QuotePM Modi speaks at 'Advancing Asia' event
QuoteReform of global institutions has to be an on-going process: PM
QuoteHappy that IMF has decided to finalize the next round of quota changes by October 2017: PM
QuoteIndia has always had great faith in multi-lateralism: PM Modi
QuoteWe need to pursue policies that provide a stable macro economy, enhance growth & further inclusion: PM
Quote21st century is and will be the Asian Century: PM Narendra Modi
QuoteAsia is the ray of hope for global economic recovery: PM Modi
QuoteIndia has dispelled the myth that democracy & rapid economic growth cannot go together: PM
QuoteIndia has achieved major gains in macro economic stability: PM Modi
QuoteCorruption and interference in the decisions of banks and regulators are now behind us: PM
QuoteEntrepreneurship is booming, following a series of steps we have taken: PM

Prime Minister Narendra Modi today attended the ‘Advancing Asia: Investing for the future’ event in New Delhi. The event was organized by the International Monetary Fund. Speaking at the event the PM said that the 21st century belonged to Asia.

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Shri Modi spoke at length as how India dispelled the myth that democracy and rapid economic growth could not go together. Adding further the PM stated that India had shown that a large, diverse country could be managed in a way that could promote economic growth and maintain social stability.

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Prime Minister Modi highlighted several initiatives of the Government that were boosting entrepreneurship and strengthening the country. The PM also mentioned about increased investment in the agriculture sector and Government’s aim to double farmers’ income. He also noted that corruption and interference in the decisions of banks and regulators have been reduced in the country.

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The Prime Minister also expressed his part of content on IMF’s decision to finalize the next round of quota changes by October 2017.  

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Prime Minister condoles loss of lives due to collapse of a bridge in Vadodara district, Gujarat
July 09, 2025
QuoteAnnounces ex-gratia from PMNRF

The Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi has expressed deep grief over the loss of lives due to the collapse of a bridge in Vadodara district, Gujarat. Shri Modi also wished speedy recovery for those injured in the accident.

The Prime Minister announced an ex-gratia from PMNRF of Rs. 2 lakh to the next of kin of each deceased and Rs. 50,000 for those injured.

The Prime Minister’s Office posted on X;

“The loss of lives due to the collapse of a bridge in Vadodara district, Gujarat, is deeply saddening. Condolences to those who have lost their loved ones. May the injured recover soon.

An ex-gratia of Rs. 2 lakh from PMNRF would be given to the next of kin of each deceased. The injured would be given Rs. 50,000: PM @narendramodi"