The wheel of time turns and age is just a number that changes every year. But what lies permanently is his experience, wisdom and good memories that become legends going across geographical boundaries. When passion drives someone to achieve something for human values and common respect globally, a person becomes a global leader whose vision and statesmanship become the need of the hour to steer the world towards peace and prosperity. This unmistakably carves the indelible imprints of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, who has turned 75 today and is stepping into another year to serve humanity across the world with sustainable growth. From the by-lanes of Vadnagar in Gujarat to becoming chief minister of the state, then Prime Minister of India, and now a dynamic, decisive and development-oriented reputed global leader, PM Modi's inspiring journey is not only vital for India but for the world as he has emerged as a ray of hope for humans across the borders of the continents.&nbsp;Global Icon, Unmatched PopularityPrime Minister Narendra Modi stands out as one of the world's most popular democratic leaders, with a recent global survey by US-based data analytics firm Morning Consult showing his approval rating at 71 per cent in early September 2025. This high level of support manifests his strong foreign policy, economic reforms and firm governance, which&nbsp;have earned him praise beyond India's shores. Leaders from countries like the United States, France, Italy, the United Kingdom, Brazil, Israel, Russia and those in the Gulf have often highlighted his vision for global peace, prosperity and sustainability. On the eve of his birthday, US President Donald Trump called PM Modi to extend greetings and express thanks for his support in peace efforts related to the Russia-Ukraine war, signalling the close ties between the two nations. Over the past 11 years, PM Modi has guided India with confidence on both national and international platforms, building bridges that were once strained.&nbsp;Russian President Vladimir Putin, during the 15th VTB Russia Calling Investment Forum, commended PM Modi's "India-first" policy and the "Make in India" initiative, noting how the Indian government under his leadership has created stable conditions for growth. Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese once referred to him as the 'boss' while addressing the Indian community in Sydney, underlining the warmth in bilateral relations. At the sidelines of a G7 Summit, Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni told PM Modi, "You are the best. I am trying to be as you," leading to the trending hashtag "Melodi" that captured public imagination and pointed to his rising global stature. World Bank President Ajay Banga last year praised PM Modi for focusing on a solid relationship with the United States, both directly and through the Quad grouping. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has time and again spoken of Modi's "visionary leadership" and its role in boosting cooperation in defence and technology. Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva acknowledged his work in counter-terrorism, while French President Emmanuel Macron highlighted his diplomatic moves for peace, particularly in resolving the Ukraine conflict. UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer shared cordial exchanges during PM Modi's visit to the UK, adding to the list of positive interactions.&nbsp;Championing Peace, Global CooperationFor the first time in India's history, the world sees the country as one that extends an olive branch to nations that once viewed it with suspicion, proving that India seeks no harm to others and aims to make the world a better place for all to live and prosper. This shift owes much to PM Modi's approach, which places India as a partner in progress rather than a rival. His global popularity stems from championing ideas like "One Earth, One Family, One Future," a slogan he promoted at international forums. He has pushed for peace and faster UN reforms amid ongoing crises and conflicts, calling for joint efforts to update global governance. PM Modi stresses a human-centric path to sustainable development and technological advancement, often pointing out India's readiness to share its experiences with poorer nations. Under his rule, India has lifted 250 million people out of poverty, and he offers these methods as models for others. He also advocates using technology for the greater good, stating that India is prepared to share its digital public infrastructure worldwide to aid development and cooperation. Moreover, he has called for worldwide steps to handle emerging conflicts in cyber, maritime and space areas, showing foresight in new security challenges.&nbsp;Balancing Global Power DynamicsPM Modi's foreign policy has played a key role in maintaining world order at a time when geopolitical tensions raise fears of another major war. His recent participation in the SCO Summit in Tianjin, China, where he outlined priorities around security, connectivity and opportunity, helped balance regional dynamics. His strategic stance in forums like the Russia-India-China (RIC) troika, along with BRICS and SCO, has enabled dialogue amid power imbalances. By advocating an early end to the Ukraine conflict during talks with Putin and stressing&nbsp;neutrality to maximise India's interests, he has kept channels open without taking sides. The improvement in India-US relations, from past tensions to a thaw marked by stronger partnerships, highlights India's steady position on the global stage. Even his visit to Ukraine in 2024 opened new avenues, showing India's balanced diplomacy. PM Modi's foreign trips draw huge crowds from the Indian diaspora, revealing a strong personal appeal that goes beyond policy to a kind of personality cult built on his direct connect with people.&nbsp;All things considered, PM Modi is the need of the moment for global power balance and peace. As conflicts simmer and economic uncertainties grow, his leadership offers a steady hand, promoting cooperation over confrontation. With India under him reaching out to all corners, the world finds in him a figure who can guide towards shared prosperity, making his role indispensable in these testing times.

