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PM’s letter to the teaching community on Teachers’ Day

Greeting the Teachers’ community, and paying tribute to Dr. S. Radhakrishnan on Teachers’ Day, Prime Minister Narendra Modi has said that teachers inspire as well as inform, educate and enlighten. In an email sent to lakhs of teachers, the Prime Minister mentioned their tremendous influence on the lives of children, and added that the values inculcated by teachers stay with the students for a lifetime. The Prime Minister quoted former President Dr. APJ Abdul Kalam, who had said: “Teaching is a very noble profession that shapes the character, calibre and future of an individual.” Shri Narendra Modi said that the 21st century will be shaped by societies that accord topmost importance to education, research, and innovation. “Needless to say, this makes the role of our teachers extremely vital,” he added. “I am sure you are keeping up-to-date with the latest advances in technology and further connecting your students with the technological trends,” the Prime Minister wrote in his letter to teachers. He also mentioned some of the efforts that the Government of India is undertaking to bring about a paradigm shift in the education sector. “Thanks to the monumental efforts of teachers like you, the focus has successfully shifted from outlays to outcomes, from teaching to learning. The emphasis on skill development has received a significant push due to the Atal Tinkering Labs. Numerous universities are being set up across India so that no youngster is denied the joys of quality education,” the Prime Minister said. Noting that on 2nd October, we mark the start of the 150th birth anniversary celebrations of Mahatma Gandhi, the Prime Minister exhorted the teaching community to take the lead in furthering the thoughts and noble ideals of Bapu in an innovative manner, among the students. He appreciated the “stupendous role of the teaching community in strengthening the Swachh Bharat Mission.” Reiterating his vision of a New India by 2022, when we mark 75 years of freedom, the Prime Minister urged the teaching community to devote the coming four years towards fulfilling the dreams and vision of those who gave their lives for our freedom. “I urge you to focus on any issue close to your heart, mobilise local communities and make a positive difference in the lives of those around you. This would be a fitting tribute to our freedom fighters and further the resolve to build a New India,” the Prime Minister said.
Proposal to permit utilization of India’s capital contribution to SAARC Development Fund

The Union Cabinet chaired by the Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi, today gave its approval for the proposal to permit utilization of India’s capital contribution to the SAARC Development Fund (SDF) for its Economic and Infrastructure Windows, in addition to the existing approval for utilizing India’s capital contribution for the Social Window of SDF. The approval will help in promoting projects such as cross border infrastructure. Such projects will help improve intra-SAARC trade and growth potential of the SAARC region, and also in promoting financial inclusion and social security to disadvantaged/vulnerable sections of society in the region. There are no additional financial implications for India, as it only entails a restructuring of India’s capital contribution to the SDF. Background:- The SDF was set up in 2008 to improve the livelihood of the people and to accelerate economic growth, social progress and poverty alleviation in the region. The SDF Charter provides for utilization of the Fund, for projects in three windows: (i) Social Window; (ii) Economic Window; (iii) Infrastructure Window. At the 18th SAARC Summit held in November 2014 in Kalhmandu, leaders agreed to operationalize the SDF’s Economic Window and Infrastructure Window at the earliest, for effective implementation of regional and sub-regional projects. In light of the pressing need to address infrastructure bottlenecks for improved growth of the SAARC region, it is pertinent to use India’s capital contribution to SDF for its Economic and Infrastructure Windows in addition to the Social Window.
PM’s remarks after dedication to the Nation of 2.5 MT steel plant at IISCO, Burnpur

The Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi, today described the Union Government and 29 State Governments as 30 pillars of “TEAM INDIA” which would take India forward. Addressing a large public meeting at Burnpur after dedicating to the Nation the 2.5 MT modernized and expanded IISCO steel plant at Burnpur, the Prime Minister mentioned various instances of cooperative federalism of recent months, including the setting up of the NITI Aayog, and the devolution of additional revenues to the States through acceptance of the recommendations of the 14th Finance Commission. “Koi “iisco” kahe, koi usko kahe, lekin aaj ka avsar toh hum sabko garv dene vaala hai,” the Prime Minister said. The Prime Minister said that the decades old Land Boundary issue between India and Bangladesh had been successfully resolved through the same spirit of Team India, as all state governments and political parties had come together to support the resolution of the issue. The Prime Minister said it was time for India to address the issue of “geographical imbalance” too along with economic and social imbalance. He said that eastern India too should develop as fast as western India is developing, and for that, development of Bengal is essential. The Prime Minister said “District Mineral Foundations” would be set up to help speed up progress and welfare of the poor in the mineral-rich districts. He said that within a year, the atmosphere of gloom has lifted, and all global rating agencies now agree that India is among the world’s fastest growing economies.
PM’s meeting with Myanmar President U Thein Sein

Focus on connectivity, cultural contacts and commercial ties. Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi, today met the President of Myanmar, Mr. U Thein Sein, at the Presidential Palace, shortly after arrival in Nay Pyi Taw. This was the first meeting between the two leaders, and focus was on connectivity, cultural contacts and commercial ties, during the 45-minute meeting. Prime Minister Narendra Modi and President Thein Sein reviewed the progress of major connectivity projects between the two countries including the India Myanmar Thailand trilateral highway, and Kaladan transport project. Both sides see the trilateral highway as an opportunity for industrial cooperation, and sought to explore the possibility of setting up industrial parks along the highway. The Imphal-Mandalay bus service also came up for discussion. Both sides reviewed cultural contacts and it was noted that students from Myanmar shall also study at Nalanda University. President Thein Sein said that as India grows and develops, Myanmar would also benefit. The possibility of India investing in Special Economic Zones in Myanmar was discussed. Investment in the oil and gas sector in Myanmar, and India`s assistance in development projects in the agriculture and skill development sectors also came up for discussion. Shri Narendra Modi recalled the warm communication he had received from President Thein Sein as he assumed the office of the Prime Minister. President Thein Sein congratulated the Prime Minister and said he had been closely following events in India, and also followed the development model of Gujarat when Shri Narendra Modi was Chief Minister. President Thein Sein invited Shri Narendra Modi for a bilateral visit. He said there is a lot of commonality between the two countries and he sees the two countries as brothers. He also suggested that the Prime Minister visit Bagan and Mandalay. The Prime Minister accepted the invitation and also extended an invitation to President Thein Sein to visit India.
PM congratulates Sania Mirza and Martina Hingis on US Open victory

Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi, has congratulated Ms. Sania Mirza and Ms. Martina Hingis on their victory at the US Open Women’s Doubles finals. “Congratulations, Ms. Sania Mirza and Ms. Martina Hingis on the phenomenal victory at the US Open. Your accomplishments make us proud”, the Prime Minister said.
PM complements all those involved in eco-friendly and sustainable development

The Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi has complemented all those involved in eco-friendly and sustainable development. Shri Modi has said that from this, the Infra creation and circular economy, both will get an impetus. In response to a tweet by the Border Roads Organisation, the Prime Minister said; “Infra creation and circular economy, both will get an impetus. Compliments to all those involved with this effort.”
MoU between India and Lithuania for Cooperation in the field of agriculture

The Union Cabinet chaired by the Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi has given its approval for signing of a Memorandum of Understanding between India and Lithuania for cooperation in the field of agriculture. The MoU provides for cooperation in the fields of agriculture production including horticulture, post-harvest management, organic farming, cold chain development and agro processing industry, animal husbandry, dairying and aquaculture etc. The cooperation between the two countries shall be undertaken through biennial work plan to be drawn up mutually to give effect to the objectives of the instant MoU. It is expected that the MoU would help in capacity building, knowledge exchange between scientists and technicians, exchange of genetic resources, development of appropriate technologies and farm practices for enhancing agriculture productivity at farmer’s field.
PM takes first dose of COVID-19 vaccine

Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi took his first dose of the COVID-19 vaccine today, at AIIMS New Delhi. In a tweet, the Prime Minister said, “Took my first dose of the COVID-19 vaccine at AIIMS. Remarkable how our doctors and scientists have worked in quick time to strengthen the global fight against COVID-19. I appeal to all those who are eligible to take the vaccine. Together, let us make India COVID-19 free!”
PM pays tribute to Dr. Rajendra Prasad on his Jayanti

Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi has paid tributes to the first President of India, Dr. Rajendra Prasad, on his Jayanti. “Inspired by Mahatma Gandhi, Dr. Rajendra Prasad became an active part of India’s freedom struggle. He participated in grass root level movements such as the non-cooperation movement and provided great leadership to the Constituent Assembly as its President. As the first President of India, his leadership and guidance was extremely valuable for our nation during the formative years. Generations of Indians are inspired by Dr. Rajendra Prasad’s distinguished service”, the Prime Minister said.
Cabinet approves Signing of Agreement between India and Ukraine for cooperation in Agriculture and Food Industry

The Union Cabinet chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi has approved Signing of Agreement between the India and Ukrain for cooperation in Agriculture and Food Industry. The proposed Agreement provides for cooperation in various fields of agriculture and food Industry. A Joint Working Group comprising of representatives from both countries would be constituted, the task of which would be to discuss and prepare plans of cooperation in identified sectors and to monitor the implementation of tasks determined by the Parties. The meetings of the Working Group shall take place at least every two years, alternately in the Republic of India and in Ukraine. This Agreement shall enter into force on the date of its signing and shall remain in force for a period of five (5) years, being automatically extended for subsequent periods of five (5) years. This Agreement can be terminated after six (6) months from the date of receipt of notification of either Party of its intention to terminate this Agreement.
Cabinet approves signing of Contract between India and France to support ITF activities on the Indian Transport Sector

The Union Cabinet, chaired by the Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi was apprised of the signing of Contract between the Organisation for Economic Cooperation and Development, France on behalf of the International Transport Forum and the Technology Information, Forecasting and Assessment Council (TIFAC), India to support the International Transport Forum (ITF) activities on the Indian Transport Sector. The Contract was signed on 6th July, 2022. The activities to be carried out under this Contract will lead to: i. New scientific results; ii. New policy insights; iii. Capacity building through increase scientific interaction iv. Identification of technology options for decarbonization of transport sector in India.
PM to lay the foundation stone of rural drinking water supply projects in Vindhyachal region of Uttar Pradesh on 22nd November

Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi will lay the foundation stone of rural drinking water supply projects in Mirzapur and Sonbhadra districts of Vindhyachal region of Uttar Pradesh on 22nd November at 11:30 AM via video conferencing. The Prime Minister will also interact with Village Water & Sanitation Committee/ Paani Samiti Members during the event. The Chief Minister of Uttar Pradesh Shri Yogi Adityanath will also be present on the occasion. The projects will provide household tap water connections in all rural households of 2,995 villages and will benefit about 42 lakh population of these districts. Village Water and Sanitation Committees/ Paani Samiti have been constituted in all these villages, who will shoulder the responsibility of operation and maintenance. The total estimated cost of the projects is Rs 5,555.38 Crore. The projects are planned to be completed in 24 months. About Jal Jeevan Mission Announced on 15 August, 2019 by the Prime Minister from the ramparts of Red Fort, Jal Jeevan Mission aims to provide functional household tap connections to every rural home of the country by 2024. At the time of announcement of the mission in August, 2019, out of 18.93 Crore rural households, only 3.23 Crore households (17%) had tap water connections, i.e. 15.70 Crore to be provided with tap connections in next 4 years. In the last 15 months, despite Covid-19 pandemic, 2.63 Crore households have been given tap water connections and at present about 5.86 Crore (30.67%) rural households are having tap water connections.
PM condoles the demise of German Novelist Gunter Grass

Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi has condoled the demise of Nobel laureate German Novelist Günter Grass. “Günter Grass will be remembered as an intellectual powerhouse whose writing was admired all over the world. He will be missed. Rest in Peace”, the Prime Minister said.
PM to dedicate 2G Ethanol Plant in Panipat on 10th August

Plant will utilise around two lakh tonnes of rice straw to generate about three crore litres of Ethanol annually Production of biofuel will empower farmers through provision of additional income generation opportunity It will also contribute to reduction of about three lakh tonnes of Carbon Dioxide equivalent emissions per year On the occasion of World Biofuel Day, Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi will dedicate the 2nd generation (2G) Ethanol Plant in Panipat, Haryana to the nation on 10th August, 2022 at 4:30 PM via video conferencing. The dedication of the Plant is part of a long series of steps taken by the government over the years to boost the production and usage of biofuels in the country. This is in line with the Prime Minister’s constant endeavour to transform the energy sector into being more affordable, accessible, efficient and sustainable. The 2G Ethanol Plant has been built at an estimated cost of over Rs. 900 crore by Indian Oil Corporation Ltd. (IOCL) and is located close to the Panipat Refinery. Based on state-of-the-art indigenous technology, the project will turn a new chapter in India’s waste-to-wealth endeavours by utilising about 2 lakh tonnes of rice straw (parali) annually to generate around 3 crore litres of Ethanol annually. Creating an end-use for the agri-crop residue would empower farmers and provide an additional income generation opportunity for them. The Project will provide direct employment to people involved in the plant operation and indirect employment will be generated in the supply chain for rice straw cutting, handling, storage, etc. The project will have zero liquid discharge. Through reduction in burning of rice straw (parali), the project will contribute to a reduction of Greenhouse Gases equivalent to about 3 lakh tonnes of Carbon Dioxide equivalent emissions per annum, which can be understood as equivalent to replacing nearly 63,000 cars annually on the country’s roads.
PM’s Opening Remarks at the first meeting of India Central Asia Summit

Excellencies, I welcome you all to the first India-Central Asia Summit. The diplomatic relations between India and Central Asia countries have completed 30 meaningful years. Our cooperation has achieved many successes over the past three decades. And now, at this crucial juncture, we must define an ambitious vision for the coming years as well. A vision that can fulfil the aspirations of our people, especially the younger generation, in the changing world. Excellencies, At the bilateral level, India has close relations with all the Central Asian countries. Excellencies, Kazakhstan has become a vital partner for India’s energy security. I express my condolences for the recent loss of life and property in Kazakhstan. Our state governments are also active partners in our growing cooperation with Uzbekistan. This includes my home state of Gujarat as well. We have an active partnership with Kyrgyzstan in the field of education and high-altitude research. Thousands of Indian students are studying there. With Tajikistan, we have a longstanding cooperation in the field of security. And we are continuously strengthening it. Turkmenistan is an important part of Indian vision in the field of regional connectivity, which is evident from our participation in the Ashgabat Agreement. Excellencies, We all have the same concerns and objectives for regional security. We are all concerned about the developments in Afghanistan. In this context also, our mutual cooperation has become even more important for regional security and stability. Excellencies, Today’s summit has three main objectives. First, to make it clear that cooperation between India and Central Asia is essential for regional security and prosperity. From Indian point of view, I would like to emphasise that Central Asia is central to India’s vision of an integrated and stable extended neighbourhood. The second objective is to give an effective structure to our cooperation. This will establish a framework of regular interactions at different levels and among various stakeholders. And, the third objective is to create an ambitious roadmap for our cooperation. Through this, we will be able to adopt an integrated approach for regional connectivity and cooperation for the next 30 years. Excellencies, I once again warmly welcome you to the first meeting of the India-Central Asia Summit.
PM congratulates people of Manipur on opening of Kangla Nongpok Thong

The Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi has congratulated the people of Manipur on opening of Kangla Nongpok Thong in Manipur. In response to a tweet by the Chief Minister of Manipur, N Biren Singh, the Prime Minister said; “Congrats Manipur! May the spirit of peace, prosperity and happiness be enhanced across the state.”
Amendment for the seats in the Legislative Council for the successor State of Andhra Pradesh in Andhra Pradesh Reorganisation Act, 2014

