The 10th Governing Council meeting of NITI Aayog commenced on May 24, 2025, in New Delhi, under the chairmanship of Prime Minister Narendra Modi. The meeting takes place amid significant political attention as several opposition Chief Ministers have joined the session at the Bharat Mandapam venue, marking a collaborative dialogue on India’s long-term development vision.

Theme and Vision: Viksit Rajya for Viksit Bharat@2047

The core theme for the meeting is ‘Viksit Rajya for Viksit Bharat@2047’, a visionary call to states and union territories to craft bold, inclusive, and long-term development plans aligned with national objectives while being rooted in their unique geographic and demographic contexts.

This approach calls for states to prepare comprehensive vision documents with time-bound targets to advance human development, economic growth, sustainability, technological progress, and governance reforms. The vision reflects India’s ambition to emerge as a developed nation by the year 2047, marking 100 years of independence.

Participation of Opposition Leaders

Several key opposition Chief Ministers attended the meeting, underscoring the inclusive nature of the deliberations. Notable attendees included:

• MK Stalin, Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu

• Bhupendra Patel, Chief Minister of Gujarat

• Mohan Charan Majhi, Chief Minister of Odisha

Their presence signals a cooperative approach across political lines to address India’s development challenges through state-led initiatives.

However, Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah was absent, citing prior engagements in Mysuru. According to sources, Siddaramaiah did not boycott the event but sent his address for the council. Details about who would present his address remain unclear.

Focus Areas and Governance Reforms

The official statement from NITI Aayog emphasized the need for data-driven governance and outcome-based transformation. It highlighted the importance of project monitoring units, ICT-enabled infrastructure, and monitoring & evaluation cells to ensure transparency, accountability, and the ability to make midcourse corrections in implementing state development plans.

States are encouraged to leverage their unique strengths and resources to contribute meaningfully to India’s development goals, including:

• Human development initiatives focusing on education, health, and social welfare.

• Economic growth driven by innovation, entrepreneurship, and investment.

• Sustainability through environmental conservation and climate resilience.

• Governance reforms aimed at improving efficiency, transparency, and citizen engagement.

Context and Historical Background

The NITI Aayog Governing Council, composed of the Prime Minister, Chief Ministers of all states and Union Territories, and key Union ministers, meets annually to discuss policy directions. The first meeting was held on February 8, 2015, setting the foundation for cooperative federalism.

Last year’s meeting took place on July 27, 2024, but saw the absence of 10 states and UTs. The 2025 session is notable as the first major gathering of PM Modi with all state CMs post Operation Sindoor, which had significant geopolitical implications.

Significance of the Meeting

The 10th Governing Council meeting reflects India’s ongoing efforts to foster cooperative federalism and a shared commitment among states to achieve the nation’s development goals by 2047. The collaborative dialogue among states and the central government aims to harmonize national priorities with state-specific realities, setting a roadmap for sustainable and inclusive growth.

Conclusion

The NITI Aayog meeting on May 24, 2025, represents a critical juncture in India’s policy landscape, reinforcing the vision of a Viksit Bharat (Developed India) driven by Viksit Rajyas (Developed States). With opposition leaders actively participating and an emphasis on accountability and data-driven reforms, the session under PM Modi’s leadership charts a promising path for India’s socio-economic transformation in the coming decades.

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