IN THE YEAR ahead, India’s voice and achievements will be heard the world over.

In December, for the first time, India assumed presidency of the G20—a grouping of wealthy, fast-growing economies that accounts for four-fifths of the world’s gross domestic product. As president, India will host 200 events across the country—an opportunity to showcase the nation’s progress in digital adoption, empowerment of women, and efforts to bring millions of low-income earners into the formal economy. To be in this position is