Shahid K Abbas
New Delhi, Jun 9 (UNI) As Prime Minister Narendra Modi stands on the cusp of a historic milestone on June 10, set to surpass Jawaharlal Nehru as India’s longest-serving Prime Minister, the Bharatiya Janata Party on Tuesday projected the past 12 years as a defining period of national transformation marked by welfare-driven governance, cultural resurgence and rising global influence.
At a special interaction with the print media at Bharat Mandapam in New Delhi, senior BJP leaders and union ministers showcased what they described as the Modi government’s achievements across multiple sectors, presenting a vision of a country that has moved from developmental challenges to aspiring for the goal of Viksit Bharat by 2047.
Held under the banner of “12 Saal Vishwas Ke, Vikas Ke, Jan Kalyan Ke” (12 Years of Trust, Development and Public Welfare), the event featured a documentary chronicling the NDA government’s journey since 2014, highlighting major reforms, welfare programmes, infrastructure expansion, digital transformation and India’s enhanced standing on the world stage.
Addressing the gathering, BJP National President Nitin Nabin said the Modi era had ushered in a renewed confidence in India’s civilisational identity and cultural heritage.
“There was a time when we did not take pride in Indian-ness. Prime Minister Modi has liberated us from that mindset. Today, Bharatiyata is being celebrated not just at home but across the world,” Nabin said.
Joined by senior BJP leaders and union ministers, including Rajnath Singh, Amit Shah, JP Nadda, Ashwini Vaishnaw, Piyush Goyal and Dharmendra Pradhan, Nabin said Indian traditions and cultural symbols had gained unprecedented global acceptance over the past decade.
“Yoga is a symbol of Bharatiyata. So is the Ganga Aarti. Even ‘Namaste’ has become a global diplomatic language today,” he remarked, crediting initiatives such as Ek Bharat Shreshtha Bharat for strengthening national integration while celebrating the country’s diversity.
The BJP president argued that Modi’s leadership had helped India move beyond what he described as a colonial mindset and instilled a fresh sense of confidence among citizens.
Drawing a contrast with previous governments, Nabin said, “There was a Prime Minister who once said that 54 crore people were a liability. Today, under Modi ji, 140 crore Indians are viewed as the nation’s greatest asset.”
Highlighting the government’s development agenda, he asserted that essential services and welfare benefits had reached millions who had long remained outside the ambit of state support. He cited the opening of Jan Dhan bank accounts, construction of toilets, expansion of healthcare services and other welfare initiatives as examples of inclusive governance.
The BJP leader also pointed to what he described as landmark policy decisions and security achievements, including the abrogation of Article 370 in Jammu and Kashmir, a zero-tolerance approach towards terrorism and significant progress in tackling Left-wing extremism.
Nabin maintained that the government’s biggest achievement lay in ensuring direct delivery of benefits to citizens without middlemen. He highlighted flagship programmes such as Swachh Bharat Mission, Ujjwala Yojana, Ayushman Bharat, rural electrification, housing schemes and financial inclusion initiatives that have expanded access to basic amenities and public services.
He further said governance under Modi had focused on empowering citizens through transparency, technology and direct benefit transfers, ensuring that welfare schemes reached intended beneficiaries efficiently.
Reflecting on the government’s broader legacy, he said the past 12 years had generated momentum across every key sector.
“During this period, new momentum has been infused into poor welfare, prosperity for farmers, empowerment of women’s strength, opportunities for youth, development of health facilities, digital transformation and unprecedented expansion of infrastructure,” he said.
Infrastructure development figured prominently in the BJP’s presentation, with Nabin highlighting the rapid expansion of highways, airports, railway modernisation, metro rail systems and digital connectivity networks as symbols of a rapidly modernising India.
The government’s Vocal for Local campaign was also showcased as a cornerstone of its economic strategy, encouraging domestic manufacturing and promoting Indian products globally. BJP leader linked the initiative with flagship programmes such as Make in India, Startup India and Atmanirbhar Bharat, aimed at strengthening self-reliance and boosting economic growth.
He further underscored India’s growing diplomatic profile, citing the successful G20 Presidency, expanding global partnerships and the country’s increasing role in international discussions on climate action, technology, trade and development.
Central to the BJP’s narrative was Modi’s self-description as the nation’s “Pradhan Sevak”, a philosophy that Nabin said had shaped the government’s approach over the last 12 years.
“Prime Minister Modi ji’s ethos of ‘Pradhan Sevak’ and his unwavering commitment to service have been at the heart of this transformative journey,” he said. “Inspired by this spirit, we stand fully resolved to realise the collective dream of Viksit Bharat 2047 through our collective efforts.”
As the NDA government marks the completion of 12 years in office, the BJP sought to portray the Modi era as a period of national resurgence—defined by welfare-led development, cultural self-confidence, economic reforms, infrastructure growth and an ambitious roadmap to transform India into a developed nation by the centenary of its independence. UNI SKA AAB