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[India in Spain @IndiainSpain]

Ambassador H.E. Jayant N. Khobragade arrived in Madrid today. He was received by officials from the Government of Spain and the Indian Embassy. He commenced his tenure by paying homage to the Statue of Mahatma Gandhi in Plaza Joan Miro, Madrid.

[India in Spain @IndiainSpain]

La visión de "One Earth, One Sun, One Grid" refleja el compromiso compartido de aprovechar la energía solar para construir un futuro más limpio, resiliente y sostenible para todos.

A través de la International Solar Alliance, India impulsa la cooperación internacional en energía solar, promoviendo el acceso a energía limpia y la acción climática a nivel global.

Al celebrar 12 años de logros transformadores, renovamos nuestro compromiso con un futuro verde basado en la innovación, la sostenibilidad y la colaboración internacional.

[India in Spain @IndiainSpain]

Over the past decade, India has championed transformative global initiatives for a sustainable future. The vision of "One Earth, One Sun, One Grid" reflects our collective aspiration to harness the power of the sun beyond borders and build an interconnected, resilient, and clean energy future for all.

Through the International Solar Alliance, India has worked with partners worldwide to accelerate solar energy deployment, enhance energy access, and advance climate action.
As we celebrate 12 years of transformative achievements, we reaffirm our commitment to strengthening global cooperation for a greener, more sustainable planet.

[DD India @DDIndialive]

#WATCH | India's ancient practice that promotes harmony between the mind, body, and spirit, is witnessing growing popularity across #Spain.

@moayush @IndiainSpain

#IDY2026 #YogaForHealthyAgeing #IDY #InternationalDayOfYoga2026

[India in Spain @IndiainSpain]

The inclusion of the African Union as a permanent member of the G20 during India's Presidency marked a historic step towards a more inclusive and representative global governance framework as part of 12 years of achievements.
India remains committed to amplifying the voice of the Global South and advancing partnerships based on solidarity, development and shared prosperity.

[India in Spain @IndiainSpain]

Empoderando a los socios, construyendo futuros.
A través de Líneas de Crédito concesionales, incluidas innovadoras Líneas de Crédito denominadas en rupias, así como de programas de fortalecimiento de capacidades en el marco del ITEC y de becas del ICCR, la India ha brindado a los países socios oportunidades para el crecimiento, el desarrollo de competencias y el progreso.
La cooperación de la India para el desarrollo se guía por el respeto mutuo, la cooperación basada en las necesidades de los socios y el progreso compartido.

[Randhir Jaiswal @MEAIndia]

Empowering partners, building futures.

Through concessional Lines of Credit, including innovative Rupee-denominated LoCs, capacity-building programmes under ITEC and ICCR scholarships, India has empowered partner countries with opportunities for growth, skills and development.

India's development partnership is guided by mutual respect, demand-driven cooperation and shared progress.

#12YearsOfSeva
#IndiaforGlobalGood

[India in Spain @IndiainSpain]

Con motivo del hito histórico de que el Honorable Primer Ministro @narendramodi se convierta en el Primer Ministro electo de la India con más años de servicio continuo, el Embajador escribe en Embassy Today destacando la importante transformación experimentada por el país durante estos doce años bajo el liderazgo del Honorable Primer Ministro.

https://t.co/y3ZIAvxA0w

@MEAIndia @DrSJaishankar @PIB_India @PMOIndia @AmbSibiGeorge @embassytodayes

[India in Spain @IndiainSpain]

On the historic milestone of Hon’ble Prime Minister @narendramodi becoming the longest continuously serving elected Prime Minister of India, the Ambassador writes in Embassy Today highlighting significant transformation witnessed by the country over these twelve years under the leadership of the Hon'ble Prime Minister.

https://t.co/y3ZIAvxA0w

@MEAIndia @DrSJaishankar @PMOIndia @AmbSibiGeorge @PIB_India @embassytodayes

[India in Spain @IndiainSpain]

The Indian delegation, led by the Ambassador, attended the Welcome Event of the 126th Executive Council Meeting of UN Tourism at Toledo, Spain. Brief interactions were held with Spain’s Minister of Industry and Tourism, H.E. Mr. Jordi Hereu, and UN Tourism Secretary-General, H.E. Ms. Shaikha Al Nowais. Minister Hereu emphasized that diversity is a key strength that attracts tourism worldwide. India, a member of UNTO, and has played an important role in advancing global tourism cooperation and sustainable tourism. Honourable Prime minister of India said “Our approach to tourism is based on the ancient saying ‘Atithi Devo Bhavah’ — the guest is God.”

