Prime Minister Narendra Modi has launched a series of transformative initiatives, reflecting his vision for a progressive, self-reliant, and united India. This year, he has laid the foundation for significant advancements in areas such as infrastructure, scientific research, youth empowerment, and the celebration of India’s cultural diversity.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi.(Photo | ANI)
2025 began with a focus on the welfare of farmers. During the first Cabinet meeting of the NDA government, a one-time special package for Di-Ammonium Phosphate (DAP) was approved, ensuring affordable fertiliser prices.
On 1 January, PM Modi engaged with cultural figures like singer-actor Diljit Dosanjh and chess grandmaster Koneru Humpy, reinforcing his commitment to fostering excellence in arts, sports, and other fields.
Between 1 and 16 January, numerous noteworthy initiatives took place.
On 3 January, PM Modi handed over 1,675 newly constructed flats under the In-Situ Slum Rehabilitation Project in Delhi, demonstrating his commitment to improving living conditions for countless families. He also laid the foundation for three transformative educational projects worth over Rs 600 crore, including the Eastern Campus at Surajmal Vihar, Western Campus at Dwarka, and the Veer Savarkar College in Najafgarh.
Rural development was emphasized on 4 January during the Grameen Bharat Mahotsav, which promoted GI-certified village products and aimed to enhance rural economies by connecting them with global markets. Further advancing his focus on modernisation, PM Modi met global tech leaders, including Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella, who announced a $3 billion investment in AI infrastructure in India.
On 5 January, PM Modi inaugurated the Namo Bharat Train Corridor, linking Sahibabad to Ashok Nagar, and launched multiple rail infrastructure projects in Odisha, Telangana, and Jammu & Kashmir, marking India’s rapid progress in modernising its transport network.
On 7 January, PM Modi launched two major projects in Andhra Pradesh, worth Rs 1,877 crore: the Bulk Drug Park, aimed at reducing dependence on imported pharmaceutical ingredients, and the Green Hydrogen Hub, designed to produce 1,500 tonnes of green hydrogen daily.
Advances in science were highlighted on 9 January with the inauguration of the Genome India Project, which aims to map India’s genetic diversity and improve healthcare for genetic disorders. On the same day, he addressed the Pravasi Bharatiya Divas Convention in Bhubaneswar, celebrating the global achievements and contributions of the Indian Diaspora.
On 12 January, coinciding with National Youth Day and Swami Vivekananda’s Jayanti, PM Modi participated in the Viksit Bharat Young Leaders Dialogue.
On 13 January, he inaugurated the Sonamarg Tunnel in Jammu & Kashmir, engaging with workers and engineers on-site. Later, he celebrated Lohri, Pongal, and Makar Sankranti with diverse communities, emphasizing India’s cultural unity and heritage.
On 15 January, India achieved another milestone with the commissioning of advanced naval combatants, including new ships and submarines, strengthening its maritime capabilities.
The following day, 16 January, marked a significant achievement in India’s space programme, with ISRO successfully demonstrating satellite docking, a crucial step for future space missions. As PM Modi often states, “Together, we are shaping a developed India, where every citizen plays a vital role in building a brighter tomorrow.”
These initiatives in the first two weeks of 2025 underscore PM Modi’s unwavering commitment to relentless development and progress.
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