Amitabh Kant Steps Down After 45-Year Leadership Journey
Key Ideas
  • Amitabh Kant concludes a distinguished 45-year career in Indian government service, expressing gratitude to Prime Minister Modi for the trust and highlighting his intention to explore new opportunities.
  • During his tenure, Kant played a crucial role in leading India's prestigious G20 Presidency in 2023, emphasizing inclusive development, global equity, and welcoming the African Union as a permanent G20 member.
  • As CEO of NITI Aayog, he spearheaded vital initiatives like the Aspirational Districts Programme, Atal Innovation Mission, and Green Hydrogen Mission, positioning India as a global leader in innovation and climate action.
  • His contributions also include driving economic reforms through initiatives like Ease of Doing Business, Make in India, and Startup India, leading to a significant leap in India's World Bank rankings.
Amitabh Kant, a prominent figure in Indian governance, bid farewell after an illustrious 45-year career. Kant expressed gratitude to Prime Minister Narendra Modi for his trust and announced his decision to explore new opportunities. His leadership during India's G20 Presidency in 2023 was instrumental in achieving a historic consensus on the New Delhi Leaders' Declaration, focusing on inclusive development and global equity. Under his guidance, India welcomed the African Union as a permanent G20 member, reaffirming its commitment to the Global South. Kant's tenure as CEO of NITI Aayog saw the inception of transformative initiatives like the Aspirational Districts Programme, Atal Innovation Mission, and Green Hydrogen Mission, positioning India as a leader in innovation and climate action. His efforts in driving economic reforms, including the Ease of Doing Business and Make in India initiatives, significantly boosted India's global rankings. Kant's journey, starting with campaigns like 'God's Own Country' and 'Incredible India,' resonated globally, especially in the tourism sector. As he bids farewell, Kant thanked key ministers and colleagues, pledging to continue contributing to India's development through enterprise, academia, and think tanks.
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