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PM Modi campaigns in Karnataka’s Humnabad, Vijayapura and Kudachi

Published By : Admin | April 29, 2023 | 11:19 IST
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Prime Minister Narendra Modi today addressed mega public meetings in Karnataka’s Humnabad, Vijayapura and Kudachi. In the beginning of his address, the Prime Minister expressed gratitude, stating, "I consider myself fortunate to commence this election rally from the district of Bidar, where I have been blessed before as well." He emphasized that the upcoming election was not solely about winning, but about elevating Karnataka to become the top state in the nation.

Stressing the importance of comprehensive development across all regions of Karnataka, the Prime Minister said, “The state can only develop when its all parts are developed. This election will decide the role of the state and to make it number 1, double engine government is very important for the state.”

Citing achievements of Double Engine Sarkar, PM Modi said, “Foreign investment has increased thrice in the state under the BJP regime compared to the Congress regime. There is double development with double speed in the state. The meaning of Double Engine government is Double Benefit, Double Speed. Before the Double Engine government came to power, even the smallest projects would take a long time to be completed.”

“Karnataka is ready for the BJP government again. Congress had only made fake promises to the farmers and people of Karnataka. Farmers of the state have received no benefits under the Congress government,” he added.

Pointing out at the Congress party's appeasement policies, PM Modi highlighted the example of Bidri Art as evidence of the party's apathy, stating that despite the significant contributions of Shah Rashid Ahmed Qadri to the art form over many years, only now he had received recognition in the form of a Padma Award under the BJP government. The Prime Minister further criticized the Congress for failing to support the growth and development of Bidri Art, causing frustration and disappointment among its practitioners.

PM Modi strongly criticized the Congress party, noting that they had once again resorted to personal attacks against him during the current election. He went on to mention that a list had been compiled of the numerous insults that he had received from the Congress, totaling 91 instances so far. He said, “Let Congress abuse me, I will keep on working for the people of Karnataka. If the Congress had worked so hard for good governance, their current state would not be as pitiable as it is today.”

Listing out the number abuses hurled on him and other leaders, PM Modi stated, “It is a longstanding tradition of the Congress party to humiliate those who work for the betterment of the country and its people.” He further noted that he was not the only individual who had been subjected to such treatment, citing the example of Babasaheb Ambedkar, the architect of the Constitution, who had also been targeted by the Congress. The PM also pointed out that even Veer Savarkar had been subjected to abuse by the Congress.

During his second rally in Vijayapura, PM Modi discussed his government's efforts to improve the lives of thousands of Banjara people in Karnataka. He said, “Thousands of families have been given hakku patras. After getting those rights letters, Banjara mothers and sisters were seen confident that now their children will not have to be a victim of neglect, they will not have to live the life of the underprivileged.” The Prime Minister further highlighted the long-standing neglect of the Banjara and Lambani community by the Congress governments, emphasizing that his government was committed to uplifting all sections of society.

Talking about the completion of irrigation projects in the region, PM Modi said, “This is the Double Engine government of BJP which has worked on many irrigation projects here. The BJP government made provision of budget for Kalasa Banduri Project and Upper Krishna Project. Lakhs of farmers of Vijayapura are also getting benefits from the expansion and modernization of Narayanpur Left Bank Canal Project. Such work of irrigation reflects the commitment of the double engine government towards the farmers.”

PM Modi stated that the upcoming Karnataka election would be instrumental in the state's development over the next 25 years. He iterated that the BJP had a clear roadmap to achieve this goal, while the Congress lacked both a plan and the necessary enthusiasm. The Prime Minister criticized the Congress party leaders for seeking votes by focusing on their own retirement, rather than the needs of the people.

In his final public meeting of the day in Kudachi, PM Modi remarked that the BJP was dedicatedly working towards the betterment and upliftment of the poor, Banjara community, Dalits, and backward classes. In contrast, the Congress party, he noted, had no interest in their progress and development, which was why they consistently targeted him with abusive language. The Prime Minister stated that the Congress party had a history of disliking anyone who worked towards improving the lives of the underprivileged.

During his speech, PM Modi highlighted the government's initiatives and policies that have positively impacted the lives of women. He said, “Lakhs of women who previously lived in poverty have become Lakhpati Didi through the PM Awas Yojana and many have also benefited from the Ayushman Bharat scheme, which provides free healthcare up to Rs 5 lakh.”

The Prime Minister further talked about the importance of access to basic amenities like water, gas connection, and toilets, which have been made available to millions of women across the country through various campaigns. As a result, he noted, the BJP party has received the blessings and support of countless women across the country.

Highlighting the Congress’s corruption culture, PM Modi said, “The small farmers of the country have suffered the most due to the corruption culture of the Congress. Congress played loan waiver card for a long time to get votes. But the small farmers could not take loans from the banks. That's why they didn't even get the benefit of loan waiver. Congress party's modus operandi was to fill the pockets of its own people under the guise of loan waivers. This is their way of functioning. On the other hand, our government has been working towards the progress and development of farmers.”

In Kudachi, PM Modi iterated, “The BJP government took steps to empower the sugarcane farmers. The effort is that the sugarcane farmers can be paid on time. Our government achieved record production of ethanol from sugarcane in the last 9 years. Due to this, sugarcane farmers got better price. Now we are moving towards blending 20 percent ethanol in petrol. The money which used to go out of the country is now going to the farmers.”

Hitting out at the grand old party, PM Modi said that the cooperatives are a crucial source of strength for rural women and farmers. “Despite this, the Congress party did step-motherly treatment and discriminated against them. They even denied them tax exemption benefits. But our government has taken steps to ensure that the cooperative sector also gets tax exemption benefits,” he said.

The PM expressed confidence that the people of Karnataka would choose the energetic and dynamic BJP team, rather than the lethargic and jaded Congress. He further said, “Karnataka needs a stable and strong BJP government with absolute majority for rapid development. That's why everyone is saying - 'E Baria Nirdhara, Bahumatda BJP Sarkara' (It is clear, Karnataka wants full majority BJP Government).”

 

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Text of PM Modi's address to the Indian Community in Guyana
November 22, 2024
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.