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PM’s engagements on 11th October 2015

PM pays respects to Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar at Chaitya Bhoomi in Mumbai. PM lays Foundation Stone of Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar Memorial. PM lays Foundation Stones of important infrastructure projects in Mumbai. PM calls on senior leaders Shri Atal Bihari Vajpayee and Shri George Fernandes. The Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi, today visited Mumbai. He paid respects to Bharat Ratna Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar, at Chaitya Bhoomi in Mumbai. The Prime Minister later unveiled a plaque to mark the laying of Foundation Stone of Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar Memorial at the Indu Mills Compound, in Mumbai. The Prime Minister unveiled the plaque for laying of the Foundation Stone of the Fourth Container Terminal of the Jawaharlal Nehru Port at Mumbai. At a public meeting, the Prime Minister also unveiled a plaque for the laying of Foundation Stone for two metro rail corridors. Addressing the gathering, the Prime Minister spoke of the contributions of Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar to the nation. He said a world-class memorial would be built at the Indu Mills Compound, and said this memorial should have public participation from all villages of Maharashtra. He said that November 26th will be observed as Constitution Day, to generate awareness about Dr. Ambedkar’s contributions. The Prime Minister strongly refuted all rumours about any review of the reservations policy. He said no one could take away the benefits that had been given by Dr. Ambedkar. The Prime Minister appreciated the work being done by Maharashtra Chief Minister Shri Devendra Fadnavis, in areas such as speeding up infrastructure development, and the “Jal Sanchay” (water storage) facilities in rural areas. The Prime Minister praised Union Ministers Shri Suresh Prabhu and Shri Nitin Gadkari for the work being done by them. He emphasized the importance of port-led development for the economic development of the country and the success of the Make in India initiative. Earlier this morning, the Prime Minister made a courtesy call on senior leaders Shri Atal Bihari Vajpayee and Shri George Fernandes on the occasion of the birth anniversary of Loknayak Jayaprakash Narayan.
PM to participate in Homage & Reception Ceremony of Swarnim Vijay Mashaals at National War Memorial on 16 December

Four flames lit by PM last year as part of Swarnim Vijay Varsh Celebrations have traversed the length and breadth of the country These flames will be merged by PM with the Eternal Flame at National War Memorial Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi will participate in the Homage & Reception Ceremony of Swarnim Vijay Mashaals at National War Memorial on 16 December, 2021 at around 10:30 AM. As a part of the Swarnim Vijay Varsh Celebrations to commemorate 50 years of India’s victory in 1971 war and formation of Bangladesh, on 16 December last year, Prime Minister lit the Swarnim Vijay Mashaal from the Eternal Flame at the National War Memorial. He also lit four flames that were to traverse along different directions. Since then, these four flames have traversed across the length and breadth of the country, including to Siachen, Kanyakumari, Andaman & Nicobar Islands, Longewala, Rann of Kutch, Agartala etc. The flames were taken to key battle areas and also to the houses of gallantry award winners and veterans of 1971 war. On 16 December 2021, during the Homage Ceremony, these four flames will be merged by the Prime Minister with the Eternal Flame at the National War Memorial.
PM pays tributes to Dr. Ram Manohar Lohia on his birth anniversary

The Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi, has paid tributes to Dr. Ram Manohar Lohia on his birth anniversary. “On his birth anniversary, I pay my tributes to Dr. Ram Manohar Lohia, a thinker par excellence who left a deep impact on Indian politics. Among many other things, Dr. Ram Manohar Lohia’s commitment towards cleanliness continues to inspire us,” the Prime Minister said.
PM interacts with Intel CEO

The Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi interacted with Mr Pat Gelsinger, CEO, Intel. Shri Modi said in a tweet. “Interacted with @PGelsinger, the CEO of @intel. Had extensive discussions on the role of technology in furthering human progress, the @_DigitalIndiaefforts and investment opportunities in India.”
Cabinet approves signing of revised air services agreement between India and Afghanistan

