Union ministers, BJP CMs hail Modi government’s 12-year record

Union ministers and Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) chief ministers lauded Prime Minister Narendra Modi's government on Friday, marking its 12 years in power. They attributed significant transformations in infrastructure, welfare delivery, national security, and governance to his leadership, laying the groundwork for a developed India by 2047.

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From ‘Beti Bachao, Beti Padhao’ to over 10 crore gas connections under the Ujjwala scheme and more than 12 crore toilets, the dignity and convenience of women have been accorded the highest priority.

Prime Minister Modi achieved a milestone on June 10, becoming India's longest-serving continuously elected Prime Minister after completing 4,399 days in office. Over these 12 years, the government is credited with eradicating left-wing extremism, revolutionizing welfare programs, establishing the JAM trinity (Jan Dhan, Aadhaar, Mobile) and UPI, boosting infrastructure development in rail, road, and air transport, reshaping India's defense and nuclear doctrines, and retaliating against Pakistani terrorism through operations like 'Operation Sindoor'. The administration also navigated the country through a pandemic and three global conflicts.

Union Home Minister Amit Shah highlighted the government's "women-led development" model, emphasizing advancements in women's dignity, safety, and empowerment. He cited initiatives like 'Beti Bachao, Beti Padhao,' over 100 million gas connections under the Ujjwala scheme, and more than 120 million toilets built. Shah also noted schemes like Mudra, 'Lakhpati Didi,' and the 'Nari Shakti Vandan Adhiniyam' for promoting women's self-employment and empowerment.

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India had undergone a “remarkable transformation” under Modi’s leadership, citing advances in infrastructure, connectivity, manufacturing and national security.

Union Minister Kiren Rijiju described India's progress under Modi as a "remarkable transformation," pointing to improvements in infrastructure, connectivity, manufacturing, and national security. He noted the expansion of road, rail, and airport networks, positioning India as a global manufacturing hub. Union Minister JP Nadda referred to the past 12 years as a "golden era" marked by unprecedented development and welfare measures, stating that a strong foundation has been laid for achieving a developed India by 2047.

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The government has laid a strong foundation for achieving the goal of a developed India by 2047.

State leaders echoed these sentiments. Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath called the period "transformative," characterized by inclusive welfare, enhanced governance, and infrastructure development. Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis described Modi as "not only the longest serving, but the finest serving" Prime Minister, responsible for a "360-degree transformation." Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta congratulated Modi for redefining change and transformation, particularly in urban transport with the expansion of the Metro rail network to over 1,000 kilometers, India becoming the third-largest aviation market, and significant digital transformation. Gujarat Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel emphasized leveraging Modi's initiatives and good governance measures to build a developed India.

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The last 12 years marked a “transformative period” characterised by inclusive welfare, improved governance and infrastructure development.