Union Minister Nitin Gadkari was honored with YouTube’s coveted ‘Golden Button’ Award on Wednesday, recognizing the substantial following and popularity of his content on the platform. The award was presented to Gadkari by Ajay Vidyasagar, Regional Director of YouTube at Google Asia Pacific.
Expressing gratitude, Gadkari, the Minister of Road Transport and Highways, described the award as a “symbol of people’s trust and support.” He thanked YouTube for recognizing the public’s appreciation of his work through this honor. His channel features various videos, including inauguration ceremonies, updates on new roadways and expressways, and speeches he delivers at events and organizations. A notable video pinned to his channel, “Things to know about Nitin Gadkari,” presents him as a “visionary leader with an impressive track record.”
In a post on X (formerly Twitter), Gadkari shared, “A symbol of people’s trust and support – honored to receive the Golden Button for sharing the journey with you all! Thank you, YouTube!” The message was accompanied by a video from the award ceremony.
With over one million subscribers and approximately 4,200 videos, Gadkari’s YouTube channel continues to serve as a platform for his ongoing projects and public engagements.