ਅਸੀਂ ਕਦੇ ਵੀ ਧਰਮ ਦੇ ਅਧਾਰ 'ਤੇ ਵਿਤਕਰਾ ਨਹੀਂ ਕੀਤਾ; ਸਾਡੀਆਂ ਯੋਜਨਾਵਾਂ ਦਾ ਸਾਰਿਆਂ ਨੂੰ ਫਾਇਦਾ ਹੁੰਦਾ ਹੈ: ਡਿੰਡੋਰੀ ਵਿੱਚ ਪ੍ਰਧਾਨ ਮੰਤਰੀ ਮੋਦੀ
ਨਕਲੀ ਸ਼ਿਵ ਸੈਨਾ ਮੈਂਬਰ ਹੁਣ ਕਾਂਗਰਸ ਨੂੰ ਆਪਣੇ ਸਿਰਾਂ 'ਤੇ ਚੁੱਕ ਰਹੇ ਹਨ: ਵਿਰੋਧੀ ਧਿਰ ਦੇ ਖ਼ਿਲਾਫ਼ ਪ੍ਰਧਾਨ ਮੰਤਰੀ ਮੋਦੀ
ਪਾਕਿਸਤਾਨ ਖੁੱਲ੍ਹੇਆਮ ਆਤੰਕੀ ਹਮਲਿਆਂ ਨੂੰ ਸਵੀਕਾਰ ਕਰਦਾ ਹੈ, ਫਿਰ ਵੀ ਕਾਂਗਰਸ ਅਤੇ ਇੰਡੀ ਅਲਾਇੰਸ ਨੇ ਉਨ੍ਹਾਂ ਨੂੰ ਕਲੀਨ ਚਿੱਟ ਦਿੱਤੀ: ਪ੍ਰਧਾਨ ਮੰਤਰੀ ਮੋਦੀ
ਗ਼ਰੀਬ ਦੇ ਪੁੱਤਰ ਦੀ ਅਗਵਾਈ ਵਾਲੀ ਇਸ ਸਰਕਾਰ ਨੇ ਗ਼ਰੀਬਾਂ ਦੀ ਭਲਾਈ ਨੂੰ ਸਭ ਤੋਂ ਵੱਧ ਪ੍ਰਾਥਮਿਕਤਾ ਦਿੱਤੀ ਹੈ: ਕਲਿਆਣ ਵਿੱਚ ਪ੍ਰਧਾਨ ਮੰਤਰੀ ਮੋਦੀ
ਅਸੀਂ ਲਗਾਤਾਰ ਕੰਮ ਕੀਤਾ ਹੈ ਕਿ ਸਰਕਾਰ ਬਣਨ ਤੋਂ ਬਾਅਦ ਪਹਿਲੇ 100 ਦਿਨਾਂ ਵਿੱਚ ਕਿਹੜੇ ਕੰਮ ਕੀਤੇ ਜਾਣ ਦੀ ਜ਼ਰੂਰਤ ਹੈ ਅਤੇ ਕਿਹੜੇ ਫ਼ੈਸਲੇ ਲੈਣ ਦੀ ਜ਼ਰੂਰਤ ਹੈ: ਪ੍ਰਧਾਨ ਮੰਤਰੀ

Prime Minister Narendra Modi attended large-scale events in Dindori and Kalyan, Maharashtra, where he assured the farmers of accelerated development and growth in the state. The PM discussed his vision for a Viksit Bharat. He said, “We have continuously worked on what work needs to be done and what decisions need to be taken in the first 100 days after the formation of the government.”

Discussing the evolving political landscape PM Modi observed, “The NDA alliance is poised for a significant victory, as indicated by a prominent leader within the alliance. Recognizing that the Congress party won't secure enough seats to claim the Leader of the Opposition post, he has urged other alliance parties to close shop and merge with the Congress. It seems inevitable that the so-called Shiv Sena and the party claiming to be nationalist will eventually merge with the Congress. Balasaheb Thackeray's words appear to be prophetic, he once said, ‘The day I sense that Shiv Sena has transformed into Congress, I will dissolve Shiv Sena.’ Everything that is unfolding now is in accordance with Balasaheb's wishes.”

Expressing his extreme disregard towards the opposition, PM Modi remarked, “The fake Shiv Sena has shattered every dream of Balasaheb Thackeray. His vision included building a grand Ram Mandir in Ayodhya and abolishing Article 370 from Jammu and Kashmir. While these dreams have been fulfilled, the fake Shiv Sena is showing the most disgust. Just like Congress, they rejected the invitation for the temple's consecration. While Congress members are spewing hate about the Mandir, the fake Shiv Sena remains silent. Their sinful partnership has been exposed to the entire state of Maharashtra.”

