Published By : Admin | December 31, 2011 | 06:57 IST
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Shri Narendra Modi shares thoughts in his blog on тАШ2011's Message: For Transformation, 'Sauno Saath-Sauno Vikas'!тАЩ which is a recollection of the year gone by┬а
Protests defined 2011 but fact that most of them non-violent a fitting tribute to Mahatma Gandhi and his principles.
For Gujarat mass movement about Sauno Saath, Sauno Vikas (all together, growth for all)
2012 to be the тАШYear of Youth PowerтАЩ commemorating Swami VivekanandaтАЩs 150th birth anniversary
In his blog to bid farewell to the year 2011 and to welcome the New Year Chief Minister Narendra Modi said the year 2011 could be best described by the word тАШProtestтАЩ. The year that has gone by demonstrated the power peopleтАЩs protest whereas, he hoped, the New Year will demonstrate the power of collective efforts and inclusive growth.
Following is the text of Mr. Narendra ModiтАЩs blog, which can also be accessed from www.narendramodi.in.
Dear Friends,
It is that time of the year when we bid farewell to what has gone by and welcome what lies ahead. As the joys and sorrows of 2011 pave way for the expectations and apprehensions of 2012, I felt it would be an appropriate exercise to go back in time and remember the year just gone by.
If there was one word that defined 2011, it was тАШprotestтАЩ. Time Magazine summed up the essence of 2011 by naming тАШThe ProtestorтАЩ as its Person of the Year. More than any individual, it was collective strength that defined the year gone by. Protests took place against Governments that were unable to live up to the aspirations of the people particularly the youth. Further, it was the cradles of human civilization that showed the way in challenging the status quo. IfEgypt marked the rise of the Arab Spring, the Middle East saw protests aplenty while the people ofGreece protested in the wake of economic downturn. EvenAmerica had its Occupy Wall Street Movement! When the forbearers of humankind become grounds of such protest it is nothing less than a call for introspection.
Talking about protest and 2011, it is impossible to forget events at home. We have been at the forefront of global protests in more ways than one. It is a matter of great pride to note that most of the protests across the World were non-violent! What can be a greater tribute to Mahatma Gandhi than the fact that even today, youngsters across the world are adopting his ways in order to make their voices heard! Be it the Independence Struggle in the first half of the 20th century, 1974 Navnirman Movement in Gujarat that challenged the might of an unhealthy status quo or 1975 Emergency when democracy came under severe strain, India continued to show the world the power of peaceful protest.
Protests in Indiatook place as a distinct change of mood engulfed the nation. Bad economics, poor governance coupled with regular attacks on the federal structure of the country have made the people of this country impatient and disappointed. From corporate leaders to people on the street, there is near total talk of a тАШgovernance deficitтАЩ, a тАШpolicy paralysisтАЩ covering the nation. This explains best the scores of protests acrossIndia against complacent Governments, be it in the states or at the Centre.
But, there remains a shining ray of hope in the midst of these otherwise difficult times. Rather than being disappointed or overtly critical we must view them as a ray of opportunity! During my recent trip to China, I spoke of how it is now for Asiato emerge as a growth engine of the world in the wake of the global financial crisis. The crisis of western capitalism is a unique opportunity for India to lead the world, accelerate her growth and pull out the millions of people from the clutches of poverty.
Friends, mass movements are not only about protests. I consider myself fortunate to be witnessing a mass movement that that is manifested in the spirit of Sauno Saath, Sauno Vikas (all together, growth for all), where inclusive growth with collective effort creates a unique mass movement for overall development. In Gujarat, we added a 4th S of Sadbhavana to our 3 S (Speed, Scale and Skill) model of progress.I am overwhelmed when I see so many people coming under one roof to show the world the power that drives GujaratтАЩs growth. Mass movements are as much created when the entire state administration including ministers and senior officials go out to the villages asking families to educate their girl child. When I read about a 16-year old specially abled girl breaking cricketing records in Khel Mahakumbh 2011 it was as much a mass movement suggesting large-scale inclusion! These instances inspire me to work harder so that the ocean of talent is recognized and is able to serve the country to the fullest.
Our democracy remains both young and strong. While we face numerous challenges from both within and outside, I am confident we will emerge stronger, like we have done in the past. In the coming year let us resolve to working towards taking Indiaahead. The Gujarat Government has declared 2012 as the тАШYear of Youth PowerтАЩ commemorating the 150th birth anniversary of Swami Vivekananda. No growth is compete till our youth is given an opportunity to shine and I am sure this will give a boost to youth talent and generate opportunities.
If there is one lasting message of 2011, it is that people power is necessary but not sufficient to transform nations. People power must be combined with good governance to bring about real, deep and lasting change.This combination can achieve almost everything from eliminating corruption to ending malnutrition and illiteracy. It can create a better future for ourselves and generations to come. In Gujarat, good governance coupled with development and harmony has amplified the power of 6 crore Gujaratis. I hope we can do the same as Indians for our nation. If 2011 unleashed the power of protest, let 2012 furtherdemonstrate the power of Sauno Saath, Sauno Vikas!
I take this opportunity to wish you and your loved ones a very Happy 2012! With the blessings of Almighty, may the New Year bring both joy and success at your doorstep!
Tamil Nadu has been a bastion of Indian nationalism: PM Modi
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“Tamil Nadu has been a bastion of Indian nationalism”
“Under the guidance of Adheenam and Raja Ji we found a blessed path from our sacred ancient Tamil Culture - the path of transfer of power through the medium of Sengol”
“In 1947 Thiruvaduthurai Adheenam created a special Sengol. Today, pictures from that era are reminding us about the deep emotional bond between Tamil culture and India's destiny as a modern democracy”
“Sengol of Adheenam was the beginning of freeing India of every symbol of hundreds of years of slavery”
“it was the Sengol which conjoined free India to the era of the nation that existed before slavery”
“The Sengol is getting its deserved place in the temple of democracy”
