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PM lauds Chandigarh-based food stall owner in his monthly ‘Mann Ki Baat’ address

In his monthly radio address to the nation ‘Mann Ki Baat’, the Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi today lauded a Chandigarh-based food stall owner for his self-driven initiative in motivating others to get themselves vaccinated against COVID-19. During his address, the Prime Minister said that on suggestion of his daughter and niece, a food stall owner Sanjay Rana started feeding free chole bhature to those who had got the covid vaccine. The owner sells chole bhature on a cycle in Sector-29, Chandigarh and to have this meal for free, one has to show that one has got the vaccine administered on the very day, said Prime Minister. He appreciated this effort and said that this act proves that for the welfare of the society, spirit of service and duty are required more than money.
PM: Festival of Sankranti is about nature, energy of the sun, and progress of mankind

Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi, today described Sankranti as a festival which has a relationship to nature and the energy of the sun. He said though the festival is celebrated in different forms across the country, it inspires all of mankind towards progress and achievement. The Prime Minister was speaking at a Sankranti Milan organized by Shri Venkaiah Naidu, Minister for Urban Development, in the capital today.
Cabinet approves release of an additional instalment of DA to Central Government employees and DR to Pensioners, due from 1.1.2019

The Union Cabinet chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi has given its approval to the release of an additional instalment of Dearness Allowance (DA) to Central Government employees, and Dearness Relief (DR) to pensioners w.e.f. 1.1.2019 representing an increase of 3% over the existing rate of 9% of the Basic Pay/Pension, to compensate for price rise. This increase is in accordance with the accepted formula, which is based on the recommendations of the 7th Central Pay Commission (CPC). The combined impact on the exchequer on account of both DA and DR would be Rs. 9168.12 crore per annum and Rs. 10696.14 crore in the FY 2019-20 (for a period of 14 months from January 2019 to February, 2020).This will benefit about 48.41 lakh Central Government employees and 62.03 lakh pensioners.
PM chairs a high level meeting to review situation related to Heat Wave management & Monsoon Preparedness

Take all measures to avoid loss of life due to heat wave or fire incidents: PM Holistic efforts needed to reduce the vulnerability of forests in the country against fire hazards: PM States advised to prepare ‘Flood Preparedness Plans’ NDRF to develop deployment plan in flood prone States PM directed precautionary measures including timely dissemination of weather alerts in coastal areas Use social media actively for sensitisation of communities: PM Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi today reviewed the situation relating to Heat Wave Management and Monsoon Preparedness. During the meeting, IMD and NDMA briefed about the persistence of high temperatures in March-May 2022 across the country. States and UTs have been advised to prepare Heat Action Plans as a standard response at the state, district and city levels. Regarding southwest monsoon preparedness, all states have been advised to prepare ‘Flood Preparedness Plans’ and undertake appropriate preparedness measures. NDRF has been advised to develop its deployment plan in flood affected states. Active use of social media for sensitisation of communities has to be widely adopted. Prime Minister observed that we need to take all measures to avoid deaths due to heat wave or fire incident and added that our response time towards any such incidents should be minimal. He stressed that in view of the rising temperatures, regular hospital fire safety audits need to be done. PM spoke about the need to work to substantially reduce the vulnerability of forests across the diverse forest ecosystems in the country against fire hazards, enhance the capabilities of forest personnel and institutions for timely detection of a possible fire and for fighting fires, and to speed up recovery after a fire event. PM directed that in view of upcoming monsoons, arrangements for monitoring the quality of drinking water need to be ensured to avoid contamination and resultant spread of water-borne diseases. It was discussed in the meeting about the need for effective coordination between central and state agencies to ensure preparedness of all systems for any incidents in the wake of heat wave and upcoming monsoons. The meeting was attended by the Principal Secretary to PM, Advisors to PM, Cabinet Secretary, Secretaries in the Ministries of Home, Health, Jal Shakti, Member NDMA, DGs of National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA) and Indian Meteorological Department (IMD) & DG NDRF.
English rendering of PM’s message to the people of Gujarat