When passion drives someone to achieve something for human values and common respect globally, a person becomes a global leader. This unmistakably carves the indelible imprints of  Prime Minister Narendra Modi, who has turned 75 today 

The wheel of time turns and age is just a number that changes every year. But what lies permanently is his experience, wisdom and good memories that become legends going across geographical boundaries. When passion drives someone to achieve something for human values and common respect globally, a person becomes a global leader whose vision and statesmanship become the need of the hour to steer the world towards peace and prosperity. This unmistakably carves the indelible imprints of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, who has turned 75 today and is stepping into another year to serve humanity across the world with sustainable growth. From the by-lanes of Vadnagar in Gujarat to becoming chief minister of the state, then Prime Minister of India, and now a dynamic, decisive and development-oriented reputed global leader, PM Modi's inspiring journey is not only vital for India but for the world as he has emerged as a ray of hope for humans across the borders of the continents. Global Icon, Unmatched Popularity Prime Minister Narendra Modi stands out as one of the world's most popular democratic leaders, with a recent global survey by US-based data analytics firm Morning Consult showing his approval rating at 71 per cent in early September 2025. This high level of support manifests his strong foreign policy, economic reforms and firm governance, which have earned him praise beyond India's shores. Leaders from countries like the United States, France, Italy, the United Kingdom, Brazil, Israel, Russia and those in the Gulf have often highlighted his vision for global peace, prosperity and sustainability. On the eve of his birthday, US President Donald Trump called PM Modi to extend greetings and express thanks for his support in peace efforts related to the Russia-Ukraine war, signalling the close ties between the two nations. Over the past 11 years, PM Modi has guided India with confidence on both national and international platforms, building bridges that were once strained. Russian President Vladimir Putin, during the 15th VTB Russia Calling Investment Forum, commended PM Modi's "India-first" policy and the "Make in India" initiative, noting how the Indian government under his leadership has created stable conditions for growth. Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese once referred to him as the 'boss' while addressing the Indian community in Sydney, underlining the warmth in bilateral relations. At the sidelines of a G7 Summit, Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni told PM Modi, "You are the best. I am trying to be as you," leading to the trending hashtag "Melodi" that captured public imagination and pointed to his rising global stature. World Bank President Ajay Banga last year praised PM Modi for focusing on a solid relationship with the United States, both directly and through the Quad grouping. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has time and again spoken of Modi's "visionary leadership" and its role in boosting cooperation in defence and technology. Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva acknowledged his work in counter-terrorism, while French President Emmanuel Macron highlighted his diplomatic moves for peace, particularly in resolving the Ukraine conflict. UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer shared cordial exchanges during PM Modi's visit to the UK, adding to the list of positive interactions. Championing Peace, Global Cooperation For the first time in India's history, the world sees the country as one that extends an olive branch to nations that once viewed it with suspicion, proving that India seeks no harm to others and aims to make the world a better place for all to live and prosper. This shift owes much to PM Modi's approach, which places India as a partner in progress rather than a rival. His global popularity stems from championing ideas like "One Earth, One Family, One Future," a slogan he promoted at international forums. He has pushed for peace and faster UN reforms amid ongoing crises and conflicts, calling for joint efforts to update global governance. PM Modi stresses a human-centric path to sustainable development and technological advancement, often pointing out India's readiness to share its experiences with poorer nations. Under his rule, India has lifted 250 million people out of poverty, and he offers these methods as models for others. He also advocates using technology for the greater good, stating that India is prepared to share its digital public infrastructure worldwide to aid development and cooperation. Moreover, he has called for worldwide steps to handle emerging conflicts in cyber, maritime and space areas, showing foresight in new security challenges. Balancing Global Power Dynamics PM Modi's foreign policy has played a key role in maintaining world order at a time when geopolitical tensions raise fears of another major war. His recent participation in the SCO Summit in Tianjin, China, where he outlined priorities around security, connectivity and opportunity, helped balance regional dynamics. His strategic stance in forums like the Russia-India-China (RIC) troika, along with BRICS and SCO, has enabled dialogue amid power imbalances. By advocating an early end to the Ukraine conflict during talks with Putin and stressing neutrality to maximise India's interests, he has kept channels open without taking sides. The improvement in India-US relations, from past tensions to a thaw marked by stronger partnerships, highlights India's steady position on the global stage. Even his visit to Ukraine in 2024 opened new avenues, showing India's balanced diplomacy. PM Modi's foreign trips draw huge crowds from the Indian diaspora, revealing a strong personal appeal that goes beyond policy to a kind of personality cult built on his direct connect with people. All things considered, PM Modi is the need of the moment for global power balance and peace. As conflicts simmer and economic uncertainties grow, his leadership offers a steady hand, promoting cooperation over confrontation. With India under him reaching out to all corners, the world finds in him a figure who can guide towards shared prosperity, making his role indispensable in these testing times.

