12 Years of Modi Government Report Card: 50 Biggest Achievements You Should Know

Explore the 12 Years of Modi Government Report Card with 50 major achievements in welfare, economy, infrastructure, healthcare, defence, and Digital India.

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On June 9, 2026, the Narendra Modi-led NDA government completed 12 years in office, marking one of the most significant political eras in independent India. During this period, the government launched several welfare schemes, implemented major economic reforms, expanded infrastructure, strengthened national security, accelerated digital transformation, and enhanced India’s global standing.

As Prime Minister Narendra Modi surpassed the record of Jawaharlal Nehru as the longest continuously serving elected Prime Minister of India, the 12-year milestone provides an opportunity to assess the government’s performance across key sectors.

This comprehensive 12 Years of Modi Government highlights the 50 biggest achievements of the Modi Government from 2014 to 2026.

Social Welfare and Financial Inclusion

No.	Initiative	Key Achievement	Impact
1	Pradhan Mantri Jan Dhan Yojana	More than 55 crore bank accounts opened	Expanded financial inclusion and enabled direct transfer of benefits.
2	Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT)	Welfare benefits are transferred directly into bank accounts	Reduced leakages, corruption, and middlemen in subsidy delivery.
3	Free Food Grains Programme	Over 81 crore beneficiaries covered	Strengthened food security for vulnerable populations.
4	PM Ujjwala Yojana	More than 10 crore LPG connections distributed	Reduced dependence on traditional cooking fuels and improved women’s health.
5	PM Awas Yojana	More than 4 crore houses sanctioned and built	Improved housing access for economically weaker sections.
6	Jal Jeevan Mission	Tap water is provided to over 10 crore rural households	Enhanced rural drinking water access and sanitation.
7	Swachh Bharat Mission	Nearly 10 crore toilets constructed	Improved sanitation and reduced open defecation.
8	Lakhpati Didi Initiative	Around 3 crore women are empowered	Increased rural women’s income and entrepreneurship.
9	Self-Help Group Expansion	Over 91 lakh SHGs strengthened	Enhanced livelihood opportunities and financial independence.
10	Mission Indradhanush	Expanded immunisation coverage nationwide	Improved child and maternal health outcomes.

Healthcare Transformation

No.	Initiative	Key Achievement	Impact
11	Ayushman Bharat PM-JAY	World’s largest health insurance programme launched	Improved healthcare access for poor and vulnerable families.
12	Ayushman Bharat Vay Vandana	Coverage extended to citizens above 70 years	Strengthened elderly healthcare protection.
13	Ayushman Cards	More than 44 crore cards issued	Enabled cashless healthcare access across India.
14	Ayushman Arogya Mandirs	More than 1.86 lakh centres are operational	Strengthened primary healthcare services.
15	Jan Aushadhi Kendras	Affordable generic medicines available nationwide	Reduced healthcare expenditure for citizens.
16	Expansion of AIIMS	The number increased from 8 to 23	Improved access to tertiary healthcare and medical education.
17	Medical Colleges Expansion	Increased from 387 to over 800 colleges	Expanded healthcare workforce capacity.
18	Increase in Medical Seats	Significant increase in MBBS and PG seats	Addressed the shortage of doctors and specialists.
19	Digital Health Mission	Digital health records and health IDs were introduced	Improved healthcare efficiency and continuity of care.
20	AYUSH Expansion	Traditional medicine integrated into healthcare	Promoted holistic and preventive healthcare practices.

Economic Reforms and Growth

No.	Reform	Key Achievement	Impact
21	Goods and Services Tax (GST)	Unified indirect tax regime implemented	Created a common national market.
22	Insolvency and Bankruptcy Code (IBC)	Faster debt resolution framework	Improved ease of doing business.
23	Corporate Tax Reforms	Tax rates reduced for businesses	Enhanced investment attractiveness.
24	Startup India	India emerged as a leading startup hub	Encouraged innovation and entrepreneurship.
25	Mudra Yojana	Loans exceeding ₹40 lakh crore sanctioned	Boosted small businesses and self-employment.
26	PLI Scheme	Incentives provided to manufacturers	Strengthened domestic manufacturing.
27	UPI Revolution	Digital transactions reached record levels	Positioned India as a global leader in digital payments.
28	Financial Inclusion Expansion	Banking services reached remote areas	Increased participation in the formal economy.
29	Formalisation of the Economy	Growth in digital and tax-compliant transactions	Improved transparency and revenue collection.
30	Economic Growth	India became one of the world’s largest economies	Enhanced global economic standing.

Infrastructure Revolution

No.	Project	Key Achievement	Impact
31	Greenfield Expressways	26 major expressways developed	Reduced travel time and logistics costs.
32	Bharatmala Pariyojana	Massive highway network expansion	Improved connectivity across regions.
33	Sagarmala Programme	Port-led infrastructure development	Enhanced maritime trade and logistics.
34	Dedicated Freight Corridors	Dedicated cargo rail routes developed	Improved freight movement efficiency.
35	Vande Bharat Trains	Semi-high-speed trains introduced	Modernized passenger rail transport.
36	Railway Electrification	Extensive electrification achieved	Reduced fuel costs and carbon emissions.
37	Metro Rail Expansion	Metro networks expanded nationwide	Improved urban mobility.
38	Airport Development	Airports increased from 74 to 164	Enhanced air connectivity.
39	UDAN Scheme	Regional aviation connectivity expanded	Made air travel accessible to smaller cities.
40	PM Gati Shakti	Integrated infrastructure planning platform	Improved coordination among infrastructure projects.

National Security and Governance

No.	Initiative	Key Achievement	Impact
41	Abrogation of Article 370	Special status of Jammu & Kashmir removed	Major constitutional and governance reform.
42	Border Infrastructure	Roads, tunnels and strategic projects accelerated	Improved military readiness and connectivity.
43	Defence Modernization	Major procurement and modernisation programmes	Strengthened national defence capabilities.
44	Defence Exports	Exports crossed ₹38,400 crore	Boosted India’s defence manufacturing ecosystem.
45	Atmanirbhar Defence	Increased indigenous defence production	Reduced import dependence.

Technology, Diplomacy and National Development

No.	Initiative	Key Achievement	Impact
46	Digital India Mission	Expansion of e-governance services	Improved citizen access to government services.
47	Aadhaar-Based Governance	Welfare delivery linked with digital identity	Increased efficiency and transparency.
48	Global Diplomacy	Successful G20 Presidency and expanded partnerships	Enhanced India’s global influence.
49	Chandrayaan-3 Mission	First successful landing near the Moon’s south pole	Established India’s leadership in space exploration.
50	Ram Mandir Construction	Temple inaugurated in Ayodhya	Landmark cultural and civilizational project.

Major Challenges and Criticisms

A balanced assessment also requires acknowledging challenges faced during the period:

Unemployment concerns among youth.
Agrarian distress in some regions.
Inflationary pressures.
Regional development disparities.
Healthcare and education quality gaps.
Concerns raised by opposition parties regarding institutional functioning.

Overall Assessment

The 12 years of the Modi Government represent one of the most consequential periods in contemporary Indian politics. Supporters view this era as one marked by welfare expansion, infrastructure development, digital transformation, stronger national security, and enhanced global stature. Critics argue that challenges relating to employment, social cohesion, and institutional accountability continue to require attention.

Regardless of political perspectives, the period from 2014 to 2026 has undeniably reshaped India’s economic, social, technological, and political landscape. As Prime Minister Narendra Modi enters his thirteenth year in office, the long-term impact of these reforms will continue to shape India’s trajectory toward becoming a developed nation by 2047.