Under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, India has achieved several milestones this year that have been etched in the pages of history. Let’s explore 10 memorable events in India in the year 2023.
- Global Summit ‘Bharat Mandapam’ under Indian Chairmanship: On September 9 and 10, the G-20 Summit was held in ‘Bharat Mandapam’ under Indian chairmanship. It marked the first time that no currency from developed countries was used in the summit. Leaders from around the world, including U.S. President Joe Biden, Italian PM Georgia Meloni, UK PM Rishi Sunak, and French President Emmanuel Macron, participated in the summit.
- Successful Soft Landing of Chandrayaan-3: In a historic achievement, India successfully landed Chandrayaan-3 on the lunar surface this year. India became the first country to land on the south pole of the Moon. This positions India as the fourth country globally to achieve a lunar surface landing.
- Inauguration of New Parliament Building: On May 28, PM Modi inaugurated the new Parliament building with the entire legislative fraternity. The new Parliament building, with four floors, spans 64,500 square meters and was constructed at a cost of 862 crores.
- Record-Breaking Medal Tally in Asian Games: India made history in the Asian Games by securing a record-breaking tally of 107 medals, including 28 gold, 38 silver, and 41 bronze. This marked the first time Indian athletes won over 100 medals in the 72-year history of the Asian Games.
- Oscar Glory for Indian Creations: On March 13, 2023, India experienced a proud moment as the song ‘Natu Natu’ from RRR and ‘The Elephant Whisperers’ won at the Oscars 2023. The film ‘RRR,’ released on March 25, 2022, had previously made history by winning at the Golden Globe Awards.
- PM Modi Honored by Five Countries: In 2023, PM Modi received the highest honors from five countries. PM Modi has received special recognition from approximately 14 countries from 2016 to 2023, including the highest honors from Fiji, Guinea, and Egypt.
- Fastest 5G Rollout in India: India achieved the world’s fastest 5G rollout, providing 5G network services to approximately 738 districts and nearly 100 million users. This rapid 5G rollout showcases India’s progress in the field of technology.
- Fastest-Growing Economy Worldwide: India earned the title of having the world’s fastest-growing economy this year. India claimed to be among the top three countries globally, providing a significant testament to its economic advancement.
- Longest Cruise MV Ganga Vilas for India: PM Narendra Modi launched the world’s longest river cruise and India’s first indigenously built cruise ship, MV Ganga Vilas. This cruise covers a distance of 3,200 kilometers in 51 days and completes its journey in Dibrugarh, Assam, passing through Bangladesh.
- World’s Largest Meditation Center for India: Recently, PM Modi inaugurated the world’s largest meditation center, Swarved Mahamandir, in Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh. This seven-story Mahamandir allows 20,000 people to meditate simultaneously. The construction of this grand temple took nearly 20 years and covers an area of 300,000 square feet.
