On 26th May 2014, Narendra Modi sir took oath as the Prime
Minister of India, becoming the first ever PM to be born after India attained
Independence. Dynamic, dedicated and determined, Narendra Modi reflects the
aspiration(hope) and hope of over a billion Indians.
Right from May 2014, PM Modi sir has embarked(begin) on a
journey of all-round and inclusive development where every Indian can realize
their hopes and aspirations. He remains deeply inspired by the principle of
‘Antyodaya’, of serving the last person in the queue.
Through innovative ideas and initiatives, the Government has
ensured that the wheels of progress move at rapid pace and the fruits of
development reach every citizen. Governance has become open, easier and
transparent.
In a first, the Pradhan Mantri Jan Dhan Yojana marked a
paradigm shift in ensuring that every citizen is integrated in the financial
system of the Nation. His clarion-call(a request for action) for ‘Make in
India’ complimented by a focus on making business easy has stimulated
unprecedented vigour and enterprise among investors and entrepreneurs. Labour
reforms and dignity of labour under the ‘Shrameva Jayate’ initiative has
empowered several workers of small and medium industries, also providing a
boost to our skilled youth.
In a first, the Government of India launched three social
security schemes for the people of India and also focused on giving pension to
the elderly and insurance cover to the poor. On 2nd October 2014, Mahatma
Gandhi’s Birth Anniversary the PM launched ‘Swachh Bharat Mission’ a mass
movement for cleanliness across the Nation. The scale and impact of the
movement is historic.
In July 2015 the Prime Minister unveiled the Digital India
Mission to create a Digital India where technology plays a key role in bringing
a qualitative change on people’s lives.
Narendra Modi sir’s foreign policy initiatives have realized
the true potential and role of world’s largest democracy, India on the world
stage. He began his term in office in presence of all Heads of States of SAARC
Nations. His address to the General Assembly of United Nations was appreciated
across the world. Modi sir became the first Indian Prime Minister to embark on
a bilateral visit to Nepal after a long period of 17 years, to Australia after
28 years, to Fiji after 31 years and Seychelles after 34 years. Since taking
over, Modi sir attended UN, BRICS, SAARC and G-20 Summits, where India’s
interventions and views on a variety of global economic and political issues
were widely appreciated. His visit to Japan marked a momentous chapter to
unfold a new era of India-Japan relations. He became the first PM of India to
visit Mongolia and his visits to China and South Korea have been successful in
drawing investments to India. His continued engaging with Europe was seen
during his visit to France and Germany.
Shri Narendra Modi sir has attached great importance to
strong ties with the Arab world. His visit to UAE in August 2015, the first by
an Indian PM in 34 years, covered tremendous ground in enhancing India’s
economic partnership with the Gulf. In July 2015 Modi sir visited the five
central Asian Nations in a visit that was seen as path breaking. Vital
agreements were signed between India and these nations in spheres like energy,
trade, culture and economics. In October 2015 a historic India Africa Summit
was held in New Delhi, in which 54 African nations participated. Leaders of 41
African nations graced the summit, in which extensive deliberations on
deepening India-Africa ties. The Prime Minister himself held bilateral meetings
with the visiting African leaders.
In November 2015 the Prime Minister joined the COP21 Summit
in Paris, where he, along with several world leaders deliberated on climate
change, Modi sir and President Hollande
of France unveiled the International Solar Alliance, a forum to harness energy
of the Sun to light homes.
Several world leaders including Prime Minister of Australia
Tony Abbott, President Xi Jinping of People’s Republic of China, President
Maithripala Sirisena of Sri Lanka, President Vladimir Putin of Russia and
Chancellor Angela Merkel of Germany have visited India and these visits have
achieved breakthroughs in improving cooperation between India and these
Nations. The 2015 Republic Day saw President Barack Obama visit India as the
Chief Guest, a first in the history of India-USA relations. In August 2015,
India hosted the FIPIC Summit, which was attended by top leaders from the
Pacific Islands. Key aspects relating to India’s ties with the Pacific Islands
were discussed.
Shri Narendra Modi sir’s clarion call for marking one day as
‘International Day of Yoga’ received an overwhelming response at the UN. In a
first, a total of 177 nations across the world came together and passed the
resolution to declare 21st June as the ‘International Day of Yoga at the UN.’
Born on 17 September 1950 in a small town in Gujarat, he
grew up in a poor but loving family ‘without a spare rupee’. The initial
hardships of life not only taught the value of hard work but also exposed him
to the avoidable sufferings of the common people. This inspired him from a very
young age to immerse himself in service of people and the nation. In initial
years, he worked with the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) a Nationalist
organization devoted to nation building and later devoted himself in politics
working with the Bharatiya Janta Party organization at National and State
level. Modi sir completed his MA in political science from Gujarat University.
In the year 2001, he became the Chief Minister of his home
State Gujarat and went on to serve a record four terms as Chief Minister. He
transformed Gujarat, which was reeling from the after-effects of a devastating
earthquake, into a growth engine that makes a strong contribution to India’s
development.
Narendra Modi sir is a ‘People’s Leader’, dedicated solving
their problems and improving their well-being. Nothing is more satisfying to
him than being amongst the people, sharing their joys and alleviating their
sorrows. His powerful ‘personal connect’ with the people on ground is
complemented by a strong online presence. He is known as India’s most
techno-savvy leader, using the web to reach people and bring about change in
their lives. He is very active on social media platforms including Facebook,
Twitter, Google+, Instagram, Sound Cloud, Linkedin, Weibo and other forums.
Beyond politics, Modi sir enjoys writing. He has authored
several books, including poetry. He begins his day with yoga, which centers his
body and mind and instills the power of calmness in an otherwise fast-paced
routine.
This is the man, an embodiment of courage, compassion and
conviction, on whom the nation has bestowed its mandate, trusting that he will
rejuvenate India and make it a bright beacon to the world.
Thank you
(Source:- Know your PM)
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