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Guten Abend!

Namaskar to all the attendees of the Stuttgart News9 Global Summit!

Minister Winfried, my colleague from the cabinet Jyotiraditya Scindia, and all the distinguished ladies and gentlemen present at this summit!

Today, a new chapter is being added to the Indo-German Partnership. India's TV-9 has organized this summit in collaboration with VfB Stuttgart and Baden-Württemberg here in Germany. I am pleased that an Indian media group is making efforts to connect with Germany and its people in this age of information. This initiative will provide a platform for mutual understanding between the people of Bharat and Germany. I am also delighted that the English news channel News-9 is being launched.

Friends,

The theme of this summit is "India-Germany: A Roadmap for Sustainable Growth." This theme symbolizes the responsible partnership between the two nations. Over the past two days, you have engaged in very positive discussions, not only on economic issues but also on topics related to sports and entertainment.

Friends,

Europe is a crucial strategic region for Bharat, both from the perspective of geopolitical relations and trade and investment. Germany is one of our most important partners. Indo-German Strategic Partnership marks 25 years in 2024, making this year a historic and special milestone for the partnership. Just last month, Chancellor Scholz visited Bharat for the third time. For the first time in 12 years, the Asia-Pacific Conference of German Businesses was held in New Delhi. During this conference, Germany released the Focus on India document and the Skilled Labour Strategy for India. This is the first country-specific strategy developed by Germany.

Friends,

Although the India-Germany Strategic Partnership is 25 years old, our cultural and intellectual ties go back centuries. The first Sanskrit grammar book in Europe was authored by a German. Germany became the first European country to publish books in Tamil and Telugu, thanks to two German merchants. Today, approximately 300,000 Indians live in Germany. About 50,000 Indian students are enrolled in German universities, making them the largest group of foreign students here. Another aspect of Bharat-Germany relations is seen in Bharat. Over 1,800 German companies operate in Bharat, investing around $15 billion in the past three to four years. The bilateral trade between the two countries stands at about $34 billion, and I am confident this will grow in the coming years. This belief stems from the steadily strengthening partnership between Bharat and Germany in recent years.

Friends,

Today, Bharat is the world's fastest-growing large economy. Every nation aspires to partner with Bharat for its growth. Germany's Focus on India document is a significant example of this. This document reflects how the entire world is acknowledging Bharat’s strategic importance. This change in perception is a result of Bharat’s mantra of Reform, Perform, Transform pursued over the past decade. Bharat has implemented new policies across all sectors to prepare for rapid 21st-century growth. We eliminated red tape, improved the ease of doing business, and reduced over 30,000 compliances. Bharat has strengthened the banking system to provide affordable and timely capital for development. We simplified the tax system with an efficient GST framework and created a progressive and stable policy-making environment to foster business growth. Today, Bharat has laid a solid foundation upon which the grand edifice of a ‘Viksit Bharat’ (Developed India) will be built, and Germany will remain a trusted partner in this journey.

Friends,

Manufacturing and engineering have been pivotal in Germany's development journey. Bharat, too, is moving towards becoming a major manufacturing hub globally. Manufacturers joining the ‘Make in India’ initiative are being incentivized with production-linked incentives. I'm pleased to share that our manufacturing landscape has transformed significantly. Today, Bharat is one of the leading nations in mobile and electronics manufacturing. Today, Bharat is the largest two-wheeler manufacturer, the second-largest in steel and cement, and the fourth-largest in four-wheelers. Bharat’s semiconductor industry is also poised to make its mark globally. This progress has been driven by consistent policies and new decisions focused on infrastructure improvement, logistics cost reduction, ease of doing business, and stable governance. A nation's rapid development requires investments in physical, social, and digital infrastructure, and Bharat is advancing on all these fronts. Today the world is seeing the impact of our investment and innovation on digital technology. Bharat is a country with the most unique digital public infrastructure in the world.

Friends,

There are numerous German companies in Bharat today, and I invite them to expand their investments. I also extend an invitation to German companies yet to establish a base in Bharat. As I mentioned during the Asia-Pacific Conference of German companies in Delhi, this is the right time to partner with Bharat. Bharat’s dynamism combined with Germany's precision, Germany's engineering paired with Bharat’s innovation—this synergy should be our collective goal. As one of the world's ancient civilizations, we have always welcomed people from across the globe and made them part of its journey. I invite you to join us in building a prosperous future for the world.

Thank you!

Danke!

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Namaskar!

My cabinet colleagues, other dignitaries from across the country, and my young friends!

I returned from Kuwait late last night. There, I had an extensive meeting with Indian youth and professionals, engaging in meaningful discussions. Now, upon my return, my very first programme is with the youth of our nation—a delightful coincidence indeed. Today marks a significant milestone for thousands of young individuals like you. A new chapter in your lives is unfolding. Your years of dreams have come to fruition, and your relentless efforts have borne fruit. This passing year of 2024 is leaving you and your families with newfound joy. I extend my heartfelt congratulations to each of you and your families on this remarkable achievement.

Friends,

Maximising the potential and talent of Bharat's youth remains the foremost priority of our government. We have been steadfastly working towards this goal through initiatives like Rozgar Melas (job fairs). Over the past decade, a comprehensive campaign to provide government jobs has been underway across various ministries, departments, and institutions. Even today, more than 71,000 young individuals have been handed appointment letters. In the last one and a half years alone, our government has provided permanent government jobs to nearly 10 lakh youth—a record in itself. Such a mission-driven approach to offering permanent employment within the Government has never been witnessed under any previous administration. Moreover, these opportunities are being provided with absolute honesty and transparency. I take pride in the fact that young individuals, nurtured in this transparent tradition, are serving the nation with utmost dedication and integrity.