[India in Spain @IndiainSpain]

12 years. One remarkable journey. India's rise over the last 12 years has been transformative!

Under the leadership of Hon'ble PM @narendramodi, India has strengthened its strategic capabilities, expanded its global influence and delivered outcomes for its citizens. EAM @DrSJaishankar shares his perspective in an upcoming interview. Stay tuned!

#12YearsofSewa
#IndiaforGlobalGood

@PMOIndia @MEAIndia @IndianDiplomacy @AmbSibiGeorge @mygovindia @PIB_India @airnewsalerts @DDIndialive

[India in Spain @IndiainSpain]

Los ciudadanos primero, siempre ✨️

Bajo el liderazgo del Honorable Primer Ministro @narendramodi, la trayectoria diplomática de la India durante los últimos 12 años se ha caracterizado por un firme compromiso con su pueblo, tanto dentro como fuera del país.

[India in Spain @IndiainSpain]

Citizens first, always ✨️

Under the leadership of Hon'ble Prime Minister @narendramodi,
India's diplomatic journey over the past 12 years has been marked by a strong commitment to its people, both within the country and abroad.

[India in Spain @IndiainSpain]

En los últimos 12 años, India ha sido testigo de muchas transformaciones, y el bienestar de los pobres y marginados es fundamental para ellas. Siempre nos ha inspirado Antyodaya, y nuestro esfuerzo se ha centrado en garantizar que los beneficios del desarrollo lleguen a quienes quedaron excluidos durante décadas. Desde las cuentas Jan Dhan y la Transferencia Directa de Beneficios hasta Swachh Bharat, PM Awas Yojana, Jal Jeevan Mission, Ayushman Bharat y otras iniciativas, cada una de ellas se ha guiado por el sencillo objetivo de garantizar la dignidad y las oportunidades para todas las personas.

[Narendra Modi @narendramodi]

Over the last 12 years, India has witnessed many transformations and at the core of these changes is the welfare of the poor and downtrodden. We have always been inspired by Antyodaya and our effort has always been to ensure that the benefits of development reach those who were left behind for decades. From Jan Dhan accounts and Direct Benefit Transfer to Swachh Bharat, PM Awas Yojana, Jal Jeevan Mission, Ayushman Bharat and more, every initiative has been driven by a simple objective of ensuring people have dignity and opportunity.

#12YearsOfGaribKalyan

[Narendra Modi @narendramodi]

Over the last 12 years, India has witnessed many transformations and at the core of these changes is the welfare of the poor and downtrodden. We have always been inspired by Antyodaya and our effort has always been to ensure that the benefits of development reach those who were left behind for decades. From Jan Dhan accounts and Direct Benefit Transfer to Swachh Bharat, PM Awas Yojana, Jal Jeevan Mission, Ayushman Bharat and more, every initiative has been driven by a simple objective of ensuring people have dignity and opportunity.

#12YearsOfGaribKalyan

[India in Spain @IndiainSpain]

Empoderando a los Pobres: Una Década de Transformación Inclusiva ✨

🔹En los últimos doce años, las intervenciones públicas sostenidas de la India han ampliado el acceso a servicios esenciales, reduciendo la privación en los hogares más vulnerables.

🔹Casi 250 millones de personas salieron de la pobreza multidimensional gracias a la ampliación de la asistencia social y las medidas de protección social.

🔹La cobertura de agua potable en zonas rurales aumentó de 32,3 millones de hogares en 2019 a 158,4 millones en mayo de 2026.

🔹Se construyeron más de 121,1 millones de inodoros domésticos, elevando la cobertura de saneamiento rural del 39 % en 2014 a la cobertura universal.

🔹El programa #PMUjjwalaYojana proporcionó más de 105,7 millones de conexiones gratuitas de gas licuado de petróleo (GLP), mejorando la salud de las mujeres y reduciendo la contaminación en interiores.

🔹El programa #AyushmanBharat emitió 439,3 millones de tarjetas sanitarias, ampliando el acceso a la atención médica asequible para las personas económicamente vulnerables familias.

