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  • Narendra Modi

    Occupation: Politician

    Narendra Modi is an Indian politician currently serving as the Prime Minister of India. Having first taken office in May 2014, he is currently in his third consecutive term following the 2024 general elections. He is a member of the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) and represents the Varanasi constituency in the Lok Sabha.

    Key Background

    Early Life: Born on September 17, 1950, in Vadnagar, Gujarat, he rose from a humble background, famously helping his father sell tea at a railway station as a child.

    Rise in Politics: He spent decades as a dedicated worker for the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) before moving into mainstream politics with the BJP.

    Gujarat Chief Minister: Before becoming Prime Minister, he served as the Chief Minister of Gujarat from 2001 to 2014, where he gained national attention for his "Gujarat Model" of economic development.

    Governance and Policy

    Modi’s leadership is characterized by a mix of nationalist sentiment and large-scale modernization efforts. His administration has focused on:

    Infrastructure: Massive expansion of highways, railways, and digital connectivity (Digital India).

    Welfare Schemes: Programs like the Jan Dhan Yojana (financial inclusion), Ujjwala Yojana (clean cooking gas), and Ayushman Bharat (healthcare).

    Economic Reforms: Significant moves such as the implementation of the Goods and Services Tax (GST) and the controversial 2016 demonetization.

    Foreign Policy: Strengthening India’s global footprint and positioning the country as a leader in the "Global South."

    He is widely regarded as one of the most influential and popular leaders in modern Indian history, though his tenure has also seen debate regarding social cohesion and democratic institutions.

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