The Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi, today delivered the inaugural address for the National Youth Day at Naya Raipur, Chhattisgarh, via video-conferencing from Race Course Road.
The Prime Minister said that Swami Vivekananda, whose birth anniversary falls today, was an inspiration for all youth, and a shining example of how much could be accomplished in a short time-span.
The Prime Minister said youth from different parts of India, assembled in Chhattisgarh today, represent its diversity but are united in one mantra, of serving Mother India.
He said this united resolve had one day brought us independence, and is today taking India to new heights. He said 125 crore people are united in an objective of taking the nation to new highs. He said a nation which was so abundantly youthful, should have objectives and dreams which are boundless.
The Prime Minister said a youth, by definition, is one who works towards his future goals, unmindful of the past.
The Prime Minister laid stress on harmony and togetherness, saying that without peace, unity and harmony, development cannot have any meaning. However much we develop, peace is our first requirement, the Prime Minister said, adding that India has shown the world, that a land of such diversity, has a unique spirit to stay together. This is the heritage of our forefathers, the Prime Minister said, which extends from Ved to Vivekananda, and Upanishad to Upagrah.
Shri Narendra Modi said that India's objective is to give its youth the capabilities and skills to make this century an Indian century. He praised the State of Chhattisgarh for progress in this direction despite the problem of Naxalism.
The Prime Minister emphasised the importance of "dignity of labour" and said it must be inculcated among people. He said India's objective for development should be to transform the lives of the poor, and in the villages. He urged the youth to witness the launch of the "Start-up India" event in Delhi on January 16th.
The Prime Minister urged the youth to think of concrete objectives for the years 2019 and 2022 – the 150th anniversary year of Mahatma Gandhi, and the 75th anniversary of independence.
The moment someone talks about Swami Vivekananda & Bhagat Singh, youth of India feels inspired: PM @narendramodi https://t.co/Iy8hu3Nre5
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In front of me today are the youth of India, from all parts of the nation: PM @narendramodi addresses National Youth Festival, Chhattisgarh
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Earlier people were inspired to die for the nation. Today it is about living for the nation & doing something for India: PM @narendramodi
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Entire world is looking at India with so much hope. Why? Because India is a land of opportunities: PM @narendramodi https://t.co/Iy8hu3Nre5
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India is the most youthful nation. We are blessed to have so many youngsters: PM @narendramodi https://t.co/Iy8hu3Nre5
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PM @narendramodi emphasises on Sadbhavana, Ekta and respect for each other in his address at the National Youth Festival, Chhattisgarh.
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The more importance we give to Sadbhavana, it is better: PM @narendramodi
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They say 21st century is our century but how do we make it India's century? By giving an impetus to skill development: PM @narendramodi
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If India can be a manufacturing hub, it is not because we have a market or raw materials...it is because we have skilled youngsters: PM
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Chhattisgarh CM @drramansingh ji has done a lot for skill development & I saw it when I visited the state: PM @narendramodi @ChhattisgarhCMO
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प्रधानमंत्री श्री @narendramodi जी वीडियो कॉन्फ्रेंसिंग के माध्यम से @NYF2016 , #CG को संबोधित करते हुए. @PMOIndia pic.twitter.com/qzCfw2rDjv
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Dignity of Labour is something we are giving immense importance to: PM @narendramodi
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Parents are proud if their child is a graduate but is it the same when a child went to an ITI? Such a mindset needs to end: PM
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Development is about bringing a positive change in lives of the poor. That explains why we have put so much focus on skill development: PM
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Government has launched MUDRA Yojana. We have opened the banks to the people & are funding the unfunded: PM @narendramodi
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Around 2 crore people of India have received money from the banks & Rs. 80,000 crore has been disbursed: PM @narendramodi
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Why should our youth become job seekers? They should become job creators: PM @narendramodi
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I had spoken about cleaning statues that are there. So many people, schools, organisations have joined in doing so: PM @narendramodi
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I had urged young friends to share their ideas on 'Narendra Modi App' & am so happy that so many youngsters shared their ideas: PM
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The 'Narendra Modi App' has become a wonderful means to connect with you all. I am thankful to all youngsters who contributed: PM
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