Lea aquí: https://t.co/nn82acIF2x

[PIB India @PIB_India]

Empowering the Poor: A Decade of Inclusive Transformation ✨

🔹Over the past twelve years, India’s sustained public interventions have expanded access to essential services, reducing deprivation across underprivileged households

🔹Nearly 25 crore people escaped multidimensional poverty through expanded welfare delivery and social protection measures

🔹Rural tap water coverage increased from 3.23 crore households in 2019 to 15.84 crore by May 2026

🔹Over 12.11 crore household toilets were built, raising rural sanitation coverage from 39% in 2014 to universal coverage

🔹#PMUjjwalaYojana provided over 10.57 crore free LPG connections, improving women’s health and reducing indoor pollution

🔹#AyushmanBharat issued 43.93 crore health cards, expanding affordable healthcare access for economically vulnerable families

Read here: https://t.co/FghNHUvXb5

#12YearsOfGaribKalyan

[PIB India @PIB_India]

Empowering the Poor: A Decade of Inclusive Transformation ✨

🔹Over the past twelve years, India’s sustained public interventions have expanded access to essential services, reducing deprivation across underprivileged households

🔹Nearly 25 crore people escaped multidimensional poverty through expanded welfare delivery and social protection measures

🔹Rural tap water coverage increased from 3.23 crore households in 2019 to 15.84 crore by May 2026

🔹Over 12.11 crore household toilets were built, raising rural sanitation coverage from 39% in 2014 to universal coverage

🔹#PMUjjwalaYojana provided over 10.57 crore free LPG connections, improving women’s health and reducing indoor pollution

🔹#AyushmanBharat issued 43.93 crore health cards, expanding affordable healthcare access for economically vulnerable families

Read here: https://t.co/FghNHUvXb5

#12YearsOfGaribKalyan

[PIB India @PIB_India]

#Cabinet approved the following key decisions to strengthen road infrastructure and connectivity across 4⃣ States:

🔰 Construction of a new Coastal Highway from Rameshwar to Paradeep (part of the Coastal Highway project) in Odisha

🔰 Upgradation of the Khagaria–Purnea section of NH-31 and NH-231 to 4-lane standards in Bihar

🔰 Upgradation of sections of NH-347B in Madhya Pradesh

🔰 Widening of the Armoor–Jagtial–Mancherial section of NH-63 and the Jagtial–Karimnagar section of NH-563 to 4-lane standards in Telangana

▶️Take a look into how these projects will enhance connectivity, improve logistics efficiency, and support regional economic growth

#CabinetDecisions

[Narendra Modi @narendramodi]

Congratulations to Praggnanandhaa for this remarkable feat!

This is indeed an incredible milestone that highlights his continued excellence.

My best wishes to him for his future endeavours.

@rpraggnachess

[Narendra Modi @narendramodi]

Congratulations to the Indian Women’s Football Team on winning the SAFF Women’s Championship 2026. They have played excellently through the tournament. This will encourage more youngsters to play football in the coming times. Best wishes to the team for their future endeavours.

[India in Spain @IndiainSpain]

El Embajador asistió a la Ceremonia de Bienvenida a Su Santidad el Papa León XIV en el Palacio Real de Madrid, celebrada con motivo de su visita a España. En su discurso, Su Santidad subrayó la importancia de la inclusión de los más vulnerables, la alfabetización digital y la necesidad de que la investigación y la industria promuevan la justicia y la paz. Asimismo, destacó la necesidad de un compromiso con el derecho internacional y el multilateralismo para la paz y la solidaridad entre las naciones.

El Honorable Primer Ministro @narendramodi y Su Santidad el Papa León XIV comparten la visión de que la Inteligencia Artificial debe seguir centrada en el ser humano, ser ética y estar orientada al bienestar de todos.

[India in Spain @IndiainSpain]

The Ambassador attended the Welcome Ceremony for His Holiness Pope Leo XIV at the Royal Palace in Madrid, held on the occasion of the visit of His Holiness to Spain. In his address, His Holiness underscored the importance of inclusion of the most vulnerable, digital literacy and ensuring that research and industry advance justice and peace. He also highlighted the need for a commitment to international law and multilateralism for peace and solidarity among nations.

Hon'ble PM @narendramodi and His Holiness Pope Leo XIV share a common vision that Aritificial Intelligence must remain human-centric, ethical and directed towards welfare for all.