When passion drives someone to achieve something for human values and common respect globally, a person becomes a global leader. This unmistakably carves the indelible imprints of &nbsp;Prime Minister Narendra Modi, who has turned 75 today&nbsp;

Balancing power, building peace—why PM Modi@75 is indispensable for global prosperity | Explained

Prime Minister Narendra Modi turns 75 today. His longer than a decade tenure has been marked by many policy decisions. Some of his policy decisions have been touted as inclusive and transformative, while others have been divisive and pushed the country to the brink. Here is a list of 10 major ideological and policy decisions taken by Prime Minister Narendra Modi over the last 10 years.&nbsp;Read Also: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/complete-list-prime-minister-modi-s-international-travel-1758020879275">Prime Minister Modi’s international travel: Complete list of Prime Ministerial visits abroad</a><h2>1. Demonetisation</h2>On November 8, 2016, the Union Government under PM Modi decided to demonetise high-value denominations of 500 and 1000. The rationale was to tackle counterfeiting and black money. However, 99 per cent of the demonetised currency was back to the banking system. So, it raises questions about the proper motive behind it. On the other hand, this increased the deposits of the bank and accelerated the adoption of digital payment.&nbsp; The decision resulted in massive queues in ATMs and banks, a sort of manufactured crisis. Cash shortages hurt small businesses. Many called it political optics to portray himself as a fearless leader. The economic disruption resulted in nearly 100 deaths, as reported by platforms like Indian Express, Scroll and The Hindu.<h2>2. Goods and Services Tax</h2>A reform of indirect taxes was meant to simplify taxation. It made India a single tax market, replacing multiple state and central taxes, and simplified logistics. But at the introductory level, it hurt small businesses with the burden of complex compliance and multiple slabs. However, subsequent revisions have simplified taxation and compliance procedures.<h2> 3. Abrogation of Article 370</h2>This had been in the manifesto of the BJP long before the 2014 General Assembly election. It ended Jammu and Kashmir, special constitutional status. This created a stronger central authority and showed pure determination from the Union Government to solve strategic and geopolitical challenges in the disputed region. However, the security forces and the government were accused by rights groups of abusing power, human rights concerns, neglecting the federal structure, the spirit of India's accession agreements, the autonomy of Kashmir's assembly, mass lockdown, blackouts and political detention.&nbsp;Read Also: &nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/congress-udit-raj-pm-modi-75-birthday-retirement-rule-1758028936129">'Hope PM resigns tomorrow': Congress leader Udit Raj renews 75-year rule debate as PM Modi turns 75</a><h2>4. Citizenship Amendment Act</h2>The act sparked a nationwide uprising against the Indian Government. It made religion a basis for becoming an Indian citizen, a decision challenging constitutional values of secularism. It offered citizenship to Hindu, Sikh, Jain, Buddhist, Christian, and Parsi migrants from Pakistan, Bangladesh, and Afghanistan. It was protested across the country, which led to violence, riots. Even though the rules were finalised in 2024. Several petitions are still pending in SC about its implementation. However, the act is in force and considered to be the most polarising and divisive move of Modi's tenure. &nbsp;<h2>5. Make In India</h2>This was a significant move by the