Honouring Atal Bihari Vajpayee's legacy of good governance on his 100th Birthday
India TodayGood Governance Day is observed annually on December 25 in India to honour the birth anniversary of former Prime Minister Atal Bihari Vajpayee and promote the importance of governance that serves citizens effectively and transparently. ORIGINS AND SIGNIFICANCE Good Governance Day was established to highlight Vajpayee’s legacy of democratic values, inclusive policies, and visionary leadership. OBJECTIVES OF GOOD GOVERNANCE DAY Promote awareness about the need for good governance in public administration. CELEBRATING ATAL BIHARI VAJPAYEE’S LEGACY Golden quadrilateral project Transforming India’s road infrastructure Transforming India’s road infrastructure Economic reforms Liberalising the economy and boosting industrial growth Liberalising the economy and boosting industrial growth Nuclear tests in 1998 Established India as a nuclear power while emphasising peace Good Governance Day serves as a reminder of the importance of ethical, transparent, and citizen-centric governance.