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Prime Minister Narendra Modi, India’s longest-serving non-Congress Prime Minister, turned 75 today. Since taking office in May 2014, PM Modi has reshaped India’s governance with landmark economic reforms, massive infrastructure projects, welfare schemes touching millions of lives, and decisive foreign policy moves that boosted India’s global stature.
From rolling out the world’s largest financial inclusion drive and bringing electricity and clean cooking fuel to rural homes, to leading the G20 Summit in Delhi and co-founding the International Solar Alliance, PM Modi’s tenure has been marked by ambitious initiatives and bold decisions.
On his 75th birthday, here’s a look at 75 key achievements, spanning governance, economy, infrastructure, social reforms, technology, and global diplomacy, that have defined his journey as India’s Prime Minister.
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Key Steps Of PM Modi To Take India Forward
1. Goods And Services Tax (GST): A landmark indirect tax reform in 2017 consolidating 17 taxes into one streamlined system.
2. Insolvency And Bankruptcy Code (IBC): Introduced to resolve bad loans and improve the banking sector’s health.
3. Ujjwala Yojana: Provided free LPG connections to women in rural households, significantly enhancing clean cooking access.
4. Abolition Of Article 370: Revoked Jammu and Kashmir’s special status on 5th August 2019.
5. Abolition Of Triple Talaq: Eliminated the instantaneous practice among Muslims, seen as a stride toward uniform civil laws.
6. Scrapping Of Old Laws: Repealed 1,450 outdated statutes out of 1,800 identified, enhancing regulatory simplicity.
7. Jan Dhan Yojana: Extensive financial inclusion with millions of bank accounts opened.
8. Saubhagya Scheme: Achieved universal household electrification; over 2.86 crore homes electrified.
9. Swachh Bharat Abhiyan: Cleanliness campaign that built 12 crore+ toilets and eliminated open defecation.
10. Jal Jeevan Mission: Aimed to provide tap water to rural households.
11. Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana (Urban): 7.4+ million homes built since 2015.
12. Digital India & UPI Expansion: Enhanced digital infrastructure and enabled seamless digital payments.
13. Ayushman Bharat Yojana: Health insurance coverage up to Rs 5 lakh per family for vulnerable populations.
14. Covid-19 Vaccine Rollout & CoWIN Platform: Oversaw one of the largest immunization drives globally, with an efficient digital rollout.
15. Pressing Food Security During Covid-19: Delivered free rations to over 813 million under PMGKAY.
16. PM-KISAN Scheme: Benefit scheme for farmers covering over 14.5 crore beneficiaries.
17. NEP (National Education Policy) 2020: Introduced a 5+3+3+4 restructuring framework.
18. Global Innovation Index Jump: India climbed from 81st (2014) to 39th (2024), reflecting improved innovation capacity.
19. Central Vista Redevelopment & New Parliament: Constructed a modern, earthquake-resistant Parliament building.
20. E-Nam & Soil Health Cards: Revolutionized agricultural trade and soil management.
21. 10% EWS Reservation: Institutionalized reservation for economically weaker sections.
22. Atal Bhujal Yojana (Groundwater Management): Launched in 2019 to sustainably manage groundwater in seven states.
23. J&K Rail Connectivity & Vande Bharat Trains: Inaugurated the USBRL, including the world’s highest Chenab Bridge, and flagged off trains.
24. Manipur Infra & Peace Initiatives: Launched developmental projects worth Rs 7,300 crore in conflict areas.
25. Mizoram’s First Railway Line: Bairabi–Sairang project worth around Rs 8,070 crore linked Aizawl to the national network.
26. Digitization Of Ancient Manuscripts: Launched a portal to preserve intellectual heritage and prevent piracy.
27. Patna (Bihar) Infrastructure Boost: 55,000 km rural roads, electrification, housing under PMAY, Vande Bharat express, sewage and water systems.
28. Ram Temple Construction: PM Modi facilitated the groundbreaking ceremony of Ram Temple at Ayodhya.
These apart, let's look into PM Modi's key foreign policy, diplomacy, and global recognition:
Major Achievements Outside India Under PM Modi
1. STRENGTHENED INDIA–US RELATIONS – Multiple state visits, defence pacts (COMCASA, BECA), and critical technology partnerships.
2. PARIS CLIMATE AGREEMENT ROLE (2015) – India played a central role in shaping global climate commitments.
3. INTERNATIONAL SOLAR ALLIANCE (ISA) – Co-founded by India and France; now 100+ countries are members.
4. GLOBAL YOGA DAY (JUNE 21) – Recognized by the United Nations in 2014, proposed by Modi.
5. INDIA’S VOICE IN G20 – Hosted the 2023 G20 Summit in New Delhi; promoted Global South concerns.
6. BRICS EXPANSION – Strengthened India’s position within BRICS and welcomed new member countries during expansion talks.
7. QUAD REVITALIZATION – Enhanced Indo-Pacific partnership with the US, Japan, and Australia.
8. SHANGHAI COOPERATION ORGANISATION (SCO) PRESIDENCY – India chaired SCO in 2023, showcasing leadership in Eurasian diplomacy.
9. CHABAHAR PORT AGREEMENT WITH IRAN – Improved connectivity with Afghanistan and Central Asia.
10. UN SECURITY COUNCIL PRESIDENCY (AUGUST 2021) – India steered discussions on maritime security and terrorism.
11. HUMANITARIAN AID LEADERSHIP – India supplied COVID-19 vaccines to 100+ countries under “Vaccine Maitri.”
12. RESCUE OPERATIONS ABROAD – Successful missions like Operation Rahat (Yemen, 2015), Operation Ganga (Ukraine, 2022), and Operation Kaveri (Sudan, 2023).
