World’s highest rail bridge became possible because of PM Modi: Dr Jitendra Singh

Jammu, Jun 12: Union Minister Dr Jitendra Singh today said that the world’s highest rail bridge became possible because of the Prime Minister Narendra Modi.

He was addressing a press conference here in connection with the completion of 11 years of Modi government. Other senior leaders Kavinder Gupta, Adv Vibodh Gupta, and Priya Sethi were also present.

Earlier, Dr Jitendra Singh, along with other senior leaders, inaugurated an exhibition showcasing major achievements of the Modi government over the past 11 years. “Various programmes are being organised across the nation to celebrate the Modi government’s journey of transformation. The 11 years are a shift from despair to hope and, from pessimism to optimism,” he said.

The union minister recalled the environment of widespread corruption and lack of global recognition that prevailed before 2014, stating that the Modi-led government’s mission of “Sankalp Se Siddhi” has now borne fruit. "There has been a great deal of hard work and sacrifice behind this success," he said.

Dr Singh emphasised that the government’s first pledge was “Meri Sarkar, Gareeb Ki Sarkar,” focusing on four key segments — youth, farmers, the poor, and women. India has progressed from the 10th to the 4th position in terms of economic strength. He highlighted India's rise in the Global Innovation Index from 80th position in 2014 to 39th in 2025. He also pointed out India’s 6th rank in global patent filing, crediting the Modi government for creating a supportive ecosystem for innovation and entrepreneurship.

He cited a manifold increase in Khadi turnover, driven by design innovations and its promotion in both national and international markets.

Dr Singh described the reforms under Modi as real socio-economic reforms powered by optimal use of technology. He noted that benefits were extended to the needy without any consideration of vote-bank politics. The government undertook futuristic policy-making rooted in Indian ethos, he said.

“Several outdated rules were abolished, including the requirement for gazetted officer attestations. Restrictions on women’s pensions were revisited, and posthumous pension rights were expanded. After the abrogation of Article 370, socio-economic benefits were extended to women, refugees, and other deprived communities. The introduction of an app for pensioners' life certificates made the process more accessible for senior citizens,” the BJP leader said.