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Hans India
5 days ago
- Business
- Hans India
Eleven years, one vision: PM Modi's tenure marks historic milestone in Indian governance
New Delhi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday crossed a remarkable threshold in India's political history by surpassing Indira Gandhi's uninterrupted tenure to become the second-longest-serving Prime Minister of the country. Having completed 4,078 days in office in a single stretch, PM Modi's eleven-year journey at the helm of India's government reflects not just longevity but a seismic transformation across multiple facets of national life -- economy, infrastructure, diplomacy, and social welfare. His emergence as a defining political figure of the post-Independence generation is especially notable given that he is the first Prime Minister born after 1947 and the longest-serving leader from a non-Hindi-speaking state. Beginning with his dramatic electoral victory in 2014, PM Modi initiated sweeping changes with a mandate built on governance reform and economic development. The rollout of the Goods and Services Tax in 2017 marked a historic restructuring of India's tax architecture, replacing a fragmented system with a unified framework aimed at streamlining business across state lines. In tandem with this reform came a strong emphasis on domestic production. Campaigns such as 'Make in India' and 'Atmanirbhar Bharat' aimed to bolster manufacturing, reduce dependence on imports, and create a self-reliant economic model. One of PM Modi's most consequential impacts has been in the realm of digital governance. Under his leadership, Digital India reimagined the relationship between citizen and state, bringing services online and increasing transparency. Platforms like UPI revolutionised payment systems, enabling billions of transactions that placed India at the forefront of financial tech. The 'Jan Dhan Yojana' further expanded access to banking, drawing millions of previously unbanked individuals into the formal financial ecosystem. These measures brought fiscal empowerment to the grassroots and laid the groundwork for direct benefit transfers that minimised leakages in welfare schemes. Infrastructure development under PM Modi has been another hallmark. Road construction tripled in pace, and flagship initiatives like 'Bharatmala' and 'Sagarmala' pushed connectivity to the forefront of the development agenda. Air travel was made more accessible through the UDAN scheme, and rail modernisation arrived in the form of Vande Bharat trains -- symbolising speed, efficiency, and Indian innovation. In defence and national security, PM Modi presided over a more assertive and globally visible India. Whether it was the retaliatory strikes in Uri and Balakot or the revamping of defence procurement and exports, his government shifted the narrative from strategic restraint to proactive engagement. The 'Agnipath' Scheme exemplifies this new posture -- aimed at recalibrating military recruitment towards younger, agile cadres. Social welfare saw significant expansion with Ayushman Bharat offering health coverage to over 55 crore people, and the Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana delivering millions of homes to rural and urban beneficiaries. Ujjwala Yojana provided clean cooking fuel to households long dependent on polluting biomass, reducing health hazards and empowering women in domestic spaces. On the global front, PM Modi's foreign policy emphasised strategic autonomy, regional leadership, and global stature. India hosted the G20 summit in 2023, enhancing its profile as a key player in global governance. His current diplomatic engagements in the UK and Maldives illustrate continued outreach and negotiation, reinforcing India's evolving role in the Indo-Pacific and beyond. PM Narendra Modi's tenure reflects an ambitious re-engineering of governance and national priorities, framed by centralisation of power and charismatic leadership. His success in leading six consecutive election victories -- three each as Gujarat Chief Minister and Prime Minister -- cements him as a rare political figure whose electoral performance matches administrative longevity. While debates around institutional checks and democratic transparency continue, his 11 years in office mark a decisive chapter in India's post-liberalisation story, one shaped by bold decisions, massive public engagement, and an enduring resonance with a broad electoral base.
