Daijiworld Media Network - New Delhi

New Delhi, Dec 28: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday described 2025 as a landmark year for India, highlighting achievements in national security, sports, and scientific innovation during his monthly 'Mann Ki Baat' address.

Modi mentioned Operation Sindoor, under which the Indian armed forces successfully destroyed terror infrastructure and security bases in Pakistan.

“2025 was a year of proud milestones for India. Whether in national security, sports, scientific innovation or on the world's biggest platforms, India's impact was visible everywhere,” he said.

The Prime Minister also celebrated India’s sporting triumphs, noting that the men’s cricket team clinched the ICC Champions Trophy while the women’s team won the World Cup for the first time. Indian women further made history by winning the Women’s Blind T20 World Cup.

The tricolour soared with pride after a dominant victory in the Asia Cup T20, and para-athletes brought home a rich haul of medals at the World Championships.

On the scientific front, Modi noted India’s significant strides in space exploration, highlighting that Shubhanshu Shukla became the first Indian to reach the International Space Station, marking a historic milestone in the nation’s space journey.