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PM Modi's address at a public gathering in Tirunelveli, Tamil Nadu

Published By : Admin | February 28, 2024 | 12:03 IST
People are seeing how BJP has taken forward the positive politics of sensitivity and social justice in the country: PM Modi
We have to take the vision of our third term to every house and every booth: PM Modi
We have a track record of 10 years and a vision for the next 5 years: PM Modi
Today, the benefits of every scheme related to the poor, farmers, women and youth are reaching the southern corner of India: PM Modi
BJP will leave no stone unturned in fulfilling this responsibility and living up to your trust. This is Modi Ki Guarantee - Idu Modiyin Guarantee: PM Modi to Tamil Nadu

Prime Minister Narendra Modi addressed an enthusiastic crowd in Tirunelveli, Tamil Nadu. The PM thanked each and every one for their presence, love, respect and affection. The PM also expressed his happiness from the core to be surrounded by so many people.

The PM initiated his address by noting that the people of Tamil Nadu are looking at BJP with great hopes and said, “People are seeing how BJP has taken forward the positive politics of sensitivity and social justice in the country. This immense love and trust of Tamil Nadu is a big responsibility for us.”

The PM further assured to the people of Tirunelveli, “BJP will leave no stone unturned in fulfilling this responsibility and living up to your trust. This is Modi Ki guarantee - Idu Modiyin Guarantee”. Underlining the vision of the state, the PM praised, “The people of Tamil Nadu are people who are in step with the future. Tamil Nadu is identified by technology and new thinking. This is what brings Tamil Nadu closer to BJP.”

PM Modi mentioned that there is a significant change which today even the ones staying out of the country are witnessing and that the change is - India's increasing stature in the world, India's increasing respect. Adding on, the PM went on to say, when the people of the Tamil community spread all over the world see that they are being looked at with respect because they are Indians, their belief is strengthened and that the central government is doing the right thing. This change has come from the country's stable, developing and strong BJP government. That is why today Tamil Nadu is joining BJP so fast.

“For the first time under the BJP government, the distance from Delhi to Tamil Nadu has reduced so much. Today, the benefits of every scheme related to the poor, farmers, women and youth are reaching the southern corner of India. Today, Tamil Nadu itself is a witness to how the BJP government works,” PM Modi remarked with confidence.

PM Modi positively asserted that if new AIIMS campuses have been opened in other parts of the country in 10 years then AIIMS Madurai will soon be opened and further added, “Today, if every poor person in the country is getting guaranteed free treatment up to Rs 5 lakh, then more than Fifty Lakhs of the beneficiaries are our brothers and sisters of Tamil Nadu. And we are doing this service when there is a government in the state which does not cooperate with us even for the welfare of Tamil Nadu.”

In an attempt to make the people aware and cautious, the PM remarked, “The anti-development political parties and the state government that is opposed to the development of Tamil Nadu have looted you a lot in the name of development of Tamil Nadu.” The PM then reassured that “Modi will not let this happen. And this is also Modi Ki Guarantee - Idu Modiin Guarantee.”

“It is very important for Tamil Nadu to develop for a Viksit Bharat. That is why the Government of India is trying its best to bring maximum investment and industry here. Both travel and business has become easier here due to Tirunelveli-Chennai Vande Bharat Express,” PM Modi said in a hopeful statement.

Reminiscing the divine spiritual and religious history of Tamil Nadu, the PM mentioned that Tamil Nadu has a profound link with Shri Ram and that the PM also visited Dhanushkodi and numerous temples ahead of the grand Ayodhya event. The PM expressed his discontent towards the opposition by claiming that “India celebrated the Pran Pratishtha of Ram Mandir in Ayodhya. A few days ago, a resolution was laid in the Parliament regarding the same. All the members of DMK left the house. This behaviour shows how much the DMK leaders despise your faith. DMK and Congress are hell-bent on dividing the nation. Whereas, BJP considers every person as a family member..."


The PM positively maintained, “At BJP's core is the nation's priority. We ensure the safe return of Indians globally, as seen in Abhinandan's return from Pakistan and fishermen rescues. We even brought back Indians facing death sentences in Qatar. Under Congress or coalition governments, such swift action for Indian safety wouldn't be possible. They failed to ensure even an Indian's safety in Pakistan for years.”

Drawing attention to a ridiculous turn of event, the PM expressed his dissatisfaction towards DMK’s sheer misconduct and said, “DMK is a party which does not work but remains ahead to take false credit. Who doesn't know that these people stick their stickers on our schemes. Now they have crossed the limit. They have pasted the sticker of China to take credit for ISRO launchpad in Tamil Nadu. This is an insult to our country, an insult to our patriotic space scientists. The people of Tamil Nadu are going to punish DMK severely for such drama.”

The PM underlined his visionary outlook towards making Bharat a Viksit Bharat and positively affirmed that “Modi also has a track record of 10 years and a vision for the next 5 years. We have transformed India from 11th position to the fifth largest economy in the world. Our vision is that in the third term we will make India the third largest economy in the world. In the next 5 years we are going to expand our industries for a developed India. Today we have given options to our youth of Tamil Nadu to study subjects like medicine and engineering in our Tamil language.”

Taking a jibe at the opposition, PM Modi remarked, “In the 2024 elections, on one side is BJP which talks about development and vision, while on the other side are parties like DMK and Congress. They want to join the government so that they can take their family forward and fill their family's pockets.”

The PM emphasized on the need for Tamil Nadu to have a strong leadership and said that Tamil Nadu, known for leading societal progress, deserves leaders who prioritize its development. The PM gave a way forward to this and said this can be achieved by engaging citizens in open dialogue about the state's future, focusing on collaborative solutions, and uniting towards shared goals.

In gratification, PM Modi said that this time Tamil Nadu will bless that BJP which is concerned about the future of the state’s children. “Certainly, people have unprecedented confidence in BJP so much so that, even the opposition leaders have also started saying that BJP and NDA are going to break the record of the last elections this time,” PM said.

Being all optimistic and in full vigor, the PM concluded, “We have a lot of work to do to turn this confidence into a big win. We have to take the vision of our third term to every house and every booth.”

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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.