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As Shri Suvendu Akhikari took oath of office as Chief Minister of West Bengal, a new era of hope, trust and aspiration has dawned in the State with people starting to feel change in governance, political culture and approach towards administration under the newly elected BJP government. A land celebrated as ‘Sonar Bengal’, long bruised by self-centred and corrupt politicians and misguided policies and ideas, is now looking forward to regain its momentum and recover its lost decades. Shri Himanta Biswa Sarma has taken oath as Chief Minister of Assam for the second time as NDA forms government in the State for the third time in a row. The people of Assam have once again reaffirmed their faith in the leadership of Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi and his unwavering commitment to the Northeast,
A land celebrated as ‘Sonar Bengal’, long bruised by self-centred and corrupt politicians and misguided policies and ideas, is now looking forward to regain its momentum and recover its lost decades
affectionately described as ‘Ashtalakshmi’. Similarly, in Puducherry, the people have once again bestowed their blessings upon the NDA, blessing Shri N. Rangasamy to continue as Chief Minister. This victory reflects the electorate’s preference for stability, efficient governance, and seamless coordination with the Union Government. As the people have chosen the politics of performance, development, and national progress over the politics of violence, corruption, appeasement, policy paralysis and administrative failure, the vision of ‘Viksit Bharat’, having overwhelmingly blessed by the people, has become the driving force for the nation.
Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi’s recent five-nation visit to the United Arab Emirates, Netherlands, Sweden, Norway and Italy showcased India’s growing stature as a leading global power and reflected the Modi government’s vision of positioning India at the center of emerging geopolitical and economic partnerships. In the UAE, discussions focused on strengthening cooperation in trade, energy security, digital payments, fintech and infrastructure investment. The growing strategic partnership highlights the success of India’s proactive diplomacy and reinforces the confidence of global investors in India’s growth story.
The visit to the Netherlands advanced cooperation in semiconductors, green hydrogen, logistics and water management—key sectors aligned with the government’s Make in India and Atmanirbhar Bharat initiatives. As India seeks to become a global manufacturing hub, such partnerships are crucial for building resilient supply chains and technological capabilities.
The Nordic leg of the tour underscored India’s expanding engagement with innovation-driven economies. In Sweden, discussions centered on defence manufacturing, artificial intelligence, clean technology and innovation ecosystems, while in Norway, cooperation was strengthened in renewable energy, maritime security, climate action and emerging technologies. The prestigious national honours conferred upon Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi by both Sweden and Norway reflected international recognition of India’s growing influence and leadership.
In Italy, talks focused on manufacturing, defence, industrial technology and clean mobility. Prime Minister Shri Modi was also awarded the Agricola Medal by the FAO, acknowledging India’s achievements in food security, agricultural innovation and sustainable development. From promoting millets globally to operating the world’s largest food support programme, India has emerged as a model for inclusive growth.
Beyond bilateral agreements and diplomatic engagements, the visits demonstrated a larger reality: under Prime Minister Shri Modi’s visionary and dynamic leadership, India is no longer merely adapting to global changes but actively shaping them. The visit reinforced India’s image as a trusted partner, a major economic force and a confident voice on the global stage, advancing the vision of a strong, self-reliant and ‘Viksit Bharat’.