Independent India 'Sahasra Purna Chandra Darshanam': 80 Wonderful Achievements We Have Accomplished in 80 Years

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In Indian Sanatana Dharma and from an astrological perspective, if a person sees a thousand full moons in their lifetime, it is considered highly sacred as a great milestone, known as 'Sahasra Purna Chandra Darshanam'. Our New India, which gained independence on August 15, 1947, is today stepping into its 80th year, proudly completing the time cycle of nearly 1000 full moons. The journey of a nation that broke colonial shackles then, to having grown into a beacon for the world today, is a matter of pride for every Indian.

Commemorating this wonderful occasion, let us once recount 80 great achievements made by our country over the past eight decades, along with their precise dates.

Space, Science and Technology Sector

• Establishment of ISRO (15 August 1969): Emergence of ISRO with the vision of Dr. Vikram Sarabhai.
• Chandrayaan-3 (23 August 2023): India records as the first country in the world to successfully land the Vikram lander on the South Pole of the Moon.
• Mangalyaan (24 September 2014): Created a sensation as the only country to enter a satellite into Martian orbit on the very first attempt.
• Aditya L-1 (2 September 2023): India's first solar mission launched to study the Sun's atmosphere.
• UPI Revolution (11 April 2016): Changed the face of the economy with the launch of cashless transactions.
• Aadhaar (29 September 2010): Launch of the world's largest biometric-based citizen identification system.
• Param Supercomputer (1 July 1991): Unveiling of 'Param 8000' with indigenous technology, defying foreign sanctions.
• Launch of 5G Services (1 October 2022): Heralded a new era in the telecom sector.
• IT Sector Progress (1990s): India's emergence as a global technology hub providing software services to the world.
• NavIC (2018): Own navigation system similar to America's GPS.
• Gaganyaan Announcement (15 August 2018): Commenced the project to send Indian astronauts into space.
• Corona Vaccination (16 January 2021): The world's largest free vaccine distribution program with indigenous vaccines.
• Polio Eradication (27 March 2014): Official announcement by WHO declaring India as a polio-free country.
• Tarapur Atomic Power Station (28 October 1969): Commenced operation of the very first commercial nuclear power plant.
• Mission Shakti (27 March 2019): Success in technology to shoot down enemy satellites in space with Anti-Satellite (ASAT) weapon.

Economic Sector, Infrastructure

• As the 5th Largest Economy (2 September 2022): Overtaking Britain to become the world's fifth-largest economy.
• Green Revolution (1965): The period when the country achieved self-sufficiency in agricultural products.
• White Revolution (13 January 1970): Operation Flood, which made India a leader in milk production.
• Blue Revolution (1985): Wonderful growth in the fisheries and aqua sector.
• Economic Reforms - LPG (24 July 1991): Paved the way for economic progress with liberalization, privatization, and globalization policies.
• GST (1 July 2017): Implementation of the 'One Nation - One Tax' system.
• Make in India (25 September 2014): Program to promote the manufacturing sector indigenously.
• Startup India (16 January 2016): Policy to encourage young entrepreneurs.
• Nationalization of Banks (19 July 1969): Bringing banking services closer to the common man.
• Golden Quadrilateral Project (2001): Construction of vast national highways connecting four major metropolises.
• Vande Bharat Express (15 February 2019): Launch of indigenous high-speed train.
• Delhi Metro (24 December 2002): Launch of a modern urban transport system in the country.
• Chenab Railway Bridge (February 2024): Completion of the construction of the world's highest railway bridge.
• Atal Tunnel (3 October 2020): Launch of the world's longest highway tunnel.
• Sagarmala Project (31 July 2015): Development of port connectivity.
• Jal Jeevan Mission (15 August 2019): Clean drinking water through taps to rural households.
• PM Awas Yojana (25 June 2015): Scheme for construction of permanent houses for the poor.
• 100% Rural Electrification (28 April 2018): Electricity facility to all villages in the country.
• Mudra Yojana (8 April 2015): Collateral-free loans to small entrepreneurs.
• Swachh Bharat Abhiyan (2 October 2014): A mass movement to turn the country into an open defecation-free nation.