The Union Cabinet, chaired by the Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi, has given its approval for signing the revised Air Services Agreement between India and Afghanistan. The revised Air Services Agreement signifies an important landmark in the civil aviation relations between the two countries and has the potential to spur greater trade, investment, tourism and cultural exchanges between the two countries bringing it in tune with the developments in the civil aviation sector. It will provide enabling environment for enhanced and seamless connectivity while providing commercial opportunities to the carriers of both sides ensuring greater safety and security.
PM condoles loss of lives due to house collapse in Karnataka; approves ex-gratia from PMNRF for victims

The Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi has expressed grief over the loss of lives due to a house collapse in Belagavi, Karnataka. The Prime Minister also approved an ex-gratia from the Prime Minister’s National Relief Fund (PMNRF) for the victims. The Prime Minister Office tweeted; “The loss of lives due to a house collapse in Belagavi, Karnataka is saddening. My thoughts are with the bereaved kin in this hour of sadness. An ex-gratia of Rs. 2 lakh each from PMNRF would be paid to the next of kin of the deceased: PM @narendramodi”
MoU between India and Bhutan on Technical Cooperation in the Field of Capacity Building

The Union Cabinet chaired by the Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi today gave its approval for signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) between India and Bhutan on technical cooperation in the field of capacity building, benchmarking and bilateral exchange in infrastructure engineering. India and Bhutan have had a long standing diplomatic, economic and cultural relations with each other. The India-Bhutan friendship treaty signed in New Delhi in February, 2007 also strengthens the mutual relations. The Hon’ble Prime Minister of India Shri Narendra Modi made a state visit to Bhutan in June 2014. The visit reinforced the tradition of regular high level exchanges between the two countries. During the Indian Prime Ministers’ visit, the two sides agreed to continue close coordination and cooperation in areas relating to their national interest. The MoU is in furtherance of Article 2,7 and 8 of the India-Bhutan friendship treaty. The MoU will provide an Umbrella for educational, scientific & technical research and environment protection which are also stated aim of the India-Bhutan foundation established in August 2003. There is already ongoing Hydro Power Cooperation between the two countries which provides an exemplary template for mutual cooperation. Through this MoU, the Central Public Works Department will stand to gain in terms of experience in hills road construction which is of paramount importance in J&K, Himachal Pradesh, Uttarakhand and various States of North-East Region. The CPWD also expects to garner some road construction projects in Bhutan.
Cabinet approves MoU with the African Asian Rural Development Organization in the field of rural development

The Union Cabinet chaired by the Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi has given its approval to the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) between India and the African Asian Rural Development Organization (AARDO) for capacity building programmes in the field of rural development. The MoU for the triennium 2015 – 2017 is being signed under which capacity building programmes for AARDO member countries will be organized every year during the triennium at various Institutions of Excellence in India such as National Institute of Rural Development & Panchayati Raj (NIRD & PR), institutions governed by the Indian Council of Agricultural Research (ICAR), Indian Institute of Management (IIM) and others. The duration of each training programme shall be of two to three weeks. The Post Graduate Diploma in Rural Development Management Course at NIRD & PR under this scheme is for one year. Background: The AARDO, which has its headquarters in New Delhi, is an autonomous, inter-Governmental organization established in 1962 with the objective of promoting cooperation among the countries of the African – Asian Region in the direction of eradicating thirst, hunger, illiteracy, disease and poverty in the region. India is one of the Founder Members of the Organization and is the largest contributor in terms of membership contribution of US$ 141,100 apart from contributing by way of providing 70 fully paid training scholarships for Human Resource Development Programme under the Indian Technical & Economic Cooperation Programme (ITEC) to the Organization. India has also provided a building for housing the AARDO Secretariat in Delhi and considerable financial assistance is given to AARDO for maintenance of the building. AARDO currently has 31 countries of the African – Asian Region under its fold. Since the year 2009, India is continuing to provide an Additional Contribution of US$ 600,000 to AARDO for each triennium 2009-2011 to expand its scale and scope of the Capacity Building Programmes of AARDO for the benefit of Member Countries.
PM, Chancellor Merkel co-chair 4th India Germany Inter-Govermental Consultations in Berlin

The Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi, and German Chancellor Angela Merkel today co-chaired the 4th India Germany Inter-Govermental Consultations in Berlin. Addressing the media after the meeting, Prime Minister Modi appreciated Chancellor Merkel’s vision for Europe and for the world. He said outcome oriented momentum is perceptible in relations between the two countries. The Prime Minister said foreign investment from Germany to India is rising, especially for the Make in India initiative. The Prime Minister said German partnership is important for the Skill India Mission, with German parameters being “global benchmarks” which are crucial for India. The Prime Minister said cooperation is also envisaged in the sports arena, particularly in football. The Prime Minister spoke of themes such as climate protection and smart cities, which came up for discussion. He said German innovation and Indian youth could together add great dynamism in the start-up space. The Prime Minister said a global order based on democracy is the need of the hour, in an interconnected and interdependent world. Responding to a question, he said Germany and India are “made for each other.” He explained the huge synergy that exists between German capabilities and Indian requirements. He spoke of India’s pursuit of excellence in areas such as engineering, infrastructure and skill development. Describing the values of innovation and democracy, as a blessing for mankind, he said India and Germany share these values. In response to a question on climate change, the Prime Minister reiterated India’s timeless values of nurturing and protecting nature. He recalled India’s commitment to generate 175 GigaWatts of energy from renewable sources by 2022. Emphasizing the importance of protecting nature, the Prime Minister said “playing with the well-being of future generations would be an immoral and criminal act.” Earlier, during the IGC, Prime Minister Modi emphasized the big role that the European Union has to play in nurturing a rule-based global order. Both leaders shared deep concern over the global menace of terrorism, and decided to strengthen mutual counter-terrorism initiatives. The Prime Minister thanked Germany for support of Indian membership of export control regimes. Themes such as clean coal, electric mobility, science and technology cooperation, cyber-security and aviation security came up for discussion. The consultations also touched upon Afghanistan and other global matters. Both countries signed 12 agreements. A comprehensive joint statement was also issued, covering various aspects of the negotiations.
Renewal of Agreement for Scientific and Technological Cooperation between Government of India and the European Union

The Union Cabinet chaired by the Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi has been apprised of the renewed Agreement for Scientific and Technological Cooperation with European Union (EU) for another period of 5 years as effective from May 17, 2015 until 2020 reaffirming their shared commitment to research and innovation as drivers of social and economic development. The purpose of the Agreement is to strengthen the co-operation in research and development activities in science & technology fields of common interest between the research institutions of the European Union Member States and India on the basis of parity, reciprocity and co-investment of resources including funds. The cooperation activities include supporting joint research and development projects; exchange of scientists and experts, sharing of advanced research facilities, joint seminars, symposia and workshops, sharing of relevant information on science, technology and innovation policy, program and research & development projects. The Department of Science and Technology of the Government of India and the Directorate General Research and Innovation of the European Commission are the executive agencies of the cooperation activities and oversee the implementation of this Agreement through regular meeting of Joint Steering Committee on Science and Technology. Background:- The Agreement was initially signed in November, 2001 was in force till May 2015. The Agreement was renewed through exchange of diplomatic letters (Note Verbale) between Mission of India and the European Union in Brussels, Belgium and the General Secretariat of the Council of the European Union in Brussels, Belgium in March, 2016.
PM’s opening remarks at the informal summit of ‘Russia-India-China’ (RIC) leaders on the margins of G-20 Summit 2019

YourExcellencies and my friends President Xi and President Putin, We three countries had a summit level meeting last year in Argentina. After the useful exchange of views on the major issues of the world, we agreed to meet again in the future. I am very happy to welcome you to this RIC Informal Summit today. As the world’s leading economies, exchange of views between us, on the economic, political and security situation of the world is important. Our trilateral meeting today is a useful medium for discussing and coordinating on major global issues. We had exchange of views on many issues in the meeting of our Foreign Ministers in China in February this year. It included promotion of counter-terrorism, international hot-spot issues, reformed multilateralism, climate change and cooperation under RIC. Now I request His Excellency, President Xi to make his opening remarks. (After the opening remarks by President Xi) Thank you President Xi. Now I request His Excellency, President Putin for his opening remarks. Thank you President Putin. Disclaimer: PM’s remarks was delivered in Hindi. This is an approximate translation of the speech.
PM wishes former PM, Dr. Manmohan Singh on his birthday

Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi, has wished former Prime Minister, Dr. Manmohan Singh, on his birthday. “Warm birthday wishes to our former Prime Minister, Dr. Manmohan Singh. May he lead a long life filled with good health”, the Prime Minister said.
Cabinet approves setting up of new AIIMS in Bilaspur

The Union Cabinet chaired by Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi has given its approval for establishment of new AIIMS in Bilaspur (Himachal Pradesh) under the Pradhan Mantri Swasthya Suraksha Yojana (PMSSY). The cost of the project is Rs.1351 crore. Salient features: The new AIIMS will be completed in a period of 48 months with a pre-construction phase of 12 months, construction phase of 30 months and stabilization / commissioning phase of 6 months. The Institution will consist of a hospital with a capacity of 750 beds and trauma center facilities. It will have a Medical college with an intake of 100 MBBS students per year. Nursing college with an intake of 60 B.Sc. (Nursing) students per year. Residential complexes and allied facilities / services, broadly on the pattern of AIIMS, New Delhi. The hospital will have 20 Speciality/Super-Speciality Departments including 15 Operation Theatres. It will also have an AYUSH department with 30 beds for providing treatment facilities in traditional system of medicine. Impact: The establishment of new AIIMS will serve the dual purpose of providing super speciality health care to the population while also help create a large pool of doctors and other health workers in this region that can be available for primary and secondary level institutions / facilities being created under National Health Mission (NHM). Background: Under this scheme, AIIMS have been established in Bhubaneshwar, Bhopal, Raipur, Jodhpur, Rishikesh and Patna while work of AIIMS Rae Bareli is in progress. Also, three AIIMS in Nagpur (Maharashtra), Kalyani (West Bengal) and Mangalagiri in Guntur (Andhra Pradesh) have been sanctioned in 2015, two AIIMS have been sanctioned at Bathinda and Gorakhpur in 2016 and an AIIMS in Kamrup (Assam).
PM’s interaction with Governors of Russian Provinces

The Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi, today met and interacted with sixteen Governors of various provinces of Russia. The Prime Minister reiterated his vision that relationships between regions and provinces of two countries are a vital part of nurturing the bilateral relationship. He recalled warmly his visit to Astrakhan province of Russia in 2001, as Chief Minister of Gujarat. The Governors explained opportunities for increasing interaction, people to people, and business links between their provinces, and India. The Governors who attended today’s interaction included Governors of Arkhangelsk Oblast, Astrakhan Oblast, Irkutsk region, Moscow region, Primorye Territory, Republic of Kalmykia, Tatarstan, St. Petersburg, Sakhalin Oblast, Sverdlovsk Oblast, Tomsk Oblast, Tula Oblast, Ulyanovsk Oblast, Khabarovskiy Krai, Chelyabinsk Oblast, and Yaroslavl Oblast.
PM congratulates Giorgia Meloni for leading her party Fratelli d’Itaia in Italian General Elections

The Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi has congratulated Giorgia Meloni for leading her party Fratelli d’Itaia in Italian General Elections. The Prime Minister tweeted; “Congratulations @GiorgiaMeloni for leading your party @FratellidItalia to victory in the Italian general elections. We look forward to working together to strengthen our ties.”
Cabinet approves release of an instalment of Dearness Allowance to Central Government employees and Dearness Relief to Pensioners

The Union Cabinet under the Chairmanship of Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi has given its approval to release an instalment of Dearness Allowance (DA) to Central Government employees and Dearness Relief (DR) to Pensioners w.e.f. 01.07.2016 representing an increase of 2% of the revised Basic Pay/Pension, to compensate for price rise. The increase is in accordance with the accepted formula, which is based on the recommendations of the 7th Central Pay Commission. The combined impact on the exchequer on account of both Dearness Allowance and Dearness Relief would be Rs. 5622.10 crore per annum and in the Financial Year 2016-17 for the period of 8 months (i.e. from July 2016 to February 2017), it would be Rs.3748.06 crore. About 50.68 lakh Government employees and 54.24 lakh pensioners will be benefitted.
Cabinet approves Revised Cost Estimate for setting up of India Post Payments Bank

