On his 74th birthday, Prime Minister Narendra Modi became emotional while recalling his late mother during a visit to a tribal family's home in Odisha, where he was served 'khiri' (rice pudding). Modi expressed that this gesture reminded him of his mother's tradition of feeding him 'gud' (jaggery) on his birthdays, highlighting the affection he received from his mother. During his visit, he attended the Griha Pravesh ceremony for beneficiaries of the Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana and launched the Subhadra Yojana, committing to various development projects worth ₹3,800 crore. Political leaders from across the spectrum extended their birthday wishes, with BJP leaders praising Modi's vision for 'New India'. He emphasized the importance of women empowerment through housing schemes, stating that property is now being registered in women's names even in rural areas. Modi's heartfelt remarks about his mother resonated with attendees, reflecting on the personal and cultural significance of such traditions.