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Address by PM at Leaders’ Summit on Climate 2021
Speaker: Narendra Modi
Date: 22 Apr, 2021

Your Excellency President Biden, Distinguished colleagues, My fellow Citizens of this Planet, Namaskar! I would like to thank President Biden for taking this initiative.Humanity is battling a global pandemic right now.And, this event is a timely reminder that the grave threat of Climate Change has not disappeared. In fact, Climate Change is a lived reality for millions around the world.Their lives and livelihoods are already facing its adverse consequences. Friends, For humanity to combat Climate Change, concrete action is needed.We need such action at a high speed, on a large scale, and with a global scope.We, in India, are doing our part.Our ambitious renewable energy target of 450 Gigawatts by 2030 shows our commitment. Despite our development challenges, we have taken many bold steps on clean energy, energy efficiency, afforestation and bio-diversity.That is why we are among the few countries whose NDCs are 2-degree-Celsius compatible. We have also encouraged global initiatives like International Solar Alliance, LeadIT, and the Coalition for Disaster Resilient Infrastructure. Friends, As a climate-responsible developing country, India welcomes partners to create templates of sustainable development in India.These can also help other developing countries, who need affordable access to green finance and clean technologies. That is why, President Biden and I are launching the “India-US climate and clean energy Agenda 2030 partnership”. Together, we will help mobilise investments, demonstrate clean technologies, and enable green collaborations. Friends, Today, as we discuss global climate action, I want to leave one thought with you.India’s per capita carbon footprint is 60% lower than the global average.It is because our lifestyle is still rooted in sustainable traditional practices. So today, I want to emphasise the importance of lifestyle change in climate action.Sustainable lifestyles and a guiding philosophy of “Back to Basics” must be an important pillar of our economic strategy for the post-Covid era. Friends, I recall the words of the great Indian monk Swami Vivekananda.He called on us to “Arise, awake and stop not until the goal is reached”.Let us make this a Decade of Action against climate change. Thank you. Thank you very much.
PM’s remarks on 100th anniversary of the Kingdom of Jordan
Speaker: Narendra Modi
Date: 13 Apr, 2021

I extend my heartiest congratulations on the occasion of the 100th anniversary of the Kingdom of Jordan. My warm greetings to His Majesty King Abdullah and to the people of Jordan. Jordan is a respected name in historical and religious heritage of the world. Under the far-sighted leadership of His Majesty King Abdullah, Jordan has achieved sustainable and inclusive growth. Its progress in economic, social and cultural development has been remarkable. In an important region of the world, Jordan has emerged as a powerful voice and a global symbol of moderation and inclusivity. It has emerged as a model State living in peace with its neighbours, and is a symbol of stability and a voice of reason. His Majesty the King continues to play a key role in the promotion of peace in West Asia. The Aqaba Process has contributed to promoting coordination on regional peace and security. Similarly, the Amman Message of 2004 was a powerful call for tolerance, unity, and respect for human dignity. The same message was reiterated in New Delhi in 2018 during the historic visit of His Majesty the King. He graciously accepted my invitation to share his thoughts on ”The Role of Faith in the Future of the World” at a gathering of religious scholars. India and Jordan are united in the belief that moderation and peaceful co-existence are essential for peace and prosperity. We will continue to walk side by side in our joint efforts for a better future for all humanity. Once again, I extend my heartiest greetings to His Majesty and to the people of Jordan on this happy occasion. Alf Mabrook, a thousand congratulations, and Shukran , Thank You.
PM’s message on ‘Tika Utsav’
Speaker: Narendra Modi
Date: 11 Apr, 2021