English rendering of PM’s message to the people of Gujarat My Dear Brothers and Sisters of Gujarat, Since yesterday, the type of atmosphere that is building up in the land of Mahatma Gandhi and Sardar Patel, the manner in which violence is being used as a tool… we all know that violence serves no purpose. We have always believed that the development of the state is possible only if we all walk together and stay united. It is my appeal to my brothers and sisters that the occasion calls for a single mantra – “peace”. Each and every issue can be resolved through talks. We all should follow the spirit of democracy. We must work together to solve problems through talks and to contribute in efforts to take Gujarat to new heights. This is my humble request to all the brothers and sisters of Gujarat.
September 11th: PM recalls Swami Vivekananda’s message of Universal Brotherhood

PM: Had we followed Swami Ji’s message, history would never have witnessed such dastardly acts as the 9/11 terror attack. The Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi, has recalled Swami Vivekananda’s message of universal brotherhood, delivered in his soul-stirring address at World Parliament of Religions in Chicago on 11th September 1893. “Through his address, Swami Vivekananda drew the entire world’s attention to our Nation’s rich history and strong cultural roots,” the Prime Minister said. “”Sisters and brothers of America”…with these words of Swami Vivekananda, India’s message of universal brotherhood reverberated across the world,” Shri Narendra Modi said. “There are 2 images of 11th September – one of the trail of destruction in 2001 and the other – the message of Swami Vivekananda in 1893. Had we followed Swami Ji’s message, history would never have witnessed such dastardly acts as we saw on 11th September 2001 in USA,” the Prime Minister said. “Let us remember the words of Swami Vivekananda and dedicate ourselves to furthering the cause of unity, brotherhood and world peace,” the Prime Minister said. The Prime Minister also shared the link to Swami Vivekananda’s speech:- http://www.belurmath.org/swamivivekananda_works.htm
Cabinet approves signing of revised Air Services Agreement between India and Nigeria

The Union Cabinet chaired by the Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi has given its approval for signing of the revised Air Services Agreement (ASA) between India and Nigeria. The earlier Agreement was signed on 31th January, 1978. The updation of the Agreement is as per latest International Civil Aviation Organisation (ICAO) template keeping in view of latest developments in civil aviation sector and with an objective to improve the air connectivity between the two countries. The revised Agreement signifies an important landmark in the civil aviation relations between India and Nigeria and has the potential to spur greater trade, investment, tourism and cultural exchanges between the two countries. The essential features of the Air Services Agreement are as follows: i) Both countries shall be entitled to designate one or more airlines. ii) The designated airlines of either country shall have the right to establish offices in the territory of the other country for the promotion and sale of air services. iii) Both sides agreed to operate any number of all Cargo services between each other’s territory with any type of aircraft with full 3rd, 4th and 5th freedom traffic rights. iv) The designated airline will be free to decide tariffs in respect of the agreed services at reasonable levels based on the commercial considerations. v) The designated Airline of each party can enter into cooperative marketing arrangements with the designated carriers of same party and other party. vi) As per new provision, each side shall be entitled to operate a maximum of 7 frequencies per week in each direction on the routes specified in the Route Schedule. vii) Apart from the above, the new ASA also has the provisions relating to Revocation or Suspension of Operating Authorization, Principles governing operations of agreed services, Routing Flexibility, Commercial Opportunities, Aviation safety, Aviation security related clause etc. in the line of Indian model ASA.
PM’s Telephonic Conversation with US President Barack Obama

Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi received a telephone call from US President, Mr Barack Obama yesterday evening. The two leaders reviewed with satisfaction the significant all round progress and cooperation in ties between India and the US in the past few years. Prime Minister thanked President Obama for his strong support and contribution to strengthening the strategic partnership between India and the US. He conveyed his best wishes to President Obama in his future endeavours.
PM speaks to His Excellency Matemela Cyril Ramaphosa, President of South Africa

Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi had a telephone conversation today with His Excellency Matemela Cyril Ramaphosa, President of South Africa. The two leaders discussed the continuing challenges posed by the COVID-19 pandemic, and in this context the vaccination campaigns being undertaken in their respective countries. Prime Minister reiterated to the South African President that India’s considerable productive capacity for pharmaceuticals and vaccines would continue to serve the needs of all countries, including those in Africa. The two leaders also discussed possibilities of collaboration between India and South Africa in various international fora, to facilitate access and affordability of vaccines and medicines. The leaders agreed that officials of both countries would remain in touch over the coming days to exchange experiences and explore potential for collaborative efforts against the pandemic.
PM’s fifth interaction with Additional Secretaries and Joint Secretaries

The Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi, on Friday met and interacted with a group of over 90 Additional Secretaries and Joint Secretaries serving in the Government of India. This was the last of five such interactions. During the interaction, officers shared their experiences on subjects such as governance, social welfare, tribal development, agriculture, horticulture, environment and forests, education, project implementation, urban development and transportation. The Prime Minister urged the officers to work towards simplification of governance processes. He said well executed projects and schemes should serve as case studies, so that their success can be emulated. Highlighting the current positive global environment in favour of India, the Prime Minister asked officers to work with clear objectives towards creating a New India by 2022.
PM to interact with Indian athletes’ contingent bound for Tokyo Olympics on 13th July

Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi will interact with the Indian athletes’ contingent bound for Tokyo Olympics on 13th July at 5 PM via video conferencing. The interaction by the Prime Minister is an endeavour to motivate the athletes ahead of their participation at the games. He had recently reviewed the preparations for facilitation of India’s contingent at Tokyo-2020. He had also discussed the inspirational journeys of some of the athletes on Mann Ki Baat, besides urging the nation to come forward and wholeheartedly support them. The event will be attended by Shri Anurag Thakur, Minister for Youth Affairs & Sports; Shri Nisith Pramanik, MoS Youth Affairs and Sports and Shri Kiren Rijiju, Law Minister. About the Indian Contingent A total of 126 athletes across 18 sports disciplines from India will be heading to Tokyo. This is the biggest-ever contingent India is sending to any Olympics. The 69 cumulative events across the 18 sport disciplines that India will participate in is also the highest ever for the country. There are several notable firsts in terms of participation. For the first time in its history, a Fencer from India (Bhavani Devi) has qualified for the Olympic Games. Nethra Kumanan is the first ever female Sailor from India to qualify for an Olympic Games. Sajan Prakash and Srihari Nataraj are the first Swimmers from India to qualify for an Olympic Games by achieving the ‘A’ Qualification Standard in Swimming.
Valedictory Session of Assistant Secretaries: IAS Officers of 2015 batch make presentations to PM

As part of their Valedictory Session as Assistant Secretaries, IAS officers of the 2015 batch today made presentations before the Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi. 8 selected presentations on various themes of governance were made by the officers, on themes such as rapid response for accident victims, tracking individual carbon footprints, financial inclusion, improving rural incomes, data driven rural prosperity, heritage tourism, railway safety, and central armed police forces. Speaking on the occasion, the Prime Minister said that it was indeed significant that the junior-most and senior-most officers are spending such a lot of time communicating with each other. The Prime Minister said that the young officers must imbibe all the positives from these interactions. The Prime Minister asked young officers to focus on subjects such as GST implementation and boosting digital transactions, especially via the BHIM App. He urged all officers to speed up the adoption of Government e- Marketplace (GeM) in their respective departments. He said this would eliminate middlemen, and result in savings for the government. Giving examples of ODF targets and rural electrification, the Prime Minister urged the officers to work towards 100 per cent achievement of targets. He urged the officers to work towards creating the India of the dreams of freedom fighters, by 2022. He said that officers who have risen from humble backgrounds, should meet young students, and motivate them. Communication leads to compassion, the Prime Minister added. He said that the key aim of officers today is the welfare of the nation and its citizens. He urged the officers work with team spirit, and make teams wherever they go.
PM greets CRPF personnel on 82nd Raising Day

The Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi, has greeted the CRPF personnel on the 82nd Raising Day. In a tweet, the Prime Minister said, “Greetings to all @crpfindia personnel on the 82nd Raising Day of this outstanding Force. CRPF is at the forefront of keeping our nation safe. The courage and professionalism of this force are widely admired. May the CRPF achieve even greater heights in the coming years.”
PM pays tributes to Pandit Jawaharlal Nehru on his birth anniversary

The Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi, has paid tributes to the former Prime Minister of India, Pandit Jawaharlal Nehru on his birth anniversary. In a tweet, the Prime Minister said : “On his birth anniversary, tributes to our former PM Pandit Jawaharlal Nehru Ji. We also recall his contribution to our nation.”
PM presents the Batukbhai Dikshit award to 13 Gujarati journalists

Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi, today handed over the annual Batukbhai Dikshit award, of the Surat Shaher Patrakar Kalyan Nidhi, to 13 Gujarati journalists in New Delhi. The Prime Minister congratulated the awardees for this honour. Some Members of Parliament, including Shri CR Patil, were present on the occasion.
PM to share message at Ashadha Purnima-Dhamma Chakra Day programme tomorrow

The Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi will be sharing his message at the Ashadha Purnima-Dhamma Chakra Day programme tomorrow, 24 July, 2021 at around 8:30 AM. In a tweet, the Prime Minister said, “At around 8:30 AM tomorrow, 24th July, will be sharing my message at the Ashadha Purnima-Dhamma Chakra Day programme.”
“A historic day for India!”

PM shares his feeling of pride to be on board INS Vikrant yesterday The Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi has expressed the feeling of pride that he felt yesterday when he was on board INS Vikrant. He also shared a video. The Prime Minister tweeted : “A historic day for India! Words will not be able to describe the feeling of pride when I was on board INS Vikrant yesterday.”
H. E. U Wunna Maung Lwin, Minister of Foreign Affairs of Myanmar calls on PM

H. E. U Wunna Maung Lwin, Minister of Foreign Affairs of Myanmar, called on Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi, today. Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi fondly recalled his visit to Myanmar in November 2014 to attend the EAS/ASEAN Summits, and his meeting with President U Thein Sein at the time. Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi said that India attached the highest priority to its relations with Myanmar, and conveyed India’s commitment to deepen the bilateral relationship in all areas, including in political, economic and security spheres and people to people contacts. Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi reaffirmed India’s position as a reliable partner in Myanmar’s development. Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi highlighted the importance of Myanmar for peace and stability in the region, and for India’s connectivity with Southeast Asia. U Wunna Maung Lwin briefed Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi on progress in bilateral cooperation in infrastructure, health and development projects. Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi called for greater bilateral collaboration in agricultural technology, research and energy sector. Accepting the invitation extended by President U Thein Sein, Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi said that he looked forward to an early visit to Myanmar.
PM makes brief stopover in Chennai en route to Sriharikota; has a courtesy meeting with Ms. Jayalalithaa

The Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi, made a brief stopover in Chennai this afternoon, on the way to Sriharikota. He was received by the Governor of Tamil Nadu, Shri K. Rosaiah, and the Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu, Ms. J. Jayalalithaa. The Prime Minister later had a courtesy meeting with Ms. Jayalalithaa, before leaving for Sriharikota.
PM dedicates the Joint Venture Indo-Russian Rifles Pvt. Ltd. to the Nation, at Amethi

The Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi, visited Kauhar, Amethi in Uttar Pradesh today. He dedicated to the nation, the Joint Venture of Indo-Russian Rifles Pvt Ltd, for Kalashnikov Assault Rifle Production. He also laid the Foundation Stone and dedicated various development projects in Amethi. In his special message on the occasion, which was read out by Defence Minister Nirmala Sitharaman, Russian President Vladimir Putin said that “the new joint venture will manufacture world famous Kalashnikov assault rifles of the newest 200 series and eventually will reach full localization of production. Thus, the Indian defence-industrial sector will have the opportunity to fulfill the needs of national security agencies in this category of small arms, resting upon advanced Russian technologies.” Addressing the gathering, the Prime Minister thanked President Putin for this partnership. He said lakhs of rifles will be made from this facility in Amethi, and will strengthen our security forces. He also said that this development has been long delayed. He said that this delay in the production of modern rifles for our soldiers, actually amounts to an injustice to the jawans. He recalled that despite projecting a requirement for bullet-proof jackets in 2009, no such jackets were procured till 2014. This requirement has now been fulfilled by the Union Government, he added. He said that earlier, such delays had also been happening in procurement of other important armaments. In this context, he also mentioned the Rafale fighter planes, and said these will start joining the Air Force within a few months, as a result of the efforts of the Union Government. He also mentioned other development projects in Amethi, which were facing various bottlenecks in operationalization. He said those bottlenecks were being removed, so that the projects could be operationalized, and provide employment to people. He said the implementation of schemes such as PM Awas Yojana, Ujjwala Yojana, Saubhagya Yojana and construction of toilets, in Amethi, is now bringing ease of living to the people. The Prime Minister said that the Union Government is empowering the poor, and helping them come out of poverty. He said similarly, the farmers are being empowered. In this context, he mentioned the PM Kisan Samman Nidhi. He said this scheme will ensure that 7.5 lakh crore rupees reach farmers over the next ten years.
PM interacts with Kashmiri Pandits in Houston

Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi today met a delegation of Kashmiri Pandits in Houston, Texas. During the interaction, the community members strongly supported the steps taken by the Prime Minister for the progress of India and the empowerment of every Indian. “I had a special interaction with Kashmiri Pandits in Houston.”, Prime Minister tweeted after the interaction.
PM to participate in the celebrations of 400th Parkash Purab of Sri Guru Tegh Bahadur Ji at Red Fort on 21 April

Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi will participate in the celebrations of the 400th Parkash Purab of Sri Guru Tegh Bahadur Ji at Red Fort in New Delhi on 21 April 2022 at around 9:15 PM. He will address the gathering and also release a commemorative coin and postage stamp on the occasion. The programme is being organised by the Government of India in collaboration with the Delhi Sikh Gurdwara Management Committee. During the two day (20 and 21 April) event, ragis and children from different parts of the country will participate in ‘Shabad Kirtan’. There will also be a grand light and sound show depicting the life of Guru Tegh Bahadur Ji. Apart from this, the traditional martial art of Sikhs ‘Gatka’ will also be organized. The programme is focussed on highlighting the teachings of Guru Tegh Bahadur Ji, the ninth Sikh Guru, who sacrificed his life to protect religion and human values, ideals and principles in world history. He was executed for supporting the religious freedom of Kashmiri Pandits on the orders of Mughal ruler Aurangzeb. His death anniversary is commemorated as Shaheedi Divas every year on 24 November. Gurdwara Sis Ganj Sahib and Gurdwara Rakab Ganj in Delhi are associated with his sacred sacrifice. His legacy serves as a great unifying force for the nation.
PM condoles the passing away of Rajyogini Dadi Hriday Mohini Ji

The Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi has expressed grief over the passing away of Rajyogini Dadi Hriday Mohini Ji. In a tweet, the Prime Minister said, “Rajyogini Dadi Hriday Mohini Ji will be remembered for her numerous efforts to alleviate human suffering and further societal empowerment. She played a pivotal role in spreading the positive message of the Brahma Kumaris family globally. Anguished by her passing away. Om Shanti.”