Viksit Bharat Sankalp Yatra has crossed a major milestone today. In a short span of just 50 days, over 10 crore people have participated in the Yatra. This staggering number indicates profound impact and unmatched ability of the Yatra in uniting people across the nation towards a shared vision of Viksit Bharat.

Incidentally, the number of participants in the Viksit Bharat Sankalp Yatra is higher than the entire population of some of the major countries like Australia, Canada, Germany, France, Italy and South Africa. The massive support for the yatra demonstrates the steadfast dedication of citizens to build a Viksit Bharat.

From Anjaw, Arunachal Pradesh's crown jewel, to Devbhumi Dwaraka on Gujarat's western shore, to scaling Ladakh's icy peaks and gracing Andaman's turquoise shores, the Viksit Bharat Sankalp Yatra now embraces all regions, reaching communities at the farthest corners of the country. The Yatra with the aim to ensure that welfare schemes reach the grassroots level and directly benefit the people has instilled a spark of enthusiasm and hope across India's vastness.

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Since its launch on November 15, 2023, over 7.5 crore individuals have pledged their "Sankalp" – a commitment to building a Viksit Bharat by 2047 – showcasing the electrifying effect of the Yatra amongst the citizens within a matter of weeks.

The Yatra's impact is profound and life-changing. Over 1.7 crore Ayushman Cards have been issued and more than 2.2 crore citizens have been screened at the Health Camps during the Yatra. More than 7.5 lakh beneficiaries have availed the benefits of PM SVANidhi scheme taking a step towards financial independence. More than 33 lakh new PM KISAN beneficiaries have been enrolled during the yatra. More than 87000 drone demonstrations have been held that provide technological assistance to the farmers.

The Viksit Bharat Sankalp Yatra is more than just a march; it's a powerful call to action reverberating across the nation. The efforts made today to bring about change, promise a prosperous future ahead. This movement aims to empower each citizen of the country and make a bold resolution to bring India closer to its goal of becoming developed nation by 2047. It emphasizes that the journey towards a developed India isn't an individual effort but a collective endeavour involving people from all walks of life.

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Nimish Rustagi/ Himanshu Pathak/Ritu Kataria/ Madiha Iqbal