Viksit Bharat Ambassadors in Mumbai convened at the National Stock Exchange in Bandra, Mumbai, for an interesting gathering. The meetup drew an audience of over 300 eminent industrialists, healthcare professionals, chartered accountants, and professionals, including representatives from the vibrant start-up community of the EDGE platform and esteemed members of the film fraternity.
Shri. Ashwini Vaishnaw, Union Cabinet Minister, Government of India, addressed at the event Viksit Bharat – Viksit Mumbai. He also rang the #NSEBell along with our Chief Business Development Officer, Shri Sriram Krishnan, Viksit Bharat team and NSE officials at our exchange… pic.twitter.com/CSAh343u0Y
— NSE India (@NSEIndia) May 17, 2024
The event, graced by the esteemed presence of Sh. Ashwini Vaishnaw, Union Minister for Railways, Communications, and IT, was marked by insightful discussions and interactions to foster growth and innovation in Mumbai's entrepreneurial ecosystem. Before the public proceedings, Sh. Vaishnaw engaged in private meetings with leading entrepreneurs and representatives from the film industry, urging them to actively participate in the democratic process by exercising their voting rights.
During his address, Sh. Vaishnaw provided a comprehensive overview of the transformative journey of India's railways and telecommunications sectors. He emphasized the government's commitment to driving sustainable development and connectivity across the nation, and highlighted the ongoing efforts to enhance mobile network infrastructure, including installing 5G mobile towers, to meet the evolving needs of India's digital economy.
Maharashtra: Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw discusses the development of the mobile network and the installation of 5G mobile towers in India at Viksit Bharat - Viksit Mumbai pic.twitter.com/A7i8C60QeO
— IANS (@ians_india) May 16, 2024
Furthermore, Sh. Vaishnaw announced plans to establish three additional corridors for high-speed trains, underscoring the government's vision to revolutionize the country's transportation infrastructure and facilitate faster, more efficient connectivity between major cities.
Maharashtra: "Three more corridors for high-speed trains will be established," says Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw at Viksit Bharat - Viksit Mumbai pic.twitter.com/EYjGoBczwZ
— IANS (@ians_india) May 16, 2024
Minister of Communications, IT, and Railways Ashwini Vaishnaw expressed optimism about India's potential to become one of the top seven semiconductor manufacturers globally within the next five to six years. He highlighted the rapid development in the semiconductor industry in India and cited the extension of fiscal support to several projects, including those by Micron, Tata Electronics, and CG Power, in partnership with Renesas. Vaishnaw emphasized the significance of India's semiconductor subsidy scheme and predicted that global brands would soon integrate chips made in India into their products.
Regarding manufacturing as a pivotal aspect of Prime Minister Narendra Modi's "Viksit Bharat" vision, Vaishnaw stressed the importance of bringing high-quality jobs to young Indians through initiatives like the production-linked incentive scheme. He responded to concerns about Indian consumers' preference for Chinese smartphones by advocating for a shift towards export-led growth, citing Apple's substantial exports of iPhones from India as evidence of the country's potential in the global market.
The Viksit Bharat Ambassador event was attended by prominent figures, including filmmaker Subhash Ghai and actor-turned-politician Shekhar Suman. Residents, such as Akanksha Rathi and Naresh Ojha, echoed pride in India's economic growth and praised the government's initiatives for bringing about positive changes in infrastructure and governance.
Renowned Indian film director Subhash Ghai expressed optimism about India's developmental trajectory under Prime Minister Narendra Modi's leadership. Ghai supported PM Modi's continued leadership for a third term, citing his track record of inclusive governance and development.
#WATCH | Mumbai: On the Viksit Bharat Ambassador program, Indian film director Subhash Ghai says, "Every citizen has a hope that India will develop. Commerce, technology and art, all of it come under Viksit Bharat... PM Modi should be the PM for the third time. He has performed… pic.twitter.com/0pXVdn1x4H
— ANI (@ANI) May 16, 2024
NO PROJECTION SCREEN-NO PPT - all datas spoken vocally 4non stop two hrs mere on his memory amazed audience when union minster ASHWINI VAISHNAVA spoke in mumbai on technical achievements by MODI GOVT
— Subhash Ghai (@SubhashGhai1) May 16, 2024
convinced everyone that MODI GOVT is leading India as a world class nation🇮🇳 pic.twitter.com/VpBhdrpfo0
Actor Shekhar Suman echoed similar sentiments, urging citizens to exercise their voting rights and highlighting the significant strides made under PM Modi's leadership for the country's development.
Maharashtra, Viksit Bharat - Viksit Mumbai: Actor Shekhar Suman urges voters to exercise their voting rights. "People are aware of what the PM has done for the development of the country," he added pic.twitter.com/f15szsiJcD
— IANS (@ians_india) May 16, 2024
In his closing remarks, Sh. Vaishnaw reflected on India's resilience and stability amidst the challenges posed by the COVID-19 pandemic, applauding the nation's efforts in maintaining steady economic growth and emerging as a beacon of hope amidst global uncertainties.
#WATCH | At Viksit Bharat Ambassador meet in Mumbai, Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw says, "When COVID struck, countries across the world applied their own strategy. Recession happened everywhere...It was really uncertain times. Amid such uncertainties, in such difficult times,… pic.twitter.com/uP0iJBZh8H
— ANI (@ANI) May 16, 2024
The Vision of Viksit Bharat: 140 crore dreams, 1 purpose
The Viksit Bharat Ambassador movement aims to encourage citizens to take responsibility for contributing to India's development. VBA meet-ups and events are being organized in various parts of the country to achieve this goal. These events provide a platform for participants to engage in constructive discussions, exchange ideas, and explore practical strategies for contributing to the movement.
Join the movement on the NaMo App:
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The NaMo App: Bridging the Gap
Prime Minister Narendra Modi's app, the NaMo App, is a digital bridge that empowers citizens to participate in the Viksit Bharat Ambassador movement. The NaMo App serves as a one-stop platform for individuals to:
Join the cause: Sign up and become a Viksit Bharat Ambassador and make 10 other people
Amplify Development Stories: Access updates, news, and resources related to the movement.
Create/Join Events: Create and discover local events, meet-ups, and volunteer opportunities.
Connect/Network: Find and interact with like-minded individuals who share the vision of a developed India.
The 'VBA Event' section in the 'Onground Tasks' tab of the 'Volunteer Module' of the NaMo App allows users to stay updated with the ongoing VBA events.