My dear countrymen, Today, we are launching ‘Tika Utsav’ from 11th April, which is the birth anniversary of Jyotiba Phule. The ‘Tika Utsav’ will continue till 14th April, i.e., the birth anniversary of Baba Saheb Ambedkar. This festival is, in a way, the beginning of another major war against Corona. We have to lay special emphasis on personal hygiene as well as social hygiene. We must remember these four things. Each One- Vaccinate One, that is, help those who are less educated and elderly, who cannot go and get vaccinated themselves. Each One- Treat One, that is, help people who do not have the means or do not know about the facilities available for vaccination. Each One- Save One, i.e., Emphasis should be that I should wear a mask and in this way I save myself and save the lives of others also. And the fourth important thing is that in the event of someone contracting corona, the people of the society should lead in the creation of ‘micro-containment zones’. Family members and people of the society should create a ‘micro-containment zone’ wherever a Corona positive case has been reported. In a country with a dense population like India, ‘micro-containment zone’ is also an important way to fight corona. In the event of detection of a single positive case, it is very important for all of us to be alert and to test the rest of the people. At the same time, the society and the administration have to make every effort to get the vaccine administered to the eligible people. We have to ensure that not a single vaccine is lost. We have to move towards zero vaccine waste. In the meantime, we have to move towards optimum utilization of the country’s vaccination capacity. This is also a way to increase our capacity. Our success will be determined by our awareness of the ‘micro containment zone’. Our success will be determined not to leave the house when there is no need. Our success will be decided that those who are eligible for vaccination are vaccinated. Our success will also depend on whether we wear masks and follow other rules. Friends, In these four days, we have to make every effort to achieve our goals at the individual level, at the society level and at the administration level. I am confident that we will once again be able to control corona with people’s participation and discharging our responsibility, while remaining alert. Remember– Medicine as well as strict adherence to protocols. Thank you! Yours, Narendra Modi.
PM’s speech at the India-Netherlands Virtual Summit
Speaker: Narendra Modi
Date: 09 Apr, 2021

Excellency, Greetings and thank you very much for sharing your thoughts. Your party has achieved its fourth consecutive major victory under your leadership. I had immediately congratulated you on Twitter for the same, but today as we are meeting up virtually, I wish to take this opportunity to congratulate you once again and wish you all the best! Excellency, Our relations are based on shared values ​​like democracy and the rule of law. Our approach towards global challenges like climate change, terrorism, pandemics is also the same. Convergence is also emerging on our thoughts about new areas like Indo-Pacific resilient supply chains and Global Digital Governance. Today, we will give a new dimension to this bond with our Strategic Partnership on Water. The establishment of a fast track mechanism for promoting investment will also add new momentum to our strong economic cooperation. I am confident that in the post-Covid period many new opportunities will open up in which like-minded countries like ours can increase mutual cooperation. Excellency, The visit of Their Majesties to India in 2019 has given a boost to India-Netherlands relations. I believe that today our Virtual Summit will add further momentum to the relations. Excellency, Just as you mentioned about the Indian diaspora, it is true that a large number of people of Indian origin are living there in Europe, but I want to express my heartfelt gratitude to you for the care and concern that you have shown to the people of Indian origin in this corona period, in this pandemic. We will also get the opportunity to discuss various issues during the COP-26 as well as the India-EU summit with the European Union.
Remarks by PM at India-Seychelles High Level Virtual Event (April 08, 2021)
Speaker: Narendra Modi
Date: 08 Apr, 2021

