World is looking at India with great hope, says PM, Pg10

Key Highlights:

• In 2025, India achieved significant milestones across various sectors, including national security, sports, science, and technology.
• Operation Sindoor was a symbol of India's commitment to national security, alongside the 150th anniversary of Vande Mataram.
• India secured victories in the ICC Champions Trophy (Men's), Cricket World Cup (Women's), and Women’s Blind T20 World Cup.
• Shubhanshu Shukla became the first Indian to reach the International Space Station.
• The number of cheetahs in India increased to over 30 due to conservation efforts.
• The Prayagraj Maha Kumbh and flag-hoisting ceremony at the Ram Mandir in Ayodhya highlighted India's cultural heritage.
• The 'PM Surya Ghar Muft Bijli Yojana' provides ₹75,000 to ₹80,000 for families to install solar panels.

Detailed Insights:

• India's achievements in 2025 have inspired confidence and optimism for continued progress in 2026 across multiple domains.
• The Viksit Bharat Young Leaders Dialogue and Smart India Hackathon are platforms for youth to contribute to nation-building.
• The Smart India Hackathon saw participation from over 13 lakh students and 6,000 institutes addressing over 270 problems from 80 government departments.
• Geetanjali IISc, a cultural center at the Indian Institute of Science (IISc), promotes Hindustani classical music and folk traditions.
• The Prime Minister highlighted the importance of preserving and promoting Indian languages, citing the example of Kannada families in Dubai.
• Efforts are being made to promote swadeshi (self-reliance) and connect artisans with new markets, as seen in the lace craft of Narasapuram, Andhra Pradesh.
• Concerns were raised about the increasing ineffectiveness of antibiotics due to overuse, based on an Indian Council of Medical Research report.

Key Concepts Involved:

• Swadeshi: A focus on self-reliance and the promotion of domestically produced goods and services.
• Antibiotics: Medicines used to prevent and treat bacterial infections, facing resistance due to overuse.
• PM Surya Ghar Muft Bijli Yojana: A government scheme providing financial assistance for installing solar panels in households.