"Narendra Modi is the first PM of India after Independence who has built the real image of the country in the world. He will give the best direction to the nation," the Union Transport Minister said here.
He was speaking at the launch of a book which contains writings on Modi and some other union ministers titled 'Mahanayak', published by Shri Narkesari Prakashan Ltd here.
"Narendra Modi is a nationalist and he will make India a vishwa guru (world leader)," he said.
"Thanks to the efforts of Prime Minister, Indian culture and development is being talked about on the global platform," Gadkari added.
RSS General Secretary Bhaiyaji Joshi was also present on the occasion.