Published By : Admin | September 25, 2013 | 14:45 IST
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"BJP is different from every other party. It has reached where it is due to the efforts of the Karyakartas: Shri LK Advani"
"Shri Rajnath Singh lauds the development work of Shri Shivraj Singh Chouhan"
"Strong speeches made by Dr. Murli Manohar Joshi, Smt. Sushma Swaraj and Shri Arun Jaitley"
"Shri Shivraj Singh Chouhan talks of development in Madhya Pradesh in last few years"
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The Karyakarta Mahakumbh was attended by the entire top brass of the BJP. From Shri LK Advani ji, Dr. Murli Manohar Joshi ji, Leaders of the Opposition in both Houses, Shri Rajnath Singh ji to all former MP CMs and state unit Presidents it was a historic gathering. The leaders also made extremely inspiring speeches where they spoke about the strengths of the BJP and took on the UPA for their failures.
Former Deputy Prime Minister of India and senior BJP leader Shri LK Advani ji said that the BJP is different from every other Party. He stated that the BJP has reached where it has due to the efforts of the Karyakartas and not only due to speeches. He lauded the development work of the BJP Chief Ministers Shri Modi, Shri Shivraj Singh Chouhan and Dr. Raman Singh.
BJP President Shri Rajnath Singh expressed confidence of the BJP winning in Madhya Pradesh. He lauded the good work of Shri Shivraj Singh Chouhan, saying that he is a Janata Sevak and not merely a Shasak. He attacked the Central government for failure to keep prices under check. Shri Rajnath Singh expressed complete confidence that Shri Narendra Modi would become the Prime Minister come 2014.
Speaking on the occasion, Dr. Murli Manohar Joshi described Shri Narendra Modi as the future Prime Minister of the country and talked about building a great India under Shri Modi’s leadership. He congratulated the BJP Madhya Pradesh Unit for the wonder Karyakarta Mahakumbh and described it as a true Sangam (confluence).
Leader of the Opposition in the Lok Sabha Smt. Sushma Swaraj stressed on the importance of taking the mind of the voters to the polling booth so that the Party can emerge victorious. She paid her tributes to Pandit Deen Dayal Upadhyaya and appreciated the work of the Karyakartas of the BJP, who make the Party win and enable it to form the Government.
Shri Arun Jaitley, the leader of the Opposition in the Rajya Sabha congratulated Shri Shivraj Singh Chouhan for the excellent work he has done and stated that the BJP will win in Madhya Pradesh for the 3rd time. He attacked the UPA for their corruption and failure to check rising prices.
Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Shri Shivraj Singh Chouhan spoke extensively about the achievements of the BJP Government in the last few years. He said that the BJP Government in Madhya Pradesh is one that walks shoulder to shoulder with the people of the state unlike the Congress, which left the state in darkness. Shri Chouhan opined that the state government is not one that is there to enjoy the frills of power but is there to serve the aspirations of the people. He came down heavily on the corruption of the Congress and even stated that the Congress had ruined the education sector of the state. Commenting on the misuse of central agencies, Shri Chouhan said that the IT agencies should rather raid the son-in-law of the UPA chairperson rather than raiding other innocent people. Shri Chouhan said that he is standing here to assure the central leadership of the BJP that there will be a hat trick victory for the BJP in MP and that the state will contribute in the defeat of the UPA at the Centre. He thanked the people of MP for the affection they have shown to him and assured there he will not compromise with the future of the youth of Madhya Pradesh.
Former BJP President Shri Venkaiah Naidu lauded Shri Shivraj Singh Chouhan for the good work and expressed hope that the BJP will win the semi-finals of 2013 and in the Lok Sabha elections thereafter. Shri Naidu shared that everywhere he goes the people are saying they want BJP and everyone is saying ‘Modi, Modi, Modi.’ He opined that the Congress lacks both Naam (a name) and Kaam (work record) to face the people.
Former Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister and Union Minister Uma Bharti ji pointed that the Karyakartas of the BJP have adorned the Virat Roop of Lord Krishna to make Shivraj ji the CM of MP and Narendra Bhai the PM of India. She expressed confidence that the mandate Shri Shivraj Singh Chouhan will get in 2013 would be bigger than in 2003 and also expressed faith that under Shri Modi India would become a true superpower where the welfare of the poor will be looked after.
BJP General Secretary Shri Ananth Kumar too expressed full confidence of a BJP victory in Madhya Pradesh under Shri Shivraj Singh Chouhan and will win the Lok Sabha elections under Shri Modi. Shri Narendra Tomar, the Madhya Pradesh BJP President delivered an insightful address as well.
