Citizens real force behind march towards ‘Viksit Bharat 2047’: PM

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday urged citizens to become the force behind the country’s march towards the target of “Viksit Bharat 2047” and announced that next month a “Viksit Bharat Young Leaders’ Dialogue” would be held to give the youth a platform to exchange ideas.

Delivering a virtual address at the Karyakar Suvarna Mahotsav, a grand celebration marking 50 years of selfless service by volunteers of the Bochasanwasi Akshar Purushottam Swaminarayan (BAPS) Sanstha, PM Modi said citizens were participating in nation building movements in fields like Swachh Bharat Mission, natural farming mission, environment awareness, educating girl child or tribal welfare.

“I want all BAPS volunteers who have gathered here to pursue one pledge each year, like dedicating one year to chemical-free agriculture, celebrating unity in diversity, fighting against drug menace and rejuvenating rivers,” he said.

The Prime Minister said, “Ek ped maa ke naam” movement is also famous across the world and promoting sustainable lifestyle would further add to the nation’s march towards development.” PM Modi also praised the volunteers for their selfless services during the Bhuj earthquake, Kerala floods, Uttarakhand landslides and Covid crisis.