India today is a leading global power with a strong economy, diverse culture and technological advancements that have made it a hub for innovation and entrepreneurship. The country has been able to achieve significant progress in the last nine years with a focus on economic reforms, infrastructure development and social welfare programmes that have improved the standard of living for millions.
The government has focused on strengthening national security, implementing structural reforms, supporting women-led development, fostering entrepreneurship, serving the poor and the marginalised, ensuring farmer welfare, providing inclusive health care, facilitating the middle class, improving infrastructure, promoting civilisational heritage and developing every corner of the country.
India has shown significant progress in areas of renewable energy, ease of living, digitalisation, space exploration, electrification, sanitation, social justice, financial inclusion, and digital connectivity. Prime Minister Narendra Modi's vision and determination to bring positive change to India are commendable and his efforts are yielding results.
This story is from the June 04, 2023 edition of THE WEEK India.
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