President of the Republic of Seychelles, The Honorable Wavel Ramkalawan Ji, Distinguished guests, Namaskar, I would like to begin by extending my warm greetings to President Ramkalawan Ji. He is a son of India, with his roots in Gopalganj district of Bihar. Today, not just the people of his village Parsauni, but all Indians feel proud of his achievements. His election as President shows the faith that the people of Seychelles have in his dedication to public service. Friends, I fondly remember my visit to Seychelles in 2015. It was the first destination in my tour to Indian Ocean Region countries. India and Seychelles share a strong and vital partnership in the Indian Ocean neighborhood. Seychelles is central to India’s vision of ‘SAGAR’ – ‘Security and Growth for All in the Region’. India is honoured to be a partner of Seychelles in the development of its security capabilities and in meeting its infrastructural and developmental needs. Today marks an important milestone in our relations. We are meeting to jointly inaugurate several new projects completed under our development partnership. Friends, A free, independent and efficient judicial system is vital for all democracies. We are happy to have contributed towards the construction of the New Magistrates’ Court Building in Seychelles. This state of the art building has been completed even during these testing times of Covid-19 pandemic. I am sure that it will be long remembered as a symbol of our deep and abiding friendship. India has always believed in a human-centric approach to development cooperation. This philosophy is reflected in the ten High Impact Community Development Projects being inaugurated today. These projects will bring positive change in the lives of communities spread across Seychelles. Friends, India is committed to strengthening the maritime security of Seychelles. Today, we are handing over a new, state of the art, Made in India, Fast Patrol Vessel to the Seychelles Coast Guard. This vessel will help Seychelles to protect its maritime resources. Climate change poses a special threat to island countries. Therefore, I am happy that today we are handing over a One MegaWatt solar power plant in Seychelles built with India’s assistance. All these projects reflect the development priorities of Seychelles, which is of growth with care for nature. Friends, India is honored to have played the role of a strong partner of Seychelles in this fight against COVID pandemic. During times of need, we were able to supply essential medicines and 50,000 doses of ‘Made in India’ vaccines to Seychelles. Seychelles was the first African country to receive the ‘Made in India’ COVID-19 vaccines. I wish to assure President Ramkalawan Ji that India will continue to stand firmly with Seychelles in its efforts for post-Covid economic recovery. Friends, India-Seychelles friendship is truly special. And, India takes immense pride in this relationship. I once again convey my best wishes to President Ramkalawan Ji and the people of Seychelles. Thank you. Thank you very much. Namaste
PM’s Opening Remarks at the India-Finland Virtual Summit
Speaker: Narendra Modi
Date: 16 Mar, 2021

Excellency, Namaskar! Many thanks for your remarks. Excellency, I offer my heartfelt condolences on behalf of India for the loss of lives in Finland from COVID-19. Under your leadership, Finland has efficiently handled this pandemic. I congratulate you for that. Excellency, During this pandemic, India has taken care of its domestic front as well as the needs of the world. Last year, we sent medicines and other essential materials to more than 150 countries. And, recently, we have supplied more than 58 million doses of vaccines made in India to about 70 countries. I want to assure you that we will continue to support the entire humanity to our potential. Excellency, Both Finland and India believe in a rules-based, transparent, humanist and democratic global order. Both the countries have strong cooperation in areas like technology, innovation, clean energy, environment, education, etc. All sectors will also be very important for global economic recovery in the post-COVID period. Finland is a global leader in the field of clean energy, and is also an important partner in India. And whenever you expressed concerns about the climate, I sometimes tell our friends jokingly that we have done so much injustice to nature and nature is so angry that today all of us human beings are being forced to hide our faces behind masks.  We have set ambitious goals for achieving climate objectives in India. In renewable energy, we have set a target of 450 GW installed capacity by 2030. We have also taken initiatives such as the International Solar Alliance (ISA) and the Coalition for Disaster Resilient Infrastructure (CDRI) to enhance international cooperation. I urge Finland to join ISA and CDRI. These international institutions will benefit greatly from the expertise of Finland. Excellency, Finland also holds a leading position in the fields of new and emerging technologies, digital infrastructure, education and skill development. We have the potential for cooperation in all these areas. I am happy that today we are declaring a new partnership in the fields of ICT, mobile technology and digital education. Our Education Ministry is also launching a high level dialogue. I hope that today’s summit will further accelerate the development of India-Finland relations. Excellency, This is our first meeting today. Wish we could meet in person. But since last one year, we are all becoming accustomed to meeting virtually with the help of technology. But I am happy that we will soon have the opportunity to meet during the India-EU Summit in Portugal and the India-Nordic Summit in Denmark. I also invite you to visit India. Please come to India whenever it is convenient for you. Let me conclude my opening remarks. We will discuss more in the next session. Many thanks.
PM’s opening remarks at the first Quadrilateral Leaders’ Virtual Summit
Speaker: Narendra Modi
Date: 12 Mar, 2021

