Minister Yogendra Upadhyay held media interaction in Kanpur

district regarding preparations for programmes marking the completion of 12

years of the Central Government

12 years of Modi government are golden years of India's

progress, self-reliance and global prestige: Yogendra Upadhyay

Special programmes will be organised across the country to

mark the completion of 12 years of service, good governance and welfare of the

poor: Yogendra Upadhyay

Modi government's bold decisions have transformed India's

global identity and enhanced national pride: Yogendra Upadhyay

India's face has changed due to infrastructure, digital

revolution and public welfare schemes: Yogendra Upadhyay

Kanpur/Lucknow, 04 June (HS): Speaking to media

representatives in Kanpur on Thursday, State Higher Education Minister and

Kanpur-in-Charge Yogendra Upadhyay said that under the leadership of Prime

Minister Narendra Modi, the central government is about to complete 12 years

dedicated to service, good governance, and welfare of the poor.

Giving details of the preparations and outline of the various programs to be

organized on this occasion, he said that the 12 years of the Modi government

have been years of India's progress, self-confidence, and global prestige.

He said that Prime Minister Narendra Modi has established a

new benchmark in public service by providing long and successful leadership in

both the positions of Chief Minister and Prime Minister. Under his leadership,

India has carved a distinct identity for itself on the world stage. Once

considered a laggard among developing nations, India has now become the world's

fourth-largest economy. This is a testament to the country's growing strength

and global influence.

Minister Yogendra Upadhyaya said that during the Modi

government's tenure, many bold and historic decisions were taken in the

national interests, which were never even imagined. Steps like the abrogation

of Article 370 in Jammu and Kashmir, the surgical strike against terrorism, air

strikes, and Operation Sindoor have given new strength to India's security

policy. These decisions sent the message that India will not compromise on its

sovereignty and security.

He said that under Prime Minister Modi's leadership, India's

spiritual, cultural, and mythological consciousness has undergone a

renaissance. The construction of the Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Temple in Ayodhya,

the redevelopment of Kedarnath and Badrinath shrines, and the beautification of

several major pilgrimage sites, including Somnath, have given a new identity to

the country's cultural heritage. These projects have boosted religious tourism

and energized the local economy.

The Minister of Higher Education stated that in the economic

sector, the successful implementation of the Goods and Services Tax (GST) and

important decisions such as demonetization played a crucial role in making the

country's economy organized and transparent. They also effectively curbed

counterfeit currency and terrorist financing. He stated that unprecedented

progress has been made in the development of the country's infrastructure over

the past 12 years. The expansion of new expressways, national highways,

flyovers, airports, and railway infrastructure has rapidly propelled India

towards modern development. Connecting rural areas to highway and expressway

networks has given a new impetus to economic activity, bringing the benefits of

development to the villages.

Minister Yogendra Upadhyaya stated that through the Digital

India campaign, India has achieved remarkable achievements in the technological

field. India has become one of the world's leading countries in the field of

digital payments. The country is rapidly advancing in the fields of artificial

intelligence (AI), innovation, and semiconductor manufacturing, realizing the

goal of a self-reliant India.

He added that the Modi government's tenure has also been

historic in terms of public welfare schemes. Schemes like the Pradhan Mantri

Awas Yojana, Ujjwala Yojana, Ayushman Bharat Yojana, Pradhan Mantri Garib

Kalyan Anna Yojana, Kisan Samman Nidhi, Jan Dhan Yojana, Swachh Bharat Mission,

and Har Ghar Bijli have improved the living standards of millions of people.

These schemes have connected the poor, farmers, women, laborers, and

underprivileged sections to the mainstream of development. He said that today

the government is not just implementing schemes, but is seen standing with

citizens like family members. The Ayushman Bharat Yojana is providing financial

security for serious illnesses, while the Housing Scheme has given millions of

families the opportunity to live a dignified life.

Minister Upadhyay said that under Prime Minister Modi's

leadership, India has undergone a comprehensive transformation in the last 12

years. Today, India's voice is heard seriously on the world stage, and the

country's reputation is steadily growing. Under the Prime Minister's

leadership, India has entered a new era of self-confidence, development, good

governance, and public welfare.

Hindusthan Samachar / Abhishek Awasthi