NEW DELHI: PM Modi welcomed the new year by saying “we are determined to work even harder in 2025 and realise our dream of a Viksit Bharat”. He will chair the first Cabinet meeting of 2025, and that of the Cabinet Committee on Security, Wednesday, the first day of the new year, and some important decisions are likely to be taken, sources said. On a video post by MyGovIndia on X, Modi said, “Collective efforts and transformative outcomes! 2024 has been marked by many feats which have been wonderfully summed up in this video.”
Emphasis on infra boost, tribal welfare in PM’s NY clip
The video post highlighted achievements of India in 2024 ranging from major decisions to accelerate infrastructure development, inauguration of Ram temple, tribal welfare, poverty reduction, launch of Aditya L1 Mission to the sun, and extending health cover to 70 year-plus population, to success of diplomacy and assembly elections in J&K.
As per records, Cabinet in the past seven months has approved infrastructure projects worth Rs 9.5 lakh crore for development of the largest container port at Vadhvan in Maharashtra, construction of high speed road projects, and expansion of railway networks. Cabinet also took 20 decisions for farmers worth Rs 2.2 lakh crore, including Rashtriya Krishi Vikas Yojna, PM Annadata Aay Sanrakshan Yojna and National Mission for Edible Oils.
In a series of posts, PMO reflected on memorable moments of 2024, which included the PM’s international visits. The tweets mentioned India’s active role in global summits in 2024, which highlights its commitment to promoting international cooperation and a sustainable, equitable world.
PMO also mentioned how India is setting global standards in climate action with innovative policies, renewable energy leadership and initiatives such as International Solar Alliance, Mission LiFE and Global Biofuels Alliance, paving the way for a sustainable and prosperous future. “Rising as a symbol of progress and resilience, India is earning global recognition for its economic progress, technological advancements and contributions to regional and global stability,” the PMO said.