Your Excellencies, President Biden, Prime Minister Morrison, and Prime Minister Suga, It is good to be among friends! I thank President Biden for this initiative. Excellencies, we are united by our democratic values, and our commitment to a free, open and inclusive Indo-Pacific. Our agenda today – covering areas like vaccines, climate change and emerging technologies – makes the Quad a force for global good. I see this positive vision as an extension of India’s ancient philosophy of Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam, which regards the world as one family. We will work together, closer than ever before, for advancing our shared values and promoting a secure, stable and prosperous Indo-Pacific. Today’s summit meeting shows that Quad has come of age. It will now remain an important pillar of stability in the region. Thank You.
PM’s address at the Valedictory Function of India-Australia circular Economy Hackathon (I-ACE)
Speaker: Narendra Modi
Date: 19 Feb, 2021

Friends, In June last year, Prime Minister Morrison and I discussed the possibility of organizing a hackathon on the Circular Economy. I am glad that our idea has been realized so soon. I thank my dear friend, Prime Minister Scott Morrison for his support to this joint initiative. I also commend all the participants for their commitment despite the COVID-19 pandemic. For me you are all winners. Friends, As humanity faces the challenges posed by Climate Change, the theme of this Hackathon is relevant to the whole world. Consumption-oriented economic models have put a great strain on our planet. We must never forget, that we are not the owners of all that Mother Earth has to offer, but merely its trustees for all the future generations to come. It is not enough to make our production processes more efficient and less polluting. No matter how fast or slow one drives, if the direction is wrong, then one is bound to reach the wrong destination. And so, we must set the right direction. We must look at our consumption patterns, and how we can reduce their ecological impact. This is where the concept of a Circular Economy comes in. It can be a key step in solving many of our challenges. Recycling and reusing things, eliminating waste, and improving resource efficiency must become part of our lifestyles. This hackathon has seen innovative solutions from Indian and Australian students, startups and entrepreneurs. These innovations show your commitment to the philosophy of circular economy. I have no doubt that your innovations will inspire our two countries to take the lead in circular economy solutions. And, for that, we must now also explore ways to scale-up and incubate these ideas. Friends, The power of youth comes from openness to new ideas and innovations, and the ability to take risks. The energy and enthusiasm of today’s youthful participants is a symbol of the forward-looking partnership between India and Australia. I have full confidence in the energy, creativity and out-of-box thinking of our youth. They can offer sustainable, holistic solutions to not just our two countries but to the whole world. The strong India-Australia partnership will play an important role in shaping the post-COVID world. And our youth, our young innovators, our startups, will be at the forefront of this partnership. Thank you! Thank you very much!
PM’s remarks ahead of the Budget Session in Parliament
Speaker: Narendra Modi
Date: 29 Jan, 2021

Namaskar friends, The first session of this decade is commencing today. This decade is very important for the bright future of India. And, therefore, a golden opportunity has come before the nation to fulfill the dreams seen by the freedom fighters fast. There should be proper utilization of this decade and, therefore, there should be discussions and presentation of different views for meaningful results keeping in mind this entire decade. These are the expectations of the country. I am sure that the hope and expectation with which the people of the country have sent all of us to Parliament, we will not shy away from contributing to fulfill the aspirations of the people, by making full use of this sacred place of Parliament and following all the propriety of democracy. I have full faith that all the MPs will make this session more productive. This is also a budget session. Perhaps, for the first time in the history of India it has happened that our Finance Minister had to present four-five mini budgets as separate packages in 2020. That is, the series of mini budgets continued in a way in 2020. And I am confident that this budget will also be seen as a part of the series of those four-five budgets. Once again, I along with all the MPs of both the Houses are committed and will strive to further the message of the Hon’ble President under his guidance. Many thanks.
PM’s address at Climate Adaptation Summit 2021
Speaker: Narendra Modi
Date: 25 Jan, 2021