All former BJP Chief Ministers of Madhya Pradesh Shri Sunderlal Patwa, Shri Kailash Joshi, Uma Bharti ji and Shri Babulal Gaur were present and also present were all former MP BJP Presidents. BJP leaders Shri Thawar Chand Gehlot, Shri Ram Lal, Gwalior MP Smt. Yashodhara Raje, Rajya Sabha MP Maya Singh ji, Rajya Sabha MP Shri Anil Dave were also present. Over 7 lakh Karyakartas from every part of Madhya Pradesh attended the Karyakarta Mahakumbh.
Text of PM Modi's address to the Indian Community in Guyana
November 22, 2024
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The Indian diaspora in Guyana has made an impact across many sectors and contributed to Guyana’s development: PM
You can take an Indian out of India, but you cannot take India out of an Indian: PM
Three things, in particular, connect India and Guyana deeply,Culture, cuisine and cricket: PM
India's journey over the past decade has been one of scale, speed and sustainability: PM
India’s growth has not only been inspirational but also inclusive: PM
I always call our diaspora the Rashtradoots,They are Ambassadors of Indian culture and values: PM
Your Excellency President Irfan Ali, Prime Minister Mark Philips, Vice President Bharrat Jagdeo, Former President Donald Ramotar, Members of the Guyanese Cabinet, Members of the Indo-Guyanese Community,
Ladies and Gentlemen,
Namaskar!
Seetaram !
I am delighted to be with all of you today.First of all, I want to thank President Irfan Ali for joining us.I am deeply touched by the love and affection given to me since my arrival.I thank President Ali for opening the doors of his home to me.
I thank his family for their warmth and kindness. The spirit of hospitality is at the heart of our culture. I could feel that, over the last two days. With President Ali and his grandmother, we also planted a tree. It is part of our initiative, "Ek Ped Maa Ke Naam", that is, "a tree for mother”. It was an emotional moment that I will always remember.
Friends,
I was deeply honoured to receive the ‘Order of Excellence’, the highest national award of Guyana. I thank the people of Guyana for this gesture. This is an honour of 1.4 billion Indians. It is the recognition of the 3 lakh strong Indo-Guyanese community and their contributions to the development of Guyana.
Friends,
I have great memories of visiting your wonderful country over two decades ago. At that time, I held no official position. I came to Guyana as a traveller, full of curiosity. Now, I have returned to this land of many rivers as the Prime Minister of India. A lot of things have changed between then and now. But the love and affection of my Guyanese brothers and sisters remains the same! My experience has reaffirmed - you can take an Indian out of India, but you cannot take India out of an Indian.
Friends,
Today, I visited the India Arrival Monument. It brings to life, the long and difficult journey of your ancestors nearly two centuries ago. They came from different parts of India. They brought with them different cultures, languages and traditions. Over time, they made this new land their home. Today, these languages, stories and traditions are part of the rich culture of Guyana.
I salute the spirit of the Indo-Guyanese community. You fought for freedom and democracy. You have worked to make Guyana one of the fastest growing economies. From humble beginnings you have risen to the top. Shri Cheddi Jagan used to say: "It matters not what a person is born, but who they choose to be.”He also lived these words. The son of a family of labourers, he went on to become a leader of global stature.
President Irfan Ali, Vice President Bharrat Jagdeo, former President Donald Ramotar, they are all Ambassadors of the Indo Guyanese community. Joseph Ruhomon, one of the earliest Indo-Guyanese intellectuals, Ramcharitar Lalla, one of the first Indo-Guyanese poets, Shana Yardan, the renowned woman poet, Many such Indo-Guyanese made an impact on academics and arts, music and medicine.
Friends,
Our commonalities provide a strong foundation to our friendship. Three things, in particular, connect India and Guyana deeply. Culture, cuisine and cricket! Just a couple of weeks ago, I am sure you all celebrated Diwali. And in a few months, when India celebrates Holi, Guyana will celebrate Phagwa.
This year, the Diwali was special as Ram Lalla returned to Ayodhya after 500 years. People in India remember that the holy water and shilas from Guyana were also sent to build the Ram Mandir in Ayodhya. Despite being oceans apart, your cultural connection with Mother India is strong.
I could feel this when I visited the Arya Samaj Monument and Saraswati Vidya Niketan School earlier today. Both India and Guyana are proud of our rich and diverse culture. We see diversity as something to be celebrated, not just accommodated. Our countries are showing how cultural diversity is our strength.
Friends,
Wherever people of India go, they take one important thing along with them. The food! The Indo-Guyanese community also has a unique food tradition which has both Indian and Guyanese elements. I am aware that Dhal Puri is popular here! The seven-curry meal that I had at President Ali’s home was delicious. It will remain a fond memory for me.
Friends,
The love for cricket also binds our nations strongly. It is not just a sport. It is a way of life, deeply embedded in our national identity. The Providence National Cricket Stadium in Guyana stands as a symbol of our friendship.
