Key Government Initiatives in January 2025
Prime Minister Narendra Modi has announced and launched several transformative initiatives, demonstrating a vision for a progressive and self-reliant India. These initiatives span across various sectors, setting a dynamic tone for the year 2025.
SVAMITVA Scheme
- Distribution of over 6.5 million property cards to property owners in 50,000 villages.
- Aim: To provide ownership rights and enhance rural infrastructure.
8th Pay Commission and Space Initiatives
- Approval for the establishment of the 8th Pay Commission.
- ISRO's success with the Space Docking Experiment (SpaDeX).
- Approval for a third launch pad at Sriharikota with an investment of Rs 3,984 crore.
Infrastructure and Welfare Programs
- Extension of a special package for Di-Ammonium Phosphate (DAP) to keep fertiliser prices affordable.
- Distribution of newly constructed flats under the In-Situ Slum Rehabilitation Project in Delhi.
- Foundation laying for educational projects worth over Rs 600 crore.
Rural Development and Economic Initiatives
- Grameen Bharat Mahotsav to promote GI-certified village products.
- Meeting with global tech leaders to foster indigenous innovation, including a $3 billion AI investment by Microsoft.
- Infrastructure advancements including the Namo Bharat Train Corridor and rail projects in several states.
Healthcare and Science Projects
- Launch of the Genome India Project to map genetic diversity.
Youth and Cultural Engagement
- Participation in the Viksit Bharat Young Leaders Dialogue.
- Addressed the Pravasi Bharatiya Divas convention.
Defence and Security Enhancements
- Inauguration of the Sonamarg Tunnel for improved connectivity and national security.
- Commissioning of advanced naval combatants to bolster India's maritime strength.
Prime Minister Modi emphasized the role of these initiatives in shaping a developed India and highlighted the importance of each citizen in building a prosperous future.