The Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi, today addressed the 80th anniversary celebrations of the Brahma Kumaris family, via video conferencing.
Welcoming the delegates to the International Conference and Cultural Festival from India and abroad, the Prime Minister paid his respects to Dada Lekhraj, the founder of Prajapita Brahmakumari Ishvariya Vishvidyalaya. He also praised Dadi Janki ji, describing her as a true Karma Yogi, who continues to serve society even at the age of 100 years.
The Prime Minister appreciated the work done by the Brahma Kumaris institution in many fields, including in solar energy. He called for expanding the use of digital transactions to bring down corruption.
The Prime Minister also touched upon themes such as Swachh Bharat, and LED lighting, and spoke of their benefits.
PM Modi addressed the 80th anniversary celebrations of Brahma Kumaris via video conferencing. The PM said that Brahma Kumar and Kumaris have spread the message of India's rich culture throughout the world. Laying out India's commitment towards clean energy, the PM said, "By 2030, India aims to generate 40% energy from non-fossil fuels. By 2022, our aim is to ensure 175 GW of clean energy. He also urged people to further the use of digital transactions and make the system more transparent.
PM @narendramodi extends greetings on Cheti Chand and Samvatsar
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Brahma Kumar and Kumaris have spread the message of India's rich culture throughout the world: PM @narendramodi
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Dadi Janki continues to inspire the society: PM @narendramodi
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India has always said that God is one. There may be different forms of worshiping God: PM @narendramodi
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The way Brahma Kumaris family have taken forward the reach of solar energy actively is commendable: PM @narendramodi
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By 2030, India aims to generate 40% energy from non-fossil fuels. By 2022, our aim is to ensure 175 GW of clean energy: PM @narendramodi
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About Rs. 11,000 crore has been saved by the use of LED bulbs. Brahma Kumaris organisation can help spread this message: PM @narendramodi
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Exploitation of nature is a crime for us, we believe in milking of nature: PM @narendramodi
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Let us further the use of digital transactions and make the system more transparent. This will bring down corruption: PM @narendramodi
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Urge Brahma Kumaris family, Central and State departments to come up with plans to ensure proper nutrition: PM @narendramodi
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We have amended the Maternity Bill. This will benefit working women as leaves have been enhanced from 12 to 26 weeks: PM @narendramodi
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Dadiji & Brahma Kumaris have contributed towards Swachhata. Let us aim to build a Swachh Bharat that will be a tribute to Gandhiji: PM
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