THEBUSINESSBYTES BUREAU

NEW DELHI, JUNE 8, 2026

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday highlighted the transformative impact of his government’s welfare-driven initiatives over the past 12 years, emphasizing that the cornerstone of India’s development journey has been the upliftment of the poor and marginalized sections of society.

Reflecting on more than a decade of governance, the Prime Minister said the guiding principle behind the government’s efforts has been Antyodaya—the commitment to ensure that the fruits of development reach the last person in the queue. He noted that the welfare of the poor and downtrodden has remained at the heart of policy-making, leading to far-reaching social and economic changes across the country.

In a series of posts on X, Modi stated that flagship initiatives such as Jan Dhan Yojana, Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT), Swachh Bharat Mission, PM Awas Yojana, Jal Jeevan Mission and Ayushman Bharat have been designed with a singular objective: to provide dignity, opportunity and a better quality of life to millions of Indians who had remained underserved for decades.

The Prime Minister underscored the pivotal role of technology in accelerating inclusive development and strengthening welfare delivery mechanisms. He said digital platforms and the Direct Benefit Transfer system have enabled government support to reach beneficiaries directly, transparently and efficiently, significantly reducing leakages and ensuring greater accountability in governance.

 “Over the last 12 years, India has witnessed many transformations and at the core of these changes is the welfare of the poor and downtrodden. We have always been inspired by Antyodaya and our effort has always been to ensure that the benefits of development reach those who were left behind for decades,” Modi said.

He further emphasized that the integration of technology with governance has enhanced public trust and empowered citizens, turning welfare programmes into instruments of long-term social transformation. According to the Prime Minister, the journey of Garib Kalyan has evolved into a nationwide movement focused on human empowerment and the realization of the vision of a Viksit Bharat.

As the government marks 12 years of its welfare-centric initiatives, Modi reaffirmed his commitment to building an inclusive, empowered and self-reliant India, where development reaches every household and every citizen has the opportunity to thrive.