Union minister Anurag Thakur praised Prime Minister Narendra Modi for his remarkable achievements in the span of 8 years, which surpass the progress made in the previous 60 years. Thakur specifically highlighted India’s significant accomplishment of successfully landing a spacecraft on the Moon’s south pole through the Chandrayaan-3 mission. He also acknowledged the implementation of various central schemes that have brought about transformative changes in the country.

While addressing a function organized for the release of the book ‘Sabka Saath, Sabka Vikas, Sabka Vishwas’, a compilation of select speeches by PM Modi, Thakur reiterated the impact created by the government’s initiatives.

Thakur went on to share some notable statistics to support his claims. He mentioned that 4 crore people have been provided with pucca houses, ensuring improved living conditions. Additionally, 12 crore women and families have gained access to toilets, promoting hygiene and sanitation practices. Moreover, electricity has reached every village, thus empowering rural areas.

Thakur further highlighted the government’s efforts during the COVID-19 pandemic. He mentioned that 80 crore poor people received double ration for two and a half years, providing them with essential food supplies. He also stated that piped water has been made available to 12 crore people within just three years. Thakur emphasized the significant progress made in healthcare through the Ayushman Bharat Yojana, stating that free treatment worth Rs 5 lakh has been provided to 60 crore people in the last nine years.

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