New Delhi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi marks 11 years as the head of the Indian government today.
To celebrate this milestone, the government has launched the slogan “11 Years of Seva”, highlighting the various welfare programs introduced during this time.
Let’s take a look at some major schemes and how they’ve benefited the people:
1. Ayushman Bharat: Over 9 Crore Free Treatments
The Ayushman Bharat scheme has provided over 9 crore free treatments to people in need. This number is more than twice the population of Canada, making healthcare accessible to millions.
2. Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT): ₹44 Lakh Crore Transferred
The Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT) system has revolutionized the way welfare funds are delivered. So far, ₹44 lakh crore has been directly transferred to beneficiaries’ accounts.
As per a post by PIB on X, “Counting ₹1 lakh every minute would take 833 years to reach this amount.”
3. Mudra Loans: Over 52 Crore Loans for Small Businesses
The Mudra Yojana has empowered small businesses by disbursing over 52 crore loans, which is more than the combined population of the USA, Russia, and Australia.
This scheme supports self-employment and entrepreneurship at the grassroots level.
4. Tap Water for Over 15 Crore Homes
Under the Jal Jeevan Mission, more than 15 crore households now have tap water connections, enough to serve the entire population of Russia. This ensures safe and accessible drinking water across the country.
5. Soil Health Cards: Issued to Over 25 Crore Farmers
To promote sustainable farming, over 25 crore soil health cards have been distributed — more than the population of Brazil.
These cards help farmers understand their soil conditions and use fertilizers more effectively.
6. Jan Dhan Yojana: 55 Crore+ Beneficiaries
The Jan Dhan Yojana, which promotes financial inclusion, has brought over 55 crore people into the banking system. That’s more than the entire population of the European Union.
7. Free Ration for 81 Crore People
Through the PM Garib Kalyan Anna Yojana, 81 crore people have received free ration, enough to feed the entire population of the US and South America combined.
8. 10 Crore+ Free LPG Connections
Under the Ujjwala Yojana, over 10 crore LPG connections have been given for free. This number equals the population of Canada, Spain, New Zealand, and Ireland combined.
The scheme has helped improve health and reduce indoor air pollution by providing access to clean cooking fuel.
9. ‘Make in India’: 63 Lakh Smartphones Made Weekly
India is becoming a major global smartphone manufacturing hub. Under the ‘Make in India’ initiative, over 63 lakh phones are produced every week, showing strong growth in local manufacturing.
Leadership Acknowledged by BJP Chief
At a press conference, BJP President JP Nadda praised Prime Minister Modi’s leadership.
He said, “The work done under the PM’s leadership in the past 11 years is extraordinary and should be written in golden letters,” referring to the government’s focus on good governance and poor welfare.
