Prime Minister Narendra Modi on December 26 said India was shedding its mentality of slavery and was playing a key role in tackling global problems of economy, science, research, sports and diplomacy.
Addressing the ‘Veer Baal Diwas’ celebrations here which marks the martyrdom of the sons of last Sikh Guru Gobind Singh, Mr. Modi said the world keeps India among the foremost lands of opportunities.
India, the Prime Minister said, is playing a key role in solving global problems of economy, science, research, sports and diplomacy. “This is India’s time, the next 25 years will showcase India’s capabilities”.
“The coming 25 years are bringing huge opportunities for our youth. The youth of India, irrespective of which region or society they are born in, have limitless dreams. To fulfil these dreams, the government has a clear road map and a clear vision.”
Terming the ‘Veer Baal Diwas’ a celebration of the heritage of the Sikh Gurus, the Prime Minister said the courage and ideals of Guru Gobind Singh and his four ‘Sahibzades’ (sons) embolden every Indian even today.
Global celebrations
He expressed happiness that the event is now being celebrated internationally in the U.S., U.K., Australia, New Zealand, UAE and Greece.
Mr. Modi pointed out that the world took notice of India’s heritage the time “we started giving our heritage its due respect”.
“Today when we are taking pride in our heritage, the world’s viewpoint has also changed”, he added.
On India becoming the third largest economy of the world, the Prime Minister said this would benefit youth the most and it meant better health, education, opportunities, jobs, quality of life and quality of products. He told the young audience about the nationwide campaign of linking youth with the dreams and resolution of ‘Viksit Bharat’ (developed India).
The Prime Minister advised the youth to give top priority to their health as it is crucial to achieving the desired results in life. He suggested making some ground rules for themselves and firmly adhering to them such as physical exercise, digital detox, mental fitness, adequate sleep and including millets in diet. He also touched upon the menace of drugs in society and stressed that it could be tackled by coming together as a nation and society.
Mr. Modi flagged off a march-past by youth in Delhi.