13. DEFENCE EXPORTS PUSH – India signed defence deals with Mauritius, Philippines (brahmos missile), and others.
14. STRENGTHENED TIES WITH AFRICA – Multiple India–Africa summits, concessional credit lines, and solar/electricity projects.
15. NEIGHBOURHOOD FIRST POLICY – Priority to SAARC/BIMSTEC nations; electricity grid connections, humanitarian assistance.
16. ACT EAST POLICY EXPANSION – Enhanced partnerships with ASEAN, Japan, and Australia.
17. STRENGTHENED ENERGY DIPLOMACY – Long-term LNG and crude oil contracts with Qatar, Saudi Arabia, and Russia.
18. DIASPORA OUTREACH – Record-breaking diaspora events in New York (Madison Square Garden, 2014) and Sydney (Allphones Arena).
19. INDIA–UAE CEPA (2022) – First free trade agreement in a decade, boosting bilateral trade.
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A Peek Into PM Modi's Achievements Abroad & International Honours
1. STRATEGIC ECONOMIC AID TO MAURITIUS – India announced a US $680 million infrastructure package including redevelopment of Port Louis and Chagos marine initiatives.
2. STRATEGIC COOPERATION WITH MAURITIUS – A parallel USD 250 million package including maritime security agreements was also finalized.
3. LARGEST JOINT NAVAL EXERCISES IN AFRICA – India co-hosted it with multiple African naval powers, boosting maritime security and counter-piracy cooperation.
4. INDIA–JAPAN SPACE COOPERATION (CHANDRAYAAN-5) – Announced a joint lunar mission to explore water and ice on the Moon.
5. VACCINE MAITRI – India delivered over 162 million COVID-19 vaccine doses to nearly 100 countries as humanitarian aid.
6. MISSION SUDARSHAN CHAKRA – Launched August 2025 to indigenously strengthen defence systems with cyber warfare capabilities.
7. FOUNDER MEMBER OF FAIR (GERMANY) – India is contributing to the global antiproton and ion research facility via equipment and scientific collaboration.
8. ENHANCED TIES WITH GULF & LANDMARK RECOGNITIONS – Elevated strategic relations: e.g., first PM visit to Kuwait in 43 years, Strategic Partnership Agreement, and Kuwait’s highest civilian honour.
9. TRANSFORMATION OF GULF TIES – From transactional to strategic, including hosting of AI–Climate Action Summit in France; eight visits to France by 2025.
10. MULTIPLE PRESTIGIOUS GLOBAL CIVILIAN HONOURS – Includes France’s Legion of Honour (2023), Egypt’s Order of the Nile (2023), and Papua New Guinea’s Grand Companion of the Order of Logohu (2023).
11. FIJI’S HIGHEST HONOUR – Bestowed “Companion of the Order of Fiji” for global leadership in 2023.
12. PALAU’S EBAKL AWARD – A culturally significant recognition from the Republic of Palau in 2023.
13. RUSSIA’S ORDER OF ST. ANDREW – Confederated in 2024 for deepened India–Russia relations.
14. BHUTAN’S ORDER OF THE DRUK GYALPO – First foreign head to receive Bhutan’s highest civilian award in 2024.
15. UN CHAMPIONS OF THE EARTH (2018) – UN’s top environmental honor for global environmental leadership.
16. GLOBAL GOALKEEPER AWARD (2019) – From the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation for Swachh Bharat’s impact.
17. GLOBAL ENERGY AND ENVIRONMENT LEADERSHIP AWARD (2021) – From CERA for energy-environmental foresight.
18. SEOUL PEACE PRIZE (2018) – Awarded for contributions to global harmony and reconciliation.
19. KING HAMAD ORDER OF THE RENAISSANCE (BAHRAIN, 2019) – Prestigious Gulf honour for leadership.
20. LEGION OF MERIT (USA, 2020) – Highest US military honor for exceptional service.
21. MALDIVES’ ORDER OF NISHAN IZZUDDIN (2019) – Highest civilian honour for strengthening bilateral ties.
22. PALESTINE’S GRAND COLLAR (2018) – Highest honor recognising efforts to bolster India–Palestine relations.
23. AFGHANISTAN’S GHAZI AMIR AMANULLAH KHAN AWARD (2016) – Awarded after inauguration of Afghan-India Friendship Dam.
24. SAUDI ARABIA’S KING ABDULAZIZ SASH (2016) – Highest civilian honour, marking deepened Indo-Saudi relations.
25. TRINIDAD & TOBAGO’S ORDER OF THE REPUBLIC (2025) – PM Modi became the first Indian Prime Minister to receive the Caribbean nation’s highest honour.
26. BRAZIL’S SOUTHERN CROSS GRAND COLLAR (2025) – PM Modi was conferred Brazil’s top civilian award, a first for any Indian PM.
27. CYPRUS’ ORDER OF MAKARIOS III (2025) – PM Modi became the first Indian leader to be honoured with Cyprus’ highest state award.
28. GHANA’S ORDER OF THE STAR OF GHANA AND NAMIBIA’S GRAND COLLAR (2025) – Ghana awarded its highest national honour to Modi, recognising India–Africa ties while PM Modi became the first Indian Prime Minister to receive Namibia’s most prestigious civilian award.