Friends,

The progress of any nation is intrinsically linked to the efforts, capabilities, and leadership of its youth. Bharat has resolved to emerge as a developed nation by 2047, and we firmly believe in this aspiration. Our confidence stems from the fact that Bharat's talented youth are at the heart of every policy and decision. Over the past decade, initiatives such as Make in India, Atmanirbhar Bharat Abhiyan, Startup India, Stand Up India, and Digital India have all been crafted with the youth as their focal point. Bharat has reformed policies in sectors like space and defence manufacturing, empowering its youth to take full advantage of these opportunities. Today, Bharat's youth radiate confidence, excelling in every domain. We have ascended to become the world’s fifth-largest economy and boast the third-largest startup ecosystem globally. When a young individual embarks on a startup journey today, a robust ecosystem supports them. Similarly, when a youth envisions a career in sports, they can do so with unwavering confidence without the fear of failing. Modern facilities, ranging from training to competitive tournaments, are being established to ensure success. Across various sectors, we are witnessing a remarkable transformation. Bharat is now the world’s second-largest mobile manufacturer. From renewable energy to organic farming, from the space sector to defence, and from tourism to wellness, the nation is scaling new heights and creating unprecedented opportunities.

Friends,

We must cultivate the talents of our youth to propel the nation forward, a responsibility that rests largely with our education system. For decades, the nation has felt the need for a modern educational framework to build a new Bharat. With the National Education Policy, we have embarked on this transformative journey. The education system, which once constrained students with its rigidity, now offers them a wealth of new opportunities. Initiatives like Atal Tinkering Labs and modern PM-SHRI schools are fostering an innovative mindset from an early age. Previously, language posed a significant barrier for rural, Dalit, backward, and tribal youth. To address this, we introduced policies enabling education and examinations in regional languages. Today, our government allows recruitment examinations to be conducted in 13 different languages. Additionally, to empower the youth in border districts, we have increased their recruitment quotas and initiated special recruitment drives. As a result, more than 50,000 young individuals have received appointment letters for positions in the Central Armed Police Forces. I extend my heartfelt congratulations to all these young people.

Friends,

Today also marks the birth anniversary of Chaudhary Charan Singh ji. Our government is privileged to have conferred the Bharat Ratna upon Chaudhary Sahab this year. I pay my respectful tribute to him. We celebrate this day as Kisan Diwas or National Farmer's Day, and on this occasion, I salute all the farmers of our nation, our food providers.

Friends,

Chaudhary Sahab often remarked that Bharat would advance only if its rural areas flourished. Today, our government’s policies and decisions are creating new employment and self-employment opportunities in rural Bharat. A substantial number of young people have found meaningful employment in the agricultural sector, engaging in work that aligns with their aspirations. Under the Gobardhan Yojana, the construction of hundreds of biogas plants has not only generated electricity but also provided jobs to thousands of youth. The integration of hundreds of agricultural markets into the e-NAM Yojana has opened numerous employment avenues. Similarly, the government’s decision to increase ethanol blending to 20 per cent has not only benefited farmers but also created jobs in the sugar sector. By establishing nearly 9,000 Farmer Producer Organisations (FPOs), we have enabled farmers to access new markets while creating employment in rural areas. Today, the government is implementing the world’s largest food storage scheme, building thousands of warehouses. This initiative is poised to generate significant employment and self-employment opportunities. Recently, the government launched the Bima Sakhi Yojana with the aim of providing insurance coverage to every citizen in the country. This programme will also create numerous job opportunities in rural regions. Whether through the Drone Didi Abhiyan, Lakhpati Didi Abhiyan, or the Bank Sakhi Yojana, all these initiatives are driving new employment opportunities in agriculture and rural areas.

Friends,

Today, thousands of young women have been given appointment letters. Your success will serve as an inspiration for countless other women. We are committed to empowering women in every sphere of life. Our decision to grant 26 weeks of maternity leave has safeguarded the careers of lakhs of women, ensuring that their aspirations remain intact. Our government has worked tirelessly to eliminate every obstacle hindering the progress of women. For years after independence, many girls were compelled to abandon their education due to the absence of separate toilets in schools. We addressed this issue through the Swachh Bharat Abhiyan. The Sukanya Samriddhi Yojana has ensured that financial constraints no longer obstruct girls' education. Our government opened Jan Dhan accounts for 30 crore women, enabling them to receive direct benefits from government schemes. Women have also gained access to collateral-free loans under the Mudra Yojana. In the past, women often managed entire households, yet property ownership was rarely in their names. Today, the majority of homes provided under the Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana are registered in women’s names. Initiatives such as Poshan Abhiyan, Surakshit Matritva Abhiyan, and Ayushman Bharat have significantly improved women’s access to healthcare. Through the Nari Shakti Vandan Act, women have secured reservations in the Vidhan Sabha and Lok Sabha. Our society and country are rapidly advancing towards women-led development.

Friends,

The young professionals receiving appointment letters today will become part of a modernised government system. Over the last 10 years, the outdated image of government offices and their functioning has been transformed. Today, we witness increased efficiency and productivity among government employees, a success achieved through their dedication and hard work. You have reached this milestone due to your eagerness to learn and your determination to excel. Maintain this same enthusiasm throughout your career. The iGOT Karmayogi platform will support your continuous learning journey. It offers over 1,600 diverse courses, enabling you to gain knowledge on various subjects effectively and within a short timeframe. You are young and represent the strength of our nation. There is no goal that our youth cannot accomplish. Begin this new chapter with renewed energy and purpose. Once again, I extend my heartfelt congratulations to all the youngsters who have received appointment letters today. My best wishes for a bright and successful future.

Thank you very much.