New Delhi, June 9: Over the past 12 years, under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, India‘s image on the global stage has undergone a significant transformation. With the changing world order, India has emerged as a central player in the Global South and the international trade arena. An upcoming interview with External Affairs Minister Dr. S. Jaishankar will delve into these changes, titled ‘Twelve Years of Global Welfare.’
In this interview, Minister Jaishankar will discuss the international advancements India has made in various sectors, including space exploration, energy security, trade, cyber capabilities, national security, and foreign policy, over the last 12 years under PM Modi‘s guidance.
The Ministry of External Affairs announced the interview on the social media platform X, stating, “Under Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s leadership, India has witnessed a significant transformation in the past 12 years. From space exploration to energy security, trade, cyber capabilities, national security, and foreign policy, India has established its identity globally, strengthened its strategic capacity, and delivered positive outcomes for its citizens.”
Under Modi’s leadership, India remains one of the world’s top five economies. The country has made remarkable progress in economic, technological, infrastructure, and global diplomacy fields over the past 12 years. It has solidified its identity as the fifth-largest economy and set new benchmarks in digital transformation.
The government has emphasized the development of roads, railways, airports, and ports through various initiatives. Projects like Vande Bharat trains, expressways, and modern airports have accelerated the country’s transport network. Additionally, the Unified Payments Interface (UPI) has revolutionized the digital payment system.
In the space sector, India showcased its scientific prowess with the successful lunar landing of Chandrayaan-3 and the Aditya-L1 mission. The focus has also been on increasing self-reliance in the defense sector and manufacturing indigenous military equipment.
On the foreign policy front, India’s global role has strengthened. Successful G20 presidency, advocating for the Global South, and active participation in various international forums have enhanced India’s diplomatic credibility.
However, challenges such as employment, inflation, and social inequality persist. Despite these issues, India has established new dimensions of development, technology, and global influence over the past 12 years.