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PM Modi Completes 25 Years as Head of Government, Union Cabinet Passes Resolution
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CNBC Awaaz•06-10-2026, 19:19
PM Modi Completes 25 Years as Head of Government, Union Cabinet Passes Resolution
- •The Union Cabinet passed a congratulatory resolution marking Prime Minister Narendra Modi's 25 consecutive years as head of government.
- •His journey began on October 7, 2001, when he assumed office as the Chief Minister of Gujarat before becoming Prime Minister on May 26, 2014.
- •The resolution highlighted major welfare schemes for the poor, women, and farmers, including Jan Dhan accounts, permanent housing, and PM-Kisan Samman Nidhi.
- •Significant milestones in infrastructure, technology, national security, and foreign policy achieved during his tenure were also recognized.
- •The Cabinet reiterated the collective vision and commitment toward achieving the goal of a Viksit Bharat or Developed India by 2047.
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The Union Cabinet passed a congratulatory resolution on October 6 marking Narendra Modi's 25 consecutive years as head of government, which began with his assumption of office as Gujarat Chief Minister on October 7, 2001.
The resolution highlighted approximately 3.5 crore women becoming 'Lakhpati Didis', the Nari Shakti Vandan Adhiniyam providing one-third reservation for women, and the direct transfer of over ₹4 lakh crore into farmers' accounts via PM-Kisan Samman Nidhi.
The resolution cited the 2016 surgical strikes, 2019 Balakot airstrikes, 2025 Operation Sindoor, the abrogation of Article 370, and concluded by emphasizing the ultimate target of achieving a 'Viksit Bharat' (Developed India) by 2047.
