2019  

BR Shetty, before a billionaire with an estimated worth of Rs 18,000 crore, suffered an unbelievable decline following allegations of financial misconduct claims in 2019. Forced to give up his company at a fraction of its value.

India Employment Report 2024 published by the International Labour Organisation (ILO) and the Institute of Human Development (IHD) revealed that in 2022, 83% of Indian youth were unemployed. The unemployment rate saw a rise between 2000 and 2019; however, employment among youth declined globally during the Covid years. 

cVIGIL app is an Android application, launched by ECI, which is designed to empower ordinary citizens to report violations of the Model Code of Conduct during the election period.

The Consumer Protection Act, 2019 guarantees 6 consumer rights. Learn more about these rights to prevent unethical and illegal trade practices and spread awareness. 

The initiative ‘Jal Jeevan Mission: Har Ghar Jal’ was launched on 15 August 2019. The project achieved a significant feat on 7 March 2024, with tap water reaching 75 percent of households across the country.

The net worth of Aryaman Birla, who joined the Rajasthan Royals in 2018 for a nominal amount, stands out at an estimated Rs 70,000 crore. Aryaman, the son of Kumaramangalam Birla, took a break from cricket in 2019 due to mental stress and later ventured into business

The Union Home Ministry issued an FAQ addressing concerns about the CAA, clarifying that it does not target Muslims or seek to repatriate illegal immigrants based on religion. 

Dr Kamini Singh embarked on her journey in the year 2019. With the support and hard work of farmers, she was able to register her endeavour as an FPO. Today, her company named Dr Moringa has three outlets in Lucknow. The establishment boasts a turnover of Rs 1.25 crore and works with 750 farmers.

Ganesh Baraiya did not lose hope when rejected admission to medical college due to his small stature. He fought against the odds, got admitted in 2019, and has completed his MBBS. 

In recognition of the innovative solution, the Infosys Foundation awarded Karibasappa the Aarohan Award in 2019. The ‘solar insect trap’ serves as a natural insect killer, significantly reducing the need for pesticides in the fields by 70 to 80 percent.

Pradhan Mantri Kusum Yojana was launched in March 2019 by the Central government and the Uttar Pradesh government. Under this scheme, farmers will receive subsidies on the purchase of solar pumps.

Hemant Soren is an Indian politician and a member of Jharkhand Mukti Morcha. He was honoured with the ‘Champions of Change Award’ by the President of India on 20 January 2020, in recognition of his exceptional work for Dumka and Barhait constituency in the year 2019.

Muskan Jindal, hailing from Solan, Himachal Pradesh, managed to clear the UPSC 2019 exams and achieved an impressive All India Rank of 87, securing the position of IFS officer. With her remarkable success, she brought immense pride to her hometown.

Manohar Parrikar, an alumnus of IIT Bombay, was an engineering graduate. He served as the Chief Minister of Goa until his passing on 17 March 2019. Arvind Kejriwal, the leader of the Aam Aadmi Party and the current CM of Delhi, studied mechanical engineering at IIT Kharagpur. He pursued civil services and became an IAS officer in 1993.

The Model Code of Conduct is a set of rules and guidelines established by the Election Commission to ensure the fair and free conduct of elections. It monitors the actions of political parties, candidates, and the ruling party during the elections.