Prime Minister Narendra Modi began his political journey as the Chief Minister of Gujarat. Over the past 23 years, he has implemented transformative initiatives that have reshaped governance and development, scaling many from state-level successes to national prominence as Prime Minister.
Nirmal Gujarat to Swachh Bharat Mission
Modi’s Nirmal Gujarat aimed to eliminate open defecation through community engagement, paving the way for the Swachh Bharat Mission in 2014, which achieved universal sanitation by 2019.
Jal Mandir to Mission Amrit Sarovar
The Jal Mandir project restored 1,200 water bodies in Gujarat, inspiring the national Mission Amrit Sarovar, launched in 2022, to enhance water management.
Geospatial Technology
In Gujarat, Modi leveraged geospatial technology for infrastructure planning, influencing national strategies for enhanced project monitoring.
Kanya Kelavani to Beti Bachao, Beti Padhao
The Kanya Kelavani Yojana, promoting girls’ education, evolved into the national Beti Bachao, Beti Padhao scheme, addressing female foeticide and empowering girls.
Chiranjeevi Yojana to PM Matru Vandan Yojana
This healthcare initiative for mothers and infants in Gujarat formed the basis for the PM Matru Vandan Yojana, improving maternal health nationwide.
Vibrant Gujarat to Make in India
The Vibrant Gujarat Summit attracted global investments, laying the groundwork for the Make in India initiative, aiming to establish India as a manufacturing hub.
Sabarmati River to Namami Gange
The successful cleaning of the Sabarmati River served as a model for the Namami Gange project, promoting ecological sustainability along the Ganges.
Krushi Mahotsav to Pradhan Mantri Kisan Samman Nidhi
The Krushi Mahotsav brought modern farming techniques to Gujarat, leading to the national Pradhan Mantri Kisan Samman Nidhi, providing financial support to farmers.
Khel Mahakumbh to Khelo India
Initiatives to foster sports culture in Gujarat expanded nationally with the Khelo India program, promoting grassroots sports.
Sujalam Sufalam to Jal Shakti Abhiyan
The Sujalam Sufalam Yojana focused on water conservation, inspiring the Jal Shakti Abhiyan for sustainable water resource management.
Mission Karmayogi and E-Governance
Modi’s governance reforms in Gujarat influenced the national Mission Karmayogi, enhancing civil service efficiency and transparency through e-Governance initiatives.
Mukhya Mantri GRUH Yojana to PM Awas Yojana
This housing initiative in Gujarat culminated in the PM Awas Yojana, ensuring affordable housing for millions.
Disaster Management Strategies
PM Modi’s response to the 2013 Uttarakhand floods led to the development of a comprehensive national disaster management strategy, exemplified by Operation Ganga.
Skill Development Initiatives
The Gujarat Skill Development Mission served as a model for the National Skill Development Mission, promoting employment through skill training.
Grievance Redressal Systems
The SWAGAT grievance system evolved into the national PRAGATI platform, enhancing project implementation through direct communication.
Environmental Initiatives
Van Mahotsav, encouraging tree planting, evolved into the national Ek Ped Maa Ke Naam campaign, promoting environmental stewardship.
Digital Transformation
Aadhaar, UPI, DigiLocker, and UMANG are among the public digital platforms that have facilitated “Ease of Living” and enhanced government services accessibility.
Digital Literacy
The PMGDISHA initiative has empowered over 6.1 crore rural citizens with digital literacy, supporting the digital economy.
Unified Mobile Services
UMANG has simplified access to government services, with over 5.48 crore users benefiting from its wide array of services.
Supercomputing Advancements
Under the National Super Computing Mission, indigenous supercomputers are enhancing India’s capabilities in high-performance computing.
Multilingual Internet Accessibility
The government’s efforts to promote a multilingual internet, including the Bhashini platform, have made digital services accessible to non-English speakers.
Abrogation of Article 370
In a historic move, PM Modi’s government abrogated Article 370 in 2019, revoking the special status of Jammu and Kashmir and integrating it more fully into India.
Triple Talaq Law
The government enacted a law to ban the practice of triple talaq, providing Muslim women with greater rights and legal protections in matters of marriage and divorce.
These 23 initiatives reflect PM Modi’s commitment to innovative governance and development, showcasing a remarkable journey from state-level accomplishments to significant national impact.
