From Gujarat CM to India's PM: Modi's 25 years in office
Narendra Modi's journey began with his role as Gujarat Chief Minister, addressing state issues and implementing reforms. His tenure included launching significant initiatives like the Jan Dhan Yojana and Swachh Bharat Mission, aimed at improving welfare. The BJP's political maneuvers led to Modi becoming Prime Minister in 2014, marking a significant shift in governance.
Narendra Modi's political career spanned two decades, starting in 2001 as Gujarat's Chief Minister following a setback in local elections and a controversial response to the Kutch earthquake. His leadership in Gujarat saw the development of a disaster management law, the launch of the Vibrant Gujarat Summit, and the Jyotigram Yojana to improve power supply and economic activity in rural areas.
Following his tenure in Gujarat, Modi was named the BJP campaign committee head for the 2014 polls, ultimately becoming the Prime Minister of India in May 2014.
During his first term, Modi's government launched several welfare schemes, including Jan Dhan Yojana, which helped in ushering in direct benefit transfer, and Swachh Bharat Mission to improve sanitation. He also expanded the social security net with Ayushman Bharat and introduced the GST in 2017, unifying the tax system in India.
Modi's second term saw him revoke the special constitutional status of J&K, pass the CAA, and initiate the Atmanirbhar Bharat programme. He also achieved significant milestones in infrastructure development, with the construction of the Ram Mandir in Ayodhya and the expansion of the UPI payment system. Modi's leadership continued in his third term, focusing on manufacturing, self-reliance, and security.
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