The launch of Indian Renaissance: The Modi Decade, an anthology edited by Dr. Aishwarya Pandit, took place at the NDMC Convention Center, New Delhi. Published by Westland Non-Fiction, the book examines India’s transformation under Prime Minister Narendra Modi from 2014 to 2024. With contributions from 27 distinguished authors, the anthology explores political, economic, social, and cultural changes that shaped India’s rise as a global powerhouse.
Key Highlights of the Book Launch Event
- Venue: NDMC Convention Center, New Delhi
- Chief Guest: Union Home Minister Amit Shah
- Guest of Honour: Manohar Lal Khattar, Minister of Housing and Urban Affairs
- Other Dignitaries Present
- Kartikeya Sharma (MP, Contributing Author)
- Biplab Kumar Deb (MP, Former Tripura CM)
- Rakesh Sinha (Former MP)
- Mahesh Jethmalani (Former MP)
- Industrialist Naveen Jindal
Discussions
- India’s growth under Modi’s leadership
- Governance reforms and political stability
- Economic and digital transformation
- India’s global stature and diplomatic advancements
Amit Shah’s Remarks on PM Modi’s Leadership
- Political Stability & Governance: Modi is the first leader in 40 years to secure a third consecutive term.
- Economic Growth: India is now one of the fastest-growing economies globally.
- Poverty Alleviation: Over 25 crore people lifted out of poverty.
- Infrastructure & Welfare: Basic necessities provided to millions, transforming lives even in remote areas.
- Global Image: India has emerged as a strong and self-reliant nation under Modi’s leadership.
About the Editor – Dr. Aishwarya Pandit
- Associate Professor at Jindal Global Law School
- Former Visiting Fellow at the Centre for the Study of Developing Societies
- Visiting faculty at IIM Indore
- Author of Claiming Citizenship and Nation: Muslim Politics and State Building in North India, 1947-1986 (Published by Routledge in 2022)
- Columnist for The Sunday Guardian
Contributors to the Book
- The book features essays from 27 distinguished authors, including,
- Global Leaders & Experts: Tony Abbott, Robert Clark, Don Ritter, Grant Newsham
- Indian Thinkers & Analysts: Rajiv Kumar, Samir Saran, Avatans Kumar, Bharat Kaushal
- Security & Diplomacy Experts: Satoru Nagao, Cleo Paskal, Jonathan Fleming
- Media & Policy Commentators: Pankaj Vohra, Priya Sahgal, Ashish Chauhan
Themes Covered in the Book
- India’s Political Transformation – Modi’s leadership in reshaping governance
- Economic Reforms – Growth, digital revolution, and financial inclusion
- India’s Global Standing – Strengthening ties with the US, Arab nations, and other global powers
- Social Welfare & Development – Education, healthcare, and infrastructure improvements
- New Nationalism – Redefining India’s identity in the 21st century
| Summary/Static | Details |
| Why in the news? | PM Modi’s Decade of Transformation – A Literary Analysis Launched |
| Book Title | Indian Renaissance: The Modi Decade |
| Editor | Dr. Aishwarya Pandit |
| Publisher | Westland Non-Fiction |
| Chief Guest | Amit Shah |
| Key Contributors | 27 authors including Tony Abbott, Samir Saran, Rajiv Kumar, Robert Clark |
| Key Themes | Political stability, economic growth, global diplomacy, social transformation |
| Major Takeaways | India’s rise under Modi, governance reforms, economic advancements |
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