Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) and Janata Dal (United) leaders on Tuesday, 26 May rallied to praise Prime Minister Narendra Modi as the National Democratic Alliance (NDA) government completed 12 years at the Centre, citing welfare delivery, anti-corruption measures, and India's strengthened international standing as the defining pillars of the tenure.

Leaders Highlight People-Centric Governance

Bihar Minister Ram Kripal Yadav said the Prime Minister's record had been defined by initiatives aimed at uplifting the poor. 'The Prime Minister's tenure has completed 12 years. Undoubtedly, during this period, the Prime Minister has carried out many people-oriented initiatives for the uplift of the poor, based on the principles of Sabka Saath, Sabka Vikas, Sabka Vishwas. Today, the country is moving forward, and the 140 crore people of India are expressing satisfaction…' he said.

Bihar BJP President Sanjay Saraogi announced that the party would organise a nationwide campaign to mark the milestone. 'The Prime Minister, with the resolve of Nation First, is going to complete his 12 years in office. He has become one of the most popular leaders in the world, and today a large section of the country supports him. The Bharatiya Janata Party has decided to celebrate a fortnight from June 5 to June 21 to mark the completion of these 12 years in office…' he said.

JD(U) Credits Modi for Transparency and Foreign Policy Gains

JD(U) National Spokesperson Rajeev Ranjan pointed to governance reforms and India's foreign policy posture as standout achievements. 'During the 12-year tenure of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, major decisions related to transparency have helped reduce corruption. It has become easier to identify responsibilities and point out mistakes compared to earlier times,' he said.

Ranjan also argued that India's global standing had risen measurably. 'No one can deny that India's global acceptance has improved compared to previous governments. Many countries that are in conflict with each other are still looking towards India with equal hope. This is probably one of the biggest reasons that India has maintained a balance in its foreign relations, whether it is China, Russia, or the United States…' he added.

Nationwide Outreach Campaign Planned

The Centre has announced a structured nationwide outreach drive to mark the anniversary. Union ministers, BJP leaders, chief ministers, and Members of Parliament are expected to connect with citizens across the country to highlight what the government describes as its '22 major achievements' across sectors.

The campaign, running from June 5 to June 21, is expected to spotlight welfare schemes, infrastructure development, economic reforms, digital governance, foreign policy achievements, and social sector initiatives. Notably, this is the first such structured fortnight-long celebration since the NDA returned to power for a third consecutive term in 2024.

Context and What Comes Next

The NDA first came to power in May 2014, with Modi winning a second term in 2019 and a third in 2024. The 12-year mark places his tenure among the longest uninterrupted stretches at the Centre since the Indira Gandhi era. Critics from the opposition have argued that welfare scheme outcomes and employment data warrant independent scrutiny, even as the ruling alliance points to infrastructure metrics and global diplomatic engagements as evidence of progress.

With the outreach campaign set to begin in June, the NDA will be seeking to consolidate its narrative ahead of several state assembly elections on the horizon.