government to boost Indian Industries. It pushed for self-reliance in manufacturing in sectors like electronics, defence, and IT services. The focus was on becoming an export-oriented economy. It attracted foreign investments and portrayed India as an attractive destination for investments. The ease of compliance boosted FDI inflows and supported growth in the IT sector. However, India faces challenges in the manufacturing sector, a lack of investment in R&amp;D being one. Many critics call Make in India a promotional campaign, and the promises of job creation did not materialise.&nbsp;Read Also: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/indian-origin-amit-kshatriya-nasa-associate-administrator-1757061744580">Indian origin engineer Amit Kshatriya named NASA's top civil service official, to lead Moon-to-Mars mission</a>&nbsp;<h2>6. National Education Policy</h2>It was a holistic and learner-centric overhaul of the education system. It was touted as inclusive for attempting to bridge the gap between academia and industry by introducing multidisciplinary learning. However, the implementation had been questioned due to significant funding cuts and a risk of centralisation.&nbsp;<h2>7. Farm laws&nbsp;</h2>Introduced in 2020 and later repealed in 2021 after massive protests from farmers. It was aimed at liberalising agricultural markets. But it faced pushback from farmers due to the probability of monopoly by big conglomerates. While on paper, the policy tried to help farmers by providing them opportunity to sell outside the mandis and attract private investment. But farmers were afraid of losing MSP and potential power imbalances with the corporate sector that would make them vulnerable.<h2>8. Electoral Bonds</h2>Introduced by the BJP in 2017 and projected as a tool for transparent political funding. However, several reports criticised it for the opacity in the funding of political parties. It was later struck down by the Supreme Court in 2024 for violating the right to information under Article 19(1)(a). The court called out anonymous political donations&nbsp;for being unconstitutional.<h2>9. Gati Shakti or Infrastructure development&nbsp;</h2>It tried to rapidly improve the infrastructure of India, like rail, road, ports, and airports, by bringing together 44 central ministries and 36 states and union territories. It employs Integrated planning, prioritisation, and optimisation using GIS platforms and multiple data layers to give a proper idea of demographic challenges and the existing infrastructure. In the last decade, the National Highway network of India expanded from 91,287 km to 1,46,145 km. In railways, 31,000 km of new tracks have been laid, and while in civil aviation, the number of operational airports in India increased from 74 in 2014 to 157 by September 2024.&nbsp;&nbsp;<h2>10. Digitalisation</h2>This is one of the major success stories of the decade-long tenure of Narendra Modi. It tried to achieve financial inclusion even for people on the other side of the digital divide. The trinity of Jan Dhan, Aadhaar and Mobile had tried to include the underprivileged section in the government benefits of direct money transfer and other scheme-related benefits. However, the scale of implementation is debated in the media circles. In short, digitalisation laid the groundwork for e-governance, digital literacy, and online services.&nbsp;&nbsp;Read Also: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/india-bans-austrian-economist-gunther-fehlinger-jahn-dismantle-india-post-1757065314880">India blocks Austrian economist Gunther Fehlinger-Jahn’s X account after controversial ‘Dismantle India’ post</a>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;