Excellencies, India welcomes the Climate Adaptation Summit and applauds the leadership of Prime Minister Mark Rutte towards this cause. Climate Adaptation is more significant today than ever before. And, it is a key element of India’s developmental efforts. We have promised ourselves that: • We will not just meet our Paris Agreement targets, but exceed them; •We will not just arrest environmental degradation but reverse it; and, •We will not just create new capacities but make them an agent for global good. Our actions show our commitment. We are targeting 450 gigawatt of renewable energy capacity by 2030. We are promoting LED lights and saving 38 million tons of carbon-di-oxide emissions annually. We are going to restore 26 million hectares of degraded land by 2030. We are providing clean cooking fuel to 80 million rural households. We are connecting 64 million households to piped water supply. And, our initiatives have not been restricted to India alone. The International Solar Alliance and the Coalition for Disaster Resilient Infrastructure show the power of global climate partnership. I call upon the Global Commission on Adaptation to work with CDRI to enhance infrastructure resilience globally. And, I invite all of you to the Third International Conference on Disaster Resilient Infrastructure later this year in India. Excellencies, India’s civilizational values teach us that importance of living in harmony with nature. Our ancient scripture Yajurveda teaches us that our relationship with planet earth is that of a mother and her child. If we take care of mother earth, she will continue to nurture us. To adapt to Climate Change, our lifestyles must also adapt to this ideal. This sentiment should guide our way forward. I thank you!
PM’s remarks at the India-Bangladesh virtual bilateral summit
Speaker: Narendra Modi
Date: 17 Dec, 2020

Your Excellency, Prime Minister Sheikh Hasinaji, Namaskar! Many congratulations on Victory day and best wishes for Poush Porban! Today the whole world is organizing virtual summits. But this medium is not new for us. We have been interacting via video conferencing for many years now. Several times we have also launched and inaugurated projects via video conferencing. Excellency, Following the Victory Day, our meeting today is of even more special significance. It is a matter of pride for us to celebrate the historic victory of Bangladesh over Anti-liberation forces as the Victory Day with you. Today, when Bangladesh is celebrating forty nine years of independence, I pay homage to the martyrs of both the countries who sacrificed their lives. On the occasion of Victory Day, yesterday I paid tributes at the National War Memorial in India and lighted a ‘Golden Victory Torch’. These four ‘Victory Torches’ will tour all over India and will be taken to all the villages of our martyrs. Since 16 December, we are celebrating the ‘Golden Victory Year’, during which many events will be organized across India. Excellency, I congratulate you on behalf of all the Indians on the occasion of ‘Mujib Borsho’, Thank you for the invitation to visit Bangladesh next year. It would be a matter of pride for me to pay tribute to Bangabandhu with you. Excellency, Bangladesh is a major pillar of our ‘Neighborhood First’ policy. From the very first day, strengthening and development of relations with Bangladesh has been a special priority for me. It’s a fact that this year has been challenging due to the global pandemic. But it is a matter of gratification that India and Bangladesh had good cooperation in this difficult time. Whether it be medicines or medical equipment, or working with health professionals. We are also having good cooperation in the field of vaccine. We will also take special care of your needs in this regard. I thank you for the contribution of Bangladesh under SAARC framework. Other than health, this year our special partnership has been steadily advancing in other areas as well. We reduced hurdles in land border trade, expanded connectivity between the two countries, and added new means. All this reflects our intentions to further strengthen our relationship. Excellency, “Mujib Chirantar” – Bangabandhu’s message is eternal. And it is in this spirit only that we honor his legacy too. The legacy of Bangabandhu is clearly reflected in your excellent leadership. Also, your personal commitment to our bilateral relations is very clear. It is a matter of pride for me that today I am getting an opportunity to release a stamp in honor of Bangabandhu, and inaugurate a digital exhibition on Bapu and Bangabandhu with you. I hope that the exhibition on Bapu and Bangabandhu will inspire our youth, wherein a special section have also been dedicated to Kasturba Gandhi ji and revered Bongmataji. Excellency, Now I would like to invite your opening remarks.