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Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma praised PM Modi's leadership as India's social protection coverage skyrocketed to 64.3%. The International Labour Organisation confirmed this 45% surge over the past decade now benefits 94 crore Indians. Union Minister Mansukh Mandaviya showcased India's welfare schemes at the global labor conference. ILO officially recognized India as the world's second-largest social protection provider under Modi's governance.

Key Points: Assam CM Sarma Hails Modi as India's Social Protection Hits 64.3%

  • India's social protection jumps 45% in a decade
  • ILO ranks India 2nd globally with 94 crore beneficiaries
  • Assam CM credits Modi's pro-poor policies
  • Union Minister Mandaviya highlights welfare schemes at ILC
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Phenomenal achievement under PM Modi's leadership, says Assam CM as social protection soars to 64.3 per cent

India's social protection coverage surges from 19% to 64.3% under PM Modi, covering 94 crore citizens as ILO praises welfare policies.

"This is a phenomenal achievement by Bharat under Modi's stellar vision - Himanta Biswa Sarma"

Guwahati, June 12

Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma called it a 'phenomenal achievement' under Prime Minister Narendra Modi's leadership, as India's social protection coverage for the poor rose from 19 per cent in 2015 to 64.3 per cent in 2025, according to the latest data from the International Labour Organisation.

In a post on X, Himanta Biswa Sarma wrote,"This is a phenomenal achievement by Bharat under Adarniya Shri@narendramodiJi's stellar vision."

https://x.com/himantabiswa/status/1932836419644653702

"In the last 10 years, social protection coverage, i.e., protecting the poor from unforeseen events has surged to 64.3% from 19%, reaffirming the Govt's pro-poor commitment," the post reads.

India has achieved a milestone in the realm of social protection coverage, recording one of the most significant expansions globally. According to the latest data from the International Labour Organisation's (ILO) ILOSTAT database, India's social security coverage has increased from 19 per cent in 2015 to 64.3 per cent in 2025, an unprecedented 45 percentage point surge over the past decade.

While holding a bilateral discussion with the Director General, ILO, Gilbert F Houngbo on the sidelines of the International Labour Conference (ILC), Union Minister of Labour and Employment and Youth Affairs and Sports, Mansukh Mandaviya, highlighted the pro-poor and labour welfare schemes undertaken by the Modi Government over the past 11 years.

According to an official release, Union Minister also apprised DG ILO about the national-level Social Protection Data Pooling Exercise that has been carried out by the Government in collaboration with the International Labour Organisation, a release said.

Recognising these efforts, ILO acknowledged India's achievement and officially published on its dashboard that 64.3 per cent of India's population, i.e. over 94 crore people, are now covered under at least one social protection benefit. In 2015, this figure was just 19 per cent.

In terms of beneficiary count, India now ranks second in the world, providing social protection to around 94 crore citizens. DG ILO praised India's focused welfare policies for the poor and labour class under Prime Minister Narendra Modi's leadership.

- ANI

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Rahul K.
This is truly impressive progress! The numbers speak for themselves - from 19% to 64% coverage in just 10 years is no small feat. Schemes like Ayushman Bharat and PM Kisan have made real differences in rural Assam where I live. Hope this momentum continues! 🇮🇳
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Priya M.
While the expansion is commendable, I wonder about the quality of implementation. My aunt in Bihar still struggles to access her pension benefits despite being enrolled. More focus needed on last-mile delivery rather than just enrollment numbers.
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Arjun S.
The digital infrastructure like JAM trinity (Jan Dhan-Aadhaar-Mobile) has been game-changer for these schemes. No more middlemen taking cuts from poor people's benefits. Direct benefit transfer is transparent and efficient. Kudos to the team behind this!
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Sunita R.
As a school teacher in UP, I've seen how schemes like Ujjwala and Swachh Bharat have transformed my students' lives. Healthier children = better learning outcomes. This is what real development looks like! 👏
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Vikram J.
The numbers are good but let's not forget inflation has eroded purchasing power. What good is coverage if benefits don't match rising costs? Government should index social security payments to inflation like developed countries do.
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Neha P.
My grandmother gets her pension on time every month through DBT. She calls it her 'Modi ki den' (Modi's gift). Whether you support the party or not, you can't deny these schemes have brought dignity to millions of elderly citizens.

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