Kanhai, Kalicharan, Chanderpaul are all well-known names in India. Clive Lloyd and his team have been a favourite of many generations. Young players from this region also have a huge fan base in India. Some of these great cricketers are here with us today. Many of our cricket fans enjoyed the T-20 World Cup that you hosted this year.
Your cheers for the ‘Team in Blue’ at their match in Guyana could be heard even back home in India!
Friends,
This morning, I had the honour of addressing the Guyanese Parliament. Coming from the Mother of Democracy, I felt the spiritual connect with one of the most vibrant democracies in the Caribbean region. We have a shared history that binds us together. Common struggle against colonial rule, love for democratic values, And, respect for diversity.
We have a shared future that we want to create. Aspirations for growth and development, Commitment towards economy and ecology, And, belief in a just and inclusive world order.
Friends,
I know the people of Guyana are well-wishers of India. You would be closely watching the progress being made in India. India’s journey over the past decade has been one of scale, speed and sustainability.
In just 10 years, India has grown from the tenth largest economy to the fifth largest. And, soon, we will become the third-largest. Our youth have made us the third largest start-up ecosystem in the world. India is a global hub for e-commerce, AI, fintech, agriculture, technology and more.
We have reached Mars and the Moon. From highways to i-ways, airways to railways, we are building state of art infrastructure. We have a strong service sector. Now, we are also becoming stronger in manufacturing. India has become the second largest mobile manufacturer in the world.
Friends,
India’s growth has not only been inspirational but also inclusive. Our digital public infrastructure is empowering the poor. We opened over 500 million bank accounts for the people. We connected these bank accounts with digital identity and mobiles. Due to this, people receive assistance directly in their bank accounts. Ayushman Bharat is the world’s largest free health insurance scheme. It is benefiting over 500 million people.
We have built over 30 million homes for those in need. In just one decade, we have lifted 250 million people out of poverty. Even among the poor, our initiatives have benefited women the most. Millions of women are becoming grassroots entrepreneurs, generating jobs and opportunities.
Friends,
While all this massive growth was happening, we also focused on sustainability. In just a decade, our solar energy capacity grew 30-fold ! Can you imagine ?We have moved towards green mobility, with 20 percent ethanol blending in petrol.
At the international level too, we have played a central role in many initiatives to combat climate change. The International Solar Alliance, The Global Biofuels Alliance, The Coalition for Disaster Resilient Infrastructure, Many of these initiatives have a special focus on empowering the Global South.
We have also championed the International Big Cat Alliance. Guyana, with its majestic Jaguars, also stands to benefit from this.
Friends,
Last year, we had hosted President Irfaan Ali as the Chief Guest of the Pravasi Bhartiya Divas. We also received Prime Minister Mark Phillips and Vice President Bharrat Jagdeo in India. Together, we have worked to strengthen bilateral cooperation in many areas.
Today, we have agreed to widen the scope of our collaboration -from energy to enterprise,Ayurveda to agriculture, infrastructure to innovation, healthcare to human resources, anddata to development. Our partnership also holds significant value for the wider region. The second India-CARICOM summit held yesterday is testament to the same.
As members of the United Nations, we both believe in reformed multilateralism. As developing countries, we understand the power of the Global South. We seek strategic autonomy and support inclusive development. We prioritize sustainable development and climate justice. And, we continue to call for dialogue and diplomacy to address global crises.
Friends,
I always call our diaspora the Rashtradoots. An Ambassador is a Rajdoot, but for me you are all Rashtradoots. They are Ambassadors of Indian culture and values. It is said that no worldly pleasure can compare to the comfort of a mother’s lap.
You, the Indo-Guyanese community, are doubly blessed. You have Guyana as your motherland and Bharat Mata as your ancestral land. Today, when India is a land of opportunities, each one of you can play a bigger role in connecting our two countries.
Friends,
Bharat Ko Janiye Quiz has been launched. I call upon you to participate. Also encourage your friends from Guyana. It will be a good opportunity to understand India, its values, culture and diversity.
Friends,
Next year, from 13 January to 26 February, Maha Kumbh will be held at Prayagraj. I invite you to attend this gathering with families and friends. You can travel to Basti or Gonda, from where many of you came. You can also visit the Ram Temple at Ayodhya. There is another invite.
It is for the Pravasi Bharatiya Divas that will be held in Bhubaneshwar in January. If you come, you can also take the blessings of Mahaprabhu Jagannath in Puri. Now with so many events and invitations, I hope to see many of you in India soon. Once again, thank you all for the love and affection you have shown me.
Thank you. Thank you very much.
And special thanks to my friend Ali. Thanks a lot.