Boost to Banking Services at Post Offices across the country The Union Cabinet chaired by Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi has given its approval for revision of the project outlay for setting up of India Post Payments Bank (IPPB) from Rs. 800 crore to Rs. 1,435 crore. The additional sum of Rs. 635 crore in the revised cost estimates is on account of Rs 400 crore for Technology Costs and Rs 235 crore for Human Resource Costs. Details: • IPPB services shall be available at 650 IPPB branches and 3250 Access Points from 1st September 2018 and in all 1.55 lakh post offices (Access Points) by December 2018. • The project will generate new employment opportunity for about 3500 skilled banking professionals and other entities engaged in propagating financial literacy across the country. • The objective of the project is to build the most accessible, affordable and trusted bank for the common man; spearhead the financial inclusion agenda by removing the barriers for the unbanked and reduce the opportunity cost for the under banked populace through assisted doorstep banking. • The project will supplement Government’s vision of “less cash” economy and at the same time promote both economic growth and financial inclusion. • The robust IT architecture of IPPB has been built taking into consideration bank grade performance, fraud and risk mitigation standards and in line with the best practices from payments & banking domain. IPPB services: The IPPB will provide bouquet of payments/financial services through its technology enabled solutions which will be distributed by the Department of Posts (DoP) employees/last mile agents transforming them from mail deliverer to harbinger of financial services. The IPPB shall pay incentive/commission to the last mile agents ( Postal Staff and Gramin Dak Sewaks) directly in their accounts for providing IPPB services so as to motivate them to promote IPP8 digital services to the customers. A part of commission to be paid by IPPB to Department of Posts will be used for increasing the wherewithal of Post office
Cabinet approves MoU between India and Kyrgystan for strengthening cooperation in the field of Tourism

The Union Cabinet, chaired by the Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi has given its approval for signing Memorandum of Understanding between the Ministry of Tourism, Government of the Republic of India and Ministry of Cultural, Information & Tourism of the Government of the Kyrgyz Republic for strengthening cooperation in the field of Tourism. Considering the mutual benefits, signing of a Memorandum of Understanding in the field of tourism would enable both parties to enter into a constructive dialogue for development and promotion of tourism in each other’s country for the economic development of two nations. The signing of Memorandum of Understanding with the Kyrgyz Republic will be instrumental in increasing arrival from this important source market. The main objectives of the Memorandum of Understanding include: a) To expand bilateral cooperation in the tourism sector b) To exchange information and data related to tourism c) To encourage cooperation between tourism stakeholders including Hotels and Tour operators. d) To establish exchange programme for cooperation in Human Resource Development. e) To invest in the Tourism and Hospitality sectors. f) To exchange visits of Tour Operators / Media /Opinion Makers for promotion of two way tourism g) To exchange experiences in the areas of promotion, marketing, destination development and management. h) To participate in travel fairs /exhibitions in each other’s country and i) To promote safe & honourable and sustainable tourism. Kyrgyzstan is a part of CIS countries and is bordered by countries like Kazakhstan and Uzbekistan. India and Kyrgyzstan have enjoyed a strong diplomatic and long economic relationship. Tourist arrivals from Kyrgystan during the last five years are as follows:- 2012 2013 2014 2015 2016 1348 2103 2479 2729 2883* * January –November 2016
PM conveys his condolences to Smt Sonia Gandhi on passing away of her mother

The Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi has conveyed his condolences to Smt Sonia Gandhi on the passing away of her mother, Mrs. Paola Maino. The Prime Minister tweeted : “Condolences to Sonia Gandhi Ji on the passing away of her mother, Mrs. Paola Maino. May her soul rest in peace. In this hour of grief, my thoughts are with the entire family.”