Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday reflected on major national and global milestones of 2025, saying the year gave India “even greater self-confidence” and prepared the country to move forward into 2026 with renewed hope and determination.
The Prime Minister in his monthly radio programme Mann Ki Baat said, “In just a few days, the year 2026 will knock on our door soon, and today, as I speak to you, memories of the entire year are swirling in my mind. Many images, discussions and achievements that united the nation. 2025 gave us many such moments that have made every Indian proud.”
Highlighting India’s growing presence across sectors, he said, “From national security to the sports field, from science laboratories to the world’s biggest stages, India’s imprint was everywhere.”
Recalling the Indian Armed Forces’ military action against terrorists in May, PM Modi said, “This year, Operation Sindoor became a symbol of pride for every Indian. The world clearly saw that today’s India does not compromise on its security.” He added, “During Operation Sindoor, pictures of love and devotion towards Maa Bharati emerged from across the nation. People expressed their feelings in their own ways.”
#WATCH | BJP MP Ravi Shankar Prasad listens to the 129th episode of Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s ‘Mann Ki Baat’ in Patna. pic.x.com/i9en7RsUe0
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The Prime Minister also referred to the 150th anniversary of the national song Vande Mataram. “I had urged you to send your messages and suggestions with the hashtag ‘VandeMataram150’. The countrymen participated enthusiastically in this campaign,” he said.
Calling 2025 a memorable year for Indian sports, PM Modi said, “Our Men’s Cricket Team won the ICC Champions Trophy, and the Women’s Cricket Team won the World Cup for the first time. The daughters of India created history by winning the Women’s Blind T20 World Cup. The Tricolour also fluttered victoriously in the Asia Cup T20. By winning several medals in the world championships, the para-athletes proved that no obstacles can stop determination.”
#WATCH | Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma listens to the 129th episode of Prime Minister Narendra Modi's 'Mann Ki Baat' in Guwahati. pic.x.com/JZekPskfsH
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He said India also took “giant leaps forward” in space and science, citing Indian astronaut Shubanshu Shukla, who became the first Indian to reach the International Space Station.
The Prime Minister noted that environmental protection and wildlife conservation initiatives also marked the year, adding that the number of cheetahs in India had crossed 30.
“Faith, culture and India’s unique heritage were all seen together in 2025. The organisation of the Prayagraj Maha Kumbh at the beginning of the year astonished the entire world. At the end of the year, the flag-hoisting ceremony at the Ram Temple in Ayodhya filled every Indian with pride,” PM Modi said.
Emphasising the growing preference for indigenous goods, PM Modi said, “People also showed great enthusiasm for Swadeshi products. People are buying only those goods that have been made with the hard work of an Indian.”
Summing up the year, he said, “Today, we can proudly say that 2025 has given India even greater self-confidence.” He also expressed grief over the natural disasters faced by several parts of the country during the year.
“Now the country is ready to move forward in 2026 with new hopes and new resolutions,” the Prime Minister said.