Jammu, May 23 -- Bharatiya Janata Party Jammu and Kashmir on Saturday welcomed the completion of 12 years of the government led by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, describing the period as a milestone in India's development, governance and welfare journey.

In a statement, BJP J&K spokesperson Parimoksh Seth said that since assuming office in May 2014, the Narendra Modi-led government has focused on empowering the poor, strengthening the economy, improving infrastructure, enhancing transparency and boosting India's global standing and internal security.

Seth said several flagship welfare initiatives launched during the past 12 years have transformed the lives of millions across the country, including Pradhan Mantri Jan Dhan Yojana, Ayushman B...