Defense, International Affairs

• Pokhran-2 Nuclear Tests (11 May 1998): Proud declaration as a nuclear-armed country.
• Kargil Victory (26 July 1999): The day Pakistan infiltrators were driven out through Operation Vijay.
• INS Vikrant (2 September 2022): The first aircraft carrier built with indigenous technology.
• Agni-5 Missile Test (19 April 2012): Successful launch of Intercontinental Ballistic Missile.
• Tejas Fighter Jet (1 July 2016): Indigenous light combat aircraft inducted into the Air Force.
• Surgical Strikes (29 September 2016): Targeted strikes on terrorist camps.
• Abrogation of Article 370 (5 August 2019): A historical day that made Jammu and Kashmir a permanent integral part of India.
• Integration of Princely States (1947 - 1949): Integration of over 500 princely states under the leadership of Sardar Patel.
• G20 Summit (9 September 2023): Success of the G20 Summit hosted in Delhi.
• International Yoga Day (21 June 2015): United Nations approval of India's proposal.
• Vaccine Maitri (20 January 2021): Export of vaccines for free to over 100 countries.
• Operation Ganga (26 February 2022): Evacuation of Indian students from the war zone.
• Non-Aligned Movement (1 September 1961): Adopting an independent foreign policy.
• QUAD Alliance (2017): Renewal of strategic partnership.
• Permanent Commission for Women in Army (17 February 2020): Permanent commission for women in the armed forces.

Social Empowerment, Education, Health

• Right to Education Act (1 April 2010): Turning primary education into a right.
• Right to Information Act (12 October 2005): Act for transparency in governance.
• Ayushman Bharat (23 September 2018): Largest government free health insurance.
• Ujjwala Yojana (1 May 2016): Free cooking gas connections to women.
• Beti Bachao - Beti Padhao (22 January 2015): Encouragement of girls' education and safety.
• Mid-day Meal Scheme (15 August 1995): Nutritious meal scheme for school children.
• Jan Dhan Yojana (28 August 2014): Financial inclusion of bank accounts for all.
• Increase in Life Expectancy: Average life expectancy, which was 32 years in 1947, crossing 70 years today.
• Increase in Literacy Rate: Literacy rate, which was 12 percent at the time of independence, crossing 77% today.
• National Education Policy (29 July 2020): A brand new policy prioritizing skill development.
• Establishment of First IIT (1951): Setting up of the first IIT in Kharagpur.
• Mandal Commission Implementation (7 August 1990): Social justice by providing 27% reservations to OBCs.
• PM Kisan Samman Nidhi (24 February 2019): Direct investment support into farmers' accounts.
• Crop Insurance Scheme (18 February 2016): Launch of Pradhan Mantri Fasal Bima Yojana.
• e-Sanjeevani (9 August 2019): Teleconsultation providing doctor services through the internet.

Culture, Sports, Environment

• International Solar Alliance (30 November 2015): Global platform for solar energy utilization.
• Project Tiger (1 April 1973): Successful project undertaken for tiger conservation.
• Green Hydrogen Mission (4 January 2023): National Mission for green hydrogen production.
• Cricket World Cup Victories: Achieving the first World Cup in 1983, and subsequently 2007 T20, 2011 ODI, and 2024 T20 Cups.
• First Gold in Olympics Athletics (7 August 2021): Neeraj Chopra's gold medal in Javelin Throw.
• Chess Powerhouse: While Viswanathan Anand became the first Grandmaster in 1988, today India dominates in chess with players like Gukesh and Praggnanandhaa.
• Multidimensional Sports Development: Victories of PV Sindhu, Mary Kom, and others in sports like Badminton, Boxing, Wrestling, etc.
• Oscar Victories (13 March 2023): Oscar awards for 'Naatu Naatu' and 'The Elephant Whisperers'.
• WHO Global Ayush Center (19 April 2022): Establishing a traditional medicine center bringing global recognition to Ayurveda.
• Ayodhya Ram Mandir Consecration (22 January 2024): Idol of Bal Ram consecrated, fulfilling a decades-long dream.
• Transparency in Padma Awards: Presentation of awards under the name 'People's Padma' to common people and true servants.
• Electric Vehicle Revolution (1 April 2015): Launch of FAME scheme to curb pollution.
• Statue of Unity (31 October 2018): Unveiling of the world's tallest statue of Sardar Patel.
• Azadi Ka Amrit Mahotsav (12 March 2021): The event that launched the 75 years of Independence celebrations.
• Viksit Bharat 2047 (11 December 2023): The resolve to transform India into a fully developed country by 2047.

Our country, which faced many challenges when newly independent, standing as a role model for the nations of the world today on this Sahasra Purna Chandra Darshanam is a matter of pride for all of us.

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