidu continued his work, only to bounce back as first CM of Andhra Pradesh state, after Telangana’s formation.
Five years later, Chandrababu Naidu once again lost power in 2019. He was 69 then. Any regular Indian politician, would have called it a day and just rejoiced in their achievements. But Chandrababu never said quit and took in his opponents braving all odds. That made him Chief Minister for the fourth time in 2024, a rare achievement in high stakes Indian politics.
So, for all the youth, who get disappointed or quit, in the face of slightest difficulties or unfavorable circumstances, here is a lesson from Chandrababu – that’s ‘Perseverance’.
Perseverance is the key to achieve success in life, inspite of difficulties and misfortune.
