12 years ago, Shri
@narendramodi took oath as Prime Minister of India.
In the last
#12YearsOfSewa, the Ministry of External Affairs and the foreign policy of Bharat have undergone a transformation.
✅ Made passport-issuance and attestation of documents a seamless experience for the common citizen.
✅ Provided fullest support to Indians abroad through open Embassies and expanded use of Indian Community Welfare Fund.
✅ Created digital platforms for grievance redressal and feedback.
✅ Effectively responded to crisis situations including through evacuations. Ukraine, Israel, Afghanistan and Sudan are some examples.
✅ Facilitated Indians accessing global workplace, becoming part of global workforce. 21 mobility partnerships to date.
✅ Supported Indian businesses getting market access abroad and enhancing exports.
✅ Enabled entry of Indian products and services into new markets through development projects.
✅ Instituted welfare measures for Indian students abroad.
✅ Promoted Indian culture and enhanced appreciation of our heritage and traditions in other nations.
✅ Opened 44 Embassies and Consulates to address the needs of Indians living and going abroad.
Indian diplomacy works 24/7 for the nation. Indians travel abroad today with greater confidence and a stronger sense of pride.