“The fake Shiv Sena members are now carrying Congress on their heads, despite the fact that Congress continuously abuses Veer Savarkar ji. This betrayal has left the self-respecting and patriotic people of Maharashtra furious. However, the fake Shiv Sena seems unaffected by this outrage. Shouldn't this fake Shiv Sena, which has surrendered to Congress, be punished?” the PM further interrogated the crowd.

PM Modi emphasized the inclusive nature of the BJP government schemes and exclaimed, “Today, Modi is providing free ration and permanent houses to the poor. Every household is receiving electricity, water, and Ujjwala gas connections. We've never discriminated based on religion; our schemes benefit everyone.”

Taking an explicit dig at the Opposition, he mentioned, “But what has Congress's intention been? Today, I'm going to reveal this to all 140 crore countrymen for the first time. It's a serious topic that needs to be addressed. Congress believes that 15 percent of the government's budget should be exclusively allocated to minorities, essentially budget allocation based on religion. Many years ago, Congress approved this idea of budget allocation based on religion. Just imagine how destructive this idea is.”

The PM also boldly highlighted Congress’s divisive agenda, “For Congress, there's only one minority: its favored vote bank. I recall vividly, during my tenure as CM, when Congress proposed spending 15 percent of the budget exclusively on Muslims. I vehemently opposed it, and thanks to BJP's strong opposition, Congress failed in its attempt. Now, they're determined to revive these old agendas. Baba Saheb Ambedkar was against religious-based reservation, yet Congress is adamant about taking away reservation from SC/ST/OBC and the poor to give it to Muslims. They're even considering confiscating your property to appease their vote bank. But Congress and its allies should know this, Modi will never allow budget allocation based on religion or reservation to be granted based on religion. Modi is the guardian of the rights of the deprived.”

PM Modi spoke of the election's significance and the BJP's commitment to serving the nation, “We draw inspiration from Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj. This election is not just about choosing an MP; it's about choosing a PM who can make tough decisions to strengthen India. India bravely fought and defeated the Corona crisis, with Bharti Pawar ji's dedicated service playing a crucial role. The government is tirelessly working for the welfare of the poor, from providing relief from sickle cell anaemia to ensuring children's vaccination.”

The PM’s relentless dedication to empowering every section of society is evident from every word that he utters, “Modi's focus is on empowering farmers, youth, women, and the poor. The farming community has experienced 10 years of Modi's governance. Previously, under decades of Congress-Nationalist rule, despite having a Maharashtra Agriculture Minister, farmers were neglected. Under Congress rule, false promises were made; no resources were distributed to the needy.”

PM Modi's unwavering commitment to the welfare of farmers is sacrosanct, “Modi always prioritizes the interests of farmers. Nashik and its surrounding region are renowned for onion and grape cultivation. It was our government that initiated the onion buffer system for the first time, a system absent in previous governments. The government is also providing subsidies for onion transport through Operation Green, a mission being reinstated now. Similarly, the cluster development plan for grape cultivation will greatly benefit our grape farmers.”

With the second rally of the day in Kalyan, Maharashtra, the PM spoke of his governance as it marks a historic turning point in Indian politics, he remarks that, “For the first time, 25 crore poor people are emerging from poverty. For the first time, there's talk of providing a permanent house to every poor person. For the first time, every household will have access to tap water. For the first time, the poor have a guarantee card for free medical treatment. And... this government, led by a son of the poor, has given top priority to the welfare of the poor. Today, for the first time, we see a new confidence in India.”

“During the tenure of the INDI Alliance, the country was unsafe. Markets, cinema halls, hotels, restaurants, railway stations—nothing was secured. A decade ago, there were bomb blasts almost every day. Terrorist threats were rampant, firing on borders was frequent, and Naxalite attacks plagued several states. What did the Congress government do? They appealed to Pakistan for peace, damaging India's reputation,” he added.

PM Modi gave the audience a moment to introspect, “Since Modi came to power, we've witnessed surgical strikes and air strikes. Pakistan has stopped openly threatening us with nuclear attacks. However, now Congress is the one threatening India. Congress leaders are advocating for Pakistan, reminding us of their nuclear capabilities.”

“Here's the irony, when Congress is in power, Pakistan threatens us; when Congress is not in power, they threaten us on Pakistan's behalf. Pakistan openly admits to terrorist attacks, yet Congress and the INDI Alliance give them a clean chit. Can someone explain why? Why are members of the INDI Alliance batting for Pakistan?” the PM further reflected.

In conclusion, PM Modi expressed his gratitude to everyone in the crowd for their presence and requested them to convey his best wishes to every household. He urged the voters to exercise their right to vote wisely and contribute to the nation-building process by voting for progress and development.

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Text of PM Modi's address to the Indian Community in Guyana
November 22, 2024
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.