സമുദ്രങ്ങൾ ലോകത്തിന്റെ പൊതുവായ പൈതൃകവും അന്താരാഷ്ട്ര വ്യാപാരത്തിന്റെ ജീവനാഡിയുമാണ്: പ്രധാനമന്ത്രി മോദി
സമുദ്ര തർക്കങ്ങൾ സമാധാനപരമായും അന്താരാഷ്ട്ര നിയമത്തിന്റെ അടിസ്ഥാനത്തിലും ആയിരിക്കണം: പ്രധാനമന്ത്രി മോദി
ഇതര സംഘടനകൾ സൃഷ്ടിക്കുന്ന പ്രകൃതി ദുരന്തങ്ങളും സമുദ്ര ഭീഷണികളും ആഗോള സമൂഹം ഒരുമിച്ച് നേരിടണം: പ്രധാനമന്ത്രി
Excellencies,
Maritime Security पर इस अहम चर्चा में जुड़ने के लिए आप सभी का धन्यवाद। मैं Secretary General के सकारात्मक संदेश और U.N.O.D.C. की Executive Director द्वारा briefing के लिए आभार व्यक्त करता हूँ। Democratic Republic of Congo के राष्ट्रपति ने African Union के अध्यक्ष के रूप में अपना संदेश दिया। मैं विशेष रूप से उनका आभारी हूँ। मैं रूस के राष्ट्रपति, केन्या के राष्ट्रपति, और वियतनाम के प्रधानमंत्री की उपस्थिति के लिए भी ह्रदय से आभार व्यक्त करता हूँ।
Excellencies,
समंदर हमारी साझा धरोहर हैं। हमारे समुद्री रास्ते international trade की लाइफ लाइन हैं। और, सबसे बड़ी बात यह है कि ये समंदर हमारे Planet के भविष्य के लिए बहुत महत्वपूर्ण हैं। लेकिन हमारी इस साझा समुद्री धरोहर को आज कई प्रकार की चुनौतियों का सामना करना पड़ रहा है। पायरेसी और आतंकवाद के लिए समुद्री रास्तों का दुरूपयोग हो रहा है। अनेक देशों के बीच maritime disputes हैं। और climate change तथा प्राकृतिक आपदाएं भी maritime domain से जुड़े विषय हैं। इस व्यापक संदर्भ में, अपनी साझा सामुद्रिक धरोहर के संरक्षण और उपयोग के लिए हमें आपसी समझ और सहयोग का एक framework बनाना चाहिए। ऐसा framework कोई भी देश अकेले नहीं बना सकता। यह एक साझा प्रयत्न से ही साकार हो सकता है। इसी सोच के साथ हम इस महत्वपूर्ण विषय को सुरक्षा परिषद के समक्ष ले कर आए हैं। मुझे पूरा विश्वास है कि आज की High Level चर्चा से विश्व को maritime security के मुद्दे पर मार्गदर्शन मिलेगा।
Excellencies,
इस मंथन को structure देने के लिए मैं आप के समक्ष पांच मूलभूत सिद्धांत रखना चाहूँगा। पहला सिद्धांत: हमें legitimate maritime trade से barriers हटाने चाहिए। हम सभी की समृद्धि maritime trade के सक्रिय flow पर निर्भर है। इसमें आई अड़चनें पूरी वैश्विक अर्थव्यवस्था के लिए चुनौती हो सकती हैं। Free maritime trade भारत की सभ्यता के साथ अनादि काल से जुड़ा हुआ है। हजारों वर्ष पहले, सिंधु घाटी सभ्यता का लोथल बंदरगाह समुद्री व्यापार से जुड़ा हुआ था। प्राचीन समय के स्वतंत्र maritime माहौल में ही भगवान बुद्ध का शांति संदेश विश्व में फैल पाया। आज के संदर्भ में भारत ने इसी खुले और inclusive एथोस के आधार पर SAGAR – Security and Growth for All in the Region – का vision परिभाषित किया है। इस vision के जरिये हम अपने क्षेत्र में maritime security का एक inclusive ढांचा बनाना चाहते हैं। यह विजन एक Safe, Secure और Stablemaritimedomain का है। Free maritime trade के लिए यह भी आवश्यक है, कि हम एक दूसरे के नाविकों के अधिकारों का पूरा सम्मान करें। दूसरा सिद्धांत: maritime disputes का समाधान शांतिपूर्ण और अंतर्राष्ट्रीय कानून के आधार पर ही होना चाहिए। आपसी trust और confidence के लिए यह अति आवश्यक है। इसी माध्यम से हम वैश्विक शान्ति और स्थिरता सुनिश्चित कर सकते हैं। भारत ने इसी समझ और maturity के साथ अपने पड़ोसी देश बांग्लादेश के साथ अपनी maritime boundary को सुलझाया है। तीसरा सिद्धांत: हमें प्राकृतिक आपदाओं और non-state actors द्वारा पैदा किए गए maritime threats का मिल कर सामना करना चाहिए। इस विषय पर क्षेत्रीय सहयोग बढ़ाने के लिए भारत ने कई कदम लिए हैं। Cyclone, सुनामी और प्रदूषण संबंधित समुद्री आपदाओं में हम फर्स्ट रेसपोंडर रहे हैं। पायरेसी को रोकने के लिए भारतीय नौसेना 2008 से हिन्द महासागर में पैट्रोलिंग कर रही है। भारत का White Shipping Information फ्यूजन केंद्र हमारे क्षेत्र में साझा maritime डोमेन awareness बढ़ा रहा है। हमने कई देशों को Hydrographic Survey Support और समुद्री सुरक्षा में प्रशिक्षण दिया है। हिन्द महासागर में भारत की भूमिका एक Net Security Provider के रूप में रही है। चौथा सिद्धांत: हमें maritime environment और maritime resources को संजो कर रखना होगा। जैसा कि हम जानते हैं, Oceans का climate पर सीधा impact होता है। और इसलिए, हमें अपने maritime environment को plastics और oil spills जैसे प्रदूषण से मुक्त रखना होगा। और over-fishing और marine poaching (पोचिंग) के खिलाफ साझा कदम उठाने होंगे। साथ ही, हमें ocean science में भी सहयोग बढ़ाना चाहिए। भारत ने एक महत्वकांक्षी "Deep Ocean Mission” launch किया है। हमने sustainable fishing को प्रोत्साहन देने के लिए भी कई पहले ली हैं। पांचवा सिद्धांत: हमें responsible maritime connectivity को प्रोत्साहन देना चाहिए। यह तो स्पष्ट है कि समुद्री व्यापार को बढ़ाने के लिए infrastructure का निर्माण आवश्यक है। लेकिन, ऐसे infrastructure projects के development में देशों की फिस्कल sustainability और absorption capacity को ध्यान में रखना होगा। इसके लिए हमें उचित वैश्विक norms और standards बनाने चाहिए।
Excellencies,
मुझे विश्वास है इन पांच सिद्धांतों के आधार पर maritime security cooperation का एक वैश्विक roadmap बन सकता है। आज की open डिबेट की उच्च और सक्रिय भागीदारी यह दिखाती है कि यह विषय सुरक्षा परिषद के सभी सदस्यों के लिए महत्वपूर्ण है। इसके साथ, मैं एक बार फिर आप की उपस्थिति के लिए आपका आभार व्यक्त करता हूँ।
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.
