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प्रधानमंत्री श्री नरेन्द्र मोदी ने अनुसंधान को मानव की आत्मा के जैसा एक आत्मिक उद्यम बताया। उन्होंने कहा कि सरकार एक क्षेत्र में होने वाले अनुसंधान के अन्य क्षेत्रों में उपयोग और नवाचार को संस्थागत रूप देने के दोहरे लक्ष्य की दिशा में काम कर रही हैं। प्रधानमंत्री यहां नेशनल मेट्रोलॉजी कान्क्लेव 2021 के उद्घाटन के अवसर पर संबोधित कर रहे थे। उन्होंने इस अवसर पर वीडियो कांफ्रेंसिंग के माध्यम से नेशनल एटोमिक टाइमस्केल और भारतीय निर्देशक द्रव्य प्रणाली को भी राष्ट्र को समर्पित किया और नेशनल एंवायरनमेंटल स्टैंडर्ड लेबोरेटरी की आधारशिला भी रखी।
प्रधानमंत्री ने जानकारी के विभिन्न क्षेत्रों में अनुसंधान की महत्ता पर विस्तार से चर्चा की। उन्होंने कहा कि किसी भी प्रगतिशील समाज में अनुसंधान सिर्फ एक प्राकृतिक अभ्यास नहीं बल्कि प्राकृतिक प्रक्रिया है। उन्होंने कहा कि अनुसंधान का प्रभाव सामाजिक अथवा व्यावसायिक हो सकता है और अनुसंधान हमारी जानकारी और समझदारी का भी विस्तार करता है। उन्होंने कहा कि अनुसंधान की भावी दिशा और उसके उपयोग के साथ ही उसके अंतिम लक्ष्य के बारे में पहले से अनुमान लगा पाना हमेशा संभव नहीं हो पाता। सिर्फ एक ही चीज तय होती है, वह है कि अनुसंधान नई से नई जानकारी के आयाम खोलता है और यह कभी बेकार नहीं जाता। प्रधानमंत्री ने इस संदर्भ में जैनेटिक्स के जनक मेंदेल और निकोलस टेस्ला का उदाहरण दिया, जिनके कार्य को बहुत बाद में मान्यता मिली।
उन्होंने कहा कि बहुत बार ऐसा होता है कि अनुसंधान हमारे तात्कालिक लक्ष्यों को पूरा नहीं कर पाए, लेकिन यही अनुसंधान कुछ अन्य क्षेत्रों में बेहद महत्वपूर्ण हो सकता है। प्रधानमंत्री ने अपने इस बिंदु की व्याख्या करते हुए जगदीशचंद्र बोस का उदाहरण दिया जिनकी माइक्रोवेव थ्योरी उनके समय में व्यावसायिक दृष्टि से लाभप्रद नहीं हो सकी, लेकिन आज समूची रेडियो दूरसंचार सेवा उसी पर आधारित है। उन्होंने विश्व युद्धों के दौरान हुए अनुसंधानों का भी उदाहरण दिया जिन्होंने बाद में विभिन्न क्षेत्रों में क्रान्ति की। उदाहरण के लिए ड्रोन्स को युद्ध के लिए तैयार किया गया था लेकिन आज वे न सिर्फ फोटोशूट कर रहे हैं बल्कि सामानों को पहुंचाने का काम भी कर रहे हैं। प्रधानमंत्री ने कहा कि इसीलिए हमारे खासतौर से युवा वैज्ञानिकों को अपने क्षेत्र में किए जा रहे अनुसंधानों का उपयोग अन्य क्षेत्रों में किए जाने की संभावनाओं को तलाशना चाहिए और इसे सामने रखकर ही अपना अनुसंधान करना चाहिए।
प्रधानमंत्री ने बिजली का उदाहरण देते हुए बताया कि कैसे कोई छोटा सा अनुसंधान भी विश्व को बदल सकता है। उन्होंने कहा कि आज सब कुछ बिजली से चलता है। चाहे वह परिवहन हो, संचार हो, उद्योग हो या हमारा रोज का जीवन। इसी तरह से सेमी कंडक्टर्स जैसे आविष्कारों ने हमारे जीवन में डिजीटल क्रांति ला दी है। प्रधानमंत्री ने कहा कि हमारे युवा अनुसंधानकर्ताओं के सामने बहुत सी संभावनाएं हैं। उनके अनुसंधान और आविष्कारों से हमारा भविष्य पूरी तरह बदल सकता है।
प्रधानमंत्री ने भविष्य के लिए ईको सिस्टम बनाने के प्रयासों की भी चर्चा की। उन्होंने कहा कि भारत ग्लोबल इनोवेशन रैंकिंग में सर्वोच्च 50 देशों में शामिल हैं। इसके अलावा वह विज्ञान एवं इंजीनियरिंग पब्लिकेशंस के मामले में भी तीसरे रैंक पर हैं। इस तरह हम पाते हैं कि हमारा जोर आधारभूत अनुसंधान पर है। उद्योगों और संस्थानों के बीच समन्वय सुदृढ़ हुआ है और विश्व की बड़ी कंपनियां भारत में अपने अनुसंधान प्रकोष्ठ स्थापित कर रही हैं। हाल के वर्षों में इस तरह के अनुसंधान प्रकोष्ठों की संख्या में पर्याप्त वृद्धि हुई है।
प्रधानमंत्री ने कहा कि भारतीय युवा के लिए अनुसंधान और नवोन्मेष की संभावनाएं असीमित हैं। अत: नवोन्मेष का संस्थागत होना उतना ही महत्वपूर्ण है जितना कि नवोन्मेष खुद महत्वपूर्ण है। हमारे युवाओं को यह समझना होगा कि बौद्धिक संपदा की रक्षा कैसे की जाए। हमें यह याद रखना होगा कि हमारे जितने अधिक पेटेंट्स होंगे उतनी ही उनकी उपयोगिता होगी। उन क्षेत्रों में हमारी उपस्थिति और पहचान सुदृढ़ होगी जिनमें अनुसंधान मजबूत और नेतृत्वकारी होगा। प्रधानमंत्री ने कहा कि इससे हम एक सुदृढ़ ‘ब्रांड इंडिया’ की ओर बढ़ सकेंगे।
वैज्ञानिकों को कर्मयोगी बताते हुए प्रधानमंत्री ने प्रयोगशालाओं में उनके पूरे मनोयोग से काम में लगे रहने की प्रशंसा की और कहा कि वे 130 करोड़ भारतवासियों की उम्मीदों और आकांक्षाओं के वाहक हैं।
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.