Time of India
5 days ago
- Politics
- Time of India
4,078 Days As PM: Modi Tops Indira Gandhi, Now Behind Jawaharlal Nehru In India's Longest PM Streaks
July 25, 2025, marks a historic milestone: Prime Minister Narendra Modi has officially surpassed Indira Gandhi's record of 4,077 consecutive days in office, becoming India's second longest consecutively serving Prime Minister after Jawaharlal Nehru. Born post-Independence, Modi is the longest-serving non-Congress PM, the first PM from a non-Hindi-speaking state, and the only one to win three consecutive Lok Sabha elections with a majority. From selling tea in Vadnagar to leading the world's largest democracy for over 11 years without a break, Modi's journey is as dramatic as it is historic. #pmmodi #narendramodi #indiragandhi #jawaharlalnehru #india #longestpm #longestprimeminister #indianpm #indianprimeministers #modi #indianpolitics #indira #narendramodi #history #lokasabha #longestservingpm #bjp #india #toi #toibharat #bharat #trending #breakingnews #indianews #toi #toibharat #bharat #trending #breakingnews #indianews
Time of India
5 days ago
- Politics
- Time of India
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4,078 Days As PM: Modi Tops Indira Gandhi, Now Behind Jawaharlal Nehru In India's Longest PM Streaks July 25, 2025, marks a historic milestone: Prime Minister Narendra Modi has officially surpassed Indira Gandhi's record of 4,077 consecutive days in office, becoming India's second longest consecutively serving Prime Minister after Jawaharlal Nehru. Born post-Independence, Modi is the longest-serving non-Congress PM, the first PM from a non-Hindi-speaking state, and the only one to win three consecutive Lok Sabha elections with a majority. From selling tea in Vadnagar to leading the world's largest democracy for over 11 years without a break, Modi's journey is as dramatic as it is historic. #pmmodi #narendramodi #indiragandhi #jawaharlalnehru #india #longestpm #longestprimeminister #indianpm #indianprimeministers #modi #indianpolitics #indira #narendramodi #history #lokasabha #longestservingpm #bjp #india #toi #toibharat #bharat #trending #breakingnews #indianews #toi #toibharat #bharat #trending #breakingnews #indianews 13.9K views | 2 hours ago
Time of India
6 days ago
- Politics
- Time of India
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4,078 Days As PM: Modi Tops Indira Gandhi, Now Behind Jawaharlal Nehru In India's Longest PM Streaks July 25, 2025, marks a historic milestone: Prime Minister Narendra Modi has officially surpassed Indira Gandhi's record of 4,077 consecutive days in office, becoming India's second longest consecutively serving Prime Minister after Jawaharlal Nehru. Born post-Independence, Modi is the longest-serving non-Congress PM, the first PM from a non-Hindi-speaking state, and the only one to win three consecutive Lok Sabha elections with a majority. From selling tea in Vadnagar to leading the world's largest democracy for over 11 years without a break, Modi's journey is as dramatic as it is historic. #pmmodi #narendramodi #indiragandhi #jawaharlalnehru #india #longestpm #longestprimeminister #indianpm #indianprimeministers #modi #indianpolitics #indira #narendramodi #history #lokasabha #longestservingpm #bjp #india #toi #toibharat #bharat #trending #breakingnews #indianews #toi #toibharat #bharat #trending #breakingnews #indianews 13.9K views | 2 hours ago
Hans India
6 days ago
- Politics
- Hans India
Moment of immense pride: Leaders laud PM Modi on becoming 2nd longest-serving Prime Minister
New Delhi: As Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday achieved a major political milestone by becoming the second-longest-serving Prime Minister in India's history, surpassing the late Indira Gandhi, leaders from across the political spectrum and within the BJP hailed his leadership, commitment, and historic record. Speaking to IANS, Union Minister Jitan Ram Manjhi congratulated the Prime Minister, saying, 'We offer our best wishes and pray for his long life. Now that he has become the second-longest-serving Prime Minister of India, we hope he gets the opportunity to lead the country even longer, twice or thrice as long and represent India on the global stage.' Bihar Deputy Chief Minister Vijay Kumar Sinha said, 'Heartfelt congratulations and greetings to the Prime Minister. He has created history and is breaking all records. Under his leadership, the nation has become proud and glorious. The sons of Mother India are filled with pride. Today, every Indian is respected across the world.' Bihar Minister Ashok Chaudhary expressed his gratitude, stating, 'I thank and express my gratitude to Prime Minister Modi. I pray for his long life and sincerely hope that he keeps working towards making his dream of making India the world's third-largest economy.' BJP spokesperson Syed Shahnawaz Hussain added, 'It is a matter of great pride for the country that our Prime Minister Narendra Modi has become the second-longest-serving Prime Minister... People across the nation and the world admire him. Today, after Pandit Nehru, he is the longest-serving Prime Minister, and this is a moment of immense pride for all of us.' BJP MP Damodar Agrawal praised PM Modi's leadership, saying, 'Prime Minister Narendra Modi possesses a unique talent and serves the nation with tireless dedication and absolute commitment. That's why the NDA secured a clear majority under his leadership for the third consecutive time... He is not only the Prime Minister of India but also the world's most popular and influential leader.' Minister Madan Sahni also applauded the Prime Minister, saying, 'He will continue to serve for many more years. He is a remarkable Prime Minister who is steering the nation forward and enhancing India's global stature. He has given a strong response to neighbouring countries trying to spread terror, he is the first Prime Minister to do so. He has developed the nation, and the people of the country are happy with him.' With this milestone, PM Modi stands behind only Pandit Jawaharlal Nehru, who served for over 6,000 days. PM Modi also holds several other distinctions, he is the first and only Prime Minister born after Independence, the longest-serving non-Congress Prime Minister, and the longest-serving Prime Minister from a non-Hindi-speaking state.
