Amidst the ongoing political turmoil in the country over the Women’s Reservation Bill, Prime Minister Narendra Modi will address the nation tonight at 8:30 pm. This will be his first address in 2026. According to sources, in the cabinet meeting he accused the opposition of not supporting the women’s reservation bill and working against women’s rights. In such a situation, know when PM Modi addressed the country and what major decisions were taken.
tradition of impromptu address
Prime Minister Narendra Modi has often been addressing the nation suddenly. Many times, in his addresses, decisions have been taken that shocked the country, which had an impact on everything from economy to national security.
2016: Historic decision of demonetization
On 8 November 2016, PM Modi announced the demonetization of 500 and 1000 rupee notes. The objective of this decision was said to be to curb black money, fake notes and corruption. This is counted among the biggest economic decisions of the country.
2016: Announcements for the poor and farmers
On 31 December 2016, just before the New Year, the Prime Minister announced several welfare schemes for the poor and farmers, in an attempt to provide relief to the rural and weaker sections.
2019: Anti-satellite missile success
On 27 March 2019, India successfully tested anti-satellite missile. After this, PM Modi addressed the nation and underlined India’s growing strength and technical capability in the defense sector.
2019: Address on removal of Article 370
On August 8, 2019, the Prime Minister addressed the nation after the decision to remove Article 370 from Jammu and Kashmir. He described this step as necessary for national unity and development.
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2019: Appeal for peace after Ayodhya verdict
After the Supreme Court’s Ayodhya verdict on 9 November 2019, PM Modi appealed to the countrymen to maintain peace, harmony and unity.
2020: Covid-19 and Janata Curfew
On March 19, 2020, during the Corona epidemic, the Prime Minister appealed for public curfew and called for respect for frontline workers.
2020: Nationwide lockdown announced
On March 24, 2020, PM Modi announced the implementation of lockdown across the country, which was the biggest step to fight the pandemic.
2020: Economic package of Rs 20 lakh crore
On May 12, 2020, the Prime Minister announced an economic package of Rs 20 lakh crore under the ‘Self-reliant India Campaign’, through which an attempt was made to strengthen the economy.
2021: Announcement of free vaccination
On June 7, 2021, PM Modi announced free COVID-19 vaccine for all adults and centralized the vaccination drive.
2021: Withdrawal of farmer laws
On November 19, 2021, after prolonged protests, the Prime Minister announced the withdrawal of all three agricultural laws, in an attempt to reduce political and social tension.
Recent Addresses: Focus on Security and Development
In recent addresses, the Prime Minister strongly condemned terrorism during the India-Pakistan tension. Apart from this, in his speech on August 15, he emphasized on issues like Operation Sindoor, Space Mission and Self-reliant India.
Why is today’s address important?
Today’s address is being given amidst the political atmosphere created on the Women’s Reservation Bill, due to which it is expected to be very important. Now it will be interesting to see what big message or decision the Prime Minister gives in his address regarding women’s reservation and conflict with the opposition.