As Prime Minister Narendra Modi turns 75, here are the 10 landmark policy decisions from demonetisation and GST to Article 370, CAA, farm laws, and digitalisation that defined the last decade of Indian politics and governance. 

Prime Minister Narendra Modi turns 75 today. His longer than a decade tenure has been marked by many policy decisions. Some of his policy decisions have been touted as inclusive and transformative, while others have been divisive and pushed the country to the brink. Here is a list of 10 major ideological and policy decisions taken by Prime Minister Narendra Modi over the last 10 years. Read Also: Prime Minister Modi’s international travel: Complete list of Prime Ministerial visits abroad 1. Demonetisation On November 8, 2016, the Union Government under PM Modi decided to demonetise high-value denominations of 500 and 1000. The rationale was to tackle counterfeiting and black money. However, 99 per cent of the demonetised currency was back to the banking system. So, it raises questions about the proper motive behind it. On the other hand, this increased the deposits of the bank and accelerated the adoption of digital payment. The decision resulted in massive queues in ATMs and banks, a sort of manufactured crisis. Cash shortages hurt small businesses. Many called it political optics to portray himself as a fearless leader. The economic disruption resulted in nearly 100 deaths, as reported by platforms like Indian Express, Scroll and The Hindu. 2. Goods and Services Tax A reform of indirect taxes was meant to simplify taxation. It made India a single tax market, replacing multiple state and central taxes, and simplified logistics. But at the introductory level, it hurt small businesses with the burden of complex compliance and multiple slabs. However, subsequent revisions have simplified taxation and compliance procedures. 3. Abrogation of Article 370 This had been in the manifesto of the BJP long before the 2014 General Assembly election. It ended Jammu and Kashmir, special constitutional status. This created a stronger central authority and showed pure determination from the Union Government to solve strategic and geopolitical challenges in the disputed region. However, the security forces and the government were accused by rights groups of abusing power, human rights concerns, neglecting the federal structure, the spirit of India's accession agreements, the autonomy of Kashmir's assembly, mass lockdown, blackouts and political detention. Read Also: 'Hope PM resigns tomorrow': Congress leader Udit Raj renews 75-year rule debate as PM Modi turns 75 4. Citizenship Amendment Act The act sparked a nationwide uprising against the Indian Government. It made religion a basis for becoming an Indian citizen, a decision challenging constitutional values of secularism. It offered citizenship to Hindu, Sikh, Jain, Buddhist, Christian, and Parsi migrants from Pakistan, Bangladesh, and Afghanistan. It was protested across the country, which led to violence, riots. Even though the rules were finalised in 2024. Several petitions are still pending in SC about its implementation. However, the act is in force and considered to be the most polarising and divisive move of Modi's tenure. 5. Make In India This was a significant move by the government to boost Indian Industries. It pushed for self-reliance in manufacturing in sectors like electronics, defence, and IT services. The focus was on becoming an export-oriented economy. It attracted foreign investments and portrayed India as an attractive destination for investments. The ease of compliance boosted FDI inflows and supported growth in the IT sector. However, India faces challenges in the manufacturing sector, a lack of investment in R&D being one. Many critics call Make in India a promotional campaign, and the promises of job creation did not materialise. Read Also: Indian origin engineer Amit Kshatriya named NASA's top civil service official, to lead Moon-to-Mars mission 6. National Education Policy It was a holistic and learner-centric overhaul of the education system. It was touted as inclusive for attempting to bridge the gap between academia and industry by introducing multidisciplinary learning. However, the implementation had been questioned due to significant funding cuts and a risk of centralisation. 7. Farm laws Introduced in 2020 and later repealed in 2021 after massive protests from farmers. It was aimed at liberalising agricultural markets. But it faced pushback from farmers due to the probability of monopoly by big conglomerates. While on paper, the policy tried to help farmers by providing them opportunity to sell outside the mandis and attract private investment. But farmers were afraid of losing MSP and potential power imbalances with the corporate sector that would make them vulnerable. 8. Electoral Bonds Introduced by the BJP in 2017 and projected as a tool for transparent political funding. However, several reports criticised it for the opacity in the funding of political parties. It was later struck down by the Supreme Court in 2024 for violating the right to information under Article 19(1)(a). The court called out anonymous political donations for being unconstitutional. 9. Gati Shakti or Infrastructure development It tried to rapidly improve the infrastructure of India, like rail, road, ports, and airports, by bringing together 44 central ministries and 36 states and union territories. It employs Integrated planning, prioritisation, and optimisation using GIS platforms and multiple data layers to give a proper idea of demographic challenges and the existing infrastructure. In the last decade, the National Highway network of India expanded from 91,287 km to 1,46,145 km. In railways, 31,000 km of new tracks have been laid, and while in civil aviation, the number of operational airports in India increased from 74 in 2014 to 157 by September 2024. 10. Digitalisation This is one of the major success stories of the decade-long tenure of Narendra Modi. It tried to achieve financial inclusion even for people on the other side of the digital divide. The trinity of Jan Dhan, Aadhaar and Mobile had tried to include the underprivileged section in the government benefits of direct money transfer and other scheme-related benefits. However, the scale of implementation is debated in the media circles. In short, digitalisation laid the groundwork for e-governance, digital literacy, and online services. Read Also: India blocks Austrian economist Gunther Fehlinger-Jahn’s X account after controversial ‘Dismantle India’ post

As Prime Minister Narendra Modi turns 75, here are the 10 landmark policy decisions from demonetisation and GST to Article 370, CAA, farm laws, and digitalisation that defined the last decade of Indian politics and governance.&nbsp;

PM Modi at 75: 10 major policy decisions that defined his decade in power

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Balancing power, building peace—why PM Modi@75 is indispensable for global prosperity | Explained

PM Modi at 75: 10 major policy decisions that defined his decade in power