Shri Modi addresses panel discussion on Rurbanisation

Published By : Admin | January 8, 2013 | 18:26 IST
Quote"A fear has been created what will happen with urbanization. But we cannot stop it. So its better we see it as an opportunity: CM "
Quote"Rurbanisation is a well thought initiative. Our quest is Aatma Gaav Ki, Suvidha Sheher Ki. To preserve the spirit of the village is essential but why can’t we invigorate them with the facilities associated with the cities? Asks Shri Modi "
Quote"Gujarat has embraced the twin-city model and with this model the facilities for development will increase: Shri Modi"

On the evening of Tuesday 8th January 2013 Shri Narendra Modi addressed a panel discussion on ‘Rurbanisation: a transformative process to foster sustainable, equitable and inclusive growth.’ The programme was held as a part of 2013 Vibrant Gujarat Summit. The Chief Minister talked about the idea of Rurbanisation, of invigorating the villages with the facilities associated with the cities.

Shri Modi said he is unaware why urbanization is seen as a challenge in our nation. “A fear has been created that what will happen with it. But anyway we cannot stop it. So its better we see it as an opportunity. If we do this then the whole approach will change and in Gujarat we have accepted it as an opportunity.” 

Talking about the Rurbanisation initiative, Shri Modi pointed, “Rurbanisation is a well thought initiative. Our quest is Aatma Gaav Ki, Suvidha Sheher Ki. To preserve the spirit of the village is essential but why can’t we invigorate them with the facilities associated with the cities?”

He stressed on the need of providing basic facilities to the villages and added that the Government is working on long-distance education. He pointed out that due to Jyotigram Yojana migration to cities reduced by 33% and now the state Government is concentrating on providing broadband to the villages. He recalled that there was a time when for diamond cutting and polishing one had to leave home but that too has become history due to Jyotigram Yojana. The Chief Minister shared that Gujarat has embraced the twin-city model and added that if we take this model then the facilities for development will increase. He gave examples of Surendranagar-Wadhwan, Surat-Navsari and Bharuch-Ankleshwar. 

Shri Modi further said, “Today we are moving ahead in the direction of 6 more cities.” Giving the example of Dholera, he affirmed that it will be double the size of Delhi, 6 times Shanghai and will be a step ahead of it in terms of facilities. The Chief Minister spoke about the development taking place on the coasts of Gujarat and gave examples of Mundhra, Dahej and Hazira.

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QuoteBeti Bachao, Beti Padao has been instrumental in overcoming gender biases: PM
QuoteDistricts with historically low child sex ratios have reported significant improvements: PM

Marking 10 years of the Beti Bachao, Beti Padao movement today, the Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi remarked that it had become a transformative, people powered initiative and drawn participation from people across all walks of life. He highlighted that Beti Bachao, Beti Padao was instrumental in overcoming gender biases and empowering girl children. Shri Modi further noted that districts with historically low child sex ratios have reported significant improvements and complimented all stakeholders who have made this movement vibrant at the grassroots level.

In a thread post on X, he wrote:

“Today we mark 10 years of the #BetiBachaoBetiPadhao movement. Over the past decade, it has become a transformative, people powered initiative and has drawn participation from people across all walks of life.”

“#BetiBachaoBetiPadhao has been instrumental in overcoming gender biases and at the same time it has created the right environment to ensure that the girl child has access to education and opportunities to achieve her dreams.”

“Thanks to the dedicated efforts of the people and various community service organisations, #BetiBachaoBetiPadhao has achieved remarkable milestones. Districts with historically low child sex ratios have reported significant improvements and awareness campaigns have instilled a deeper sense of the importance of gender equality.”

“I compliment all stakeholders who have made this movement vibrant at the grassroots level. Let us continue to protect the rights of our daughters, ensure their education and create a society where they can thrive without any discrimination. Together, we can ensure that the coming years bring even greater progress and opportunity for India’s daughters. #BetiBachaoBetiPadhao”