The Union Cabinet chaired by the Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi, today gave its approval for amending section 23(1) and section 23(2)(i)(a) of the Andhra Pradesh Reorganisation Act, 2014 to rectify the anomaly in allocating the number of seats in Andhra Pradesh State Legislative Council and to enhance the total number of seats to 58 as per the provisions of the Constitution. Since the existing strength of Andhra Pradesh Legislative Assembly is 175 and 1/3rd of its strength is constitutionally permissible, it is hence proposed to increase the strength to 58 MLCs from current strength of 50 MLCs.
PM to lay foundation stone of New Parliament Building on December 10, 2020

Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi will lay the foundation stone of the New Parliament Building at Sansad Marg, New Delhi on December 10, 2020. The new building is an intrinsic part of the vision of ‘Aatmanirbhar Bharat’ and will be a landmark opportunity to build peoples’ Parliament for the first time after independence, one which will match the needs and aspirations of ‘New India’ in the 75th anniversary of independence in 2022. The New Parliament Building will be modern, state-of-the-art and energy efficient, with highly non-obtrusive security facilities to be built as a triangular shaped building, adjacent to the present Parliament. Lok Sabha will be 3 times of the existing size and Rajya Sabha will be substantially bigger. The interiors of the new building will showcase a rich blend of Indian culture and diversity of our regional arts, crafts, textiles and architecture. The design plan includes space for a magnificent Central Constitutional Gallery, which will be accessible to the public. The construction of New Parliament Building will utilize resource efficient green technology, promote environment friendly practices, generate employment opportunities and contribute towards economic revitalization. It will have high quality acoustics and audio-visual facilities, improved and comfortable seating arrangements, effective and inclusive emergency evacuation provisions. The building will comply with the highest structural safety standards, including adherence to Seismic Zone 5 requirements and is designed for ease of maintenance and operations. The function will be attended by Shri Om Birla, Hon’ble Speaker, Lok Sabha, Shri Pralhad Venkatesh Joshi, Minister of Parliamentary Affairs, Shri Hardeep S. Puri, Minister of State (Independent Charge), Housing & Urban Affairs, Shri Harivansh Narayan Singh, Deputy Chairman, Rajya Sabha. Around 200 dignitaries, including Union Cabinet Ministers, Ministers of State, Members of Parliament, Secretaries Ambassadors/High Commissioners will attend the function, which will also be webcast live.
PM extends his best wishes to the people of Kyrgyzstan, on their Independence Day

Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi has extended his best wishes to the people of Kyrgyzstan, on their Independence Day. “I extend my best wishes to the people of Kyrgyzstan on their Independence Day. Kyrgyzstan is India’s very valued partner in Central Asia. My recent visit to Kyrgyzstan was extremely fruitful in expanding India-Kyrgyzstan relations in a wide range of sectors”, the Prime Minister said.
PM to visit Maharashtra on December 18, 2018

The Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi, will visit Maharashtra on December 18, 2018. He will address the ‘Republic’ Summit, organized by Republic TV, in Mumbai. At a function in Raj Bhavan, the Prime Minister will release a book, titled “Timeless Laxman”, based on the famous cartoonist, RK Laxman. Important projects related to housing and urban transportation will be unveiled during the Prime Minister’s visit to the State. At a public meeting in Kalyan, the Prime Minister will lay the Foundation Stone of two important metro corridors. These are the Thane-Bhiwandi-Kalyan Metro; and the Dahisar-Mira-Bhayander Metro. The two corridors, once completed, will greatly facilitate public transport in the area. He will launch the 90,000 units’ EWS and LIG Housing scheme under the Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana. Shri Narendra Modi will also address the gathering. The Prime Minister will then proceed to Pune. He will lay the Foundation Stone of Pune Metro Phase-3. He will also address the gathering.