Over 25,000 enthusiastic people gathered at the General Arun Vaidya Ground in Mumbai on Friday 12th April for an unforgettable evening under the banner of VBA 2024. The event, called 'An Evening of Music and Meditation with Viksit Bharat Ambassadors', was graced by notable guests, including playback singer Sonu Nigam, esteemed investment bankers, revered judges, and respected law enforcement officials, such as DCPs and ACPs.
VIDEO | Visuals from 'Maha Satsang with Gurudev Sri Sri Ravi Shankar' being held at General Arun Vaidya Ground in Mumbai's Borivali West. @SriSri pic.twitter.com/3At5R84WOw
— Press Trust of India (@PTI_News) April 12, 2024
In Pictures: Union Minister Piyush Goyal and Singer Sonu Nigam attend the Viksit Bharat Ambassador Program in Mumbai edition. pic.twitter.com/3iUmo15nX2
— IANS (@ians_india) April 12, 2024
The event's Chief Guest was the revered spiritual leader Gurudev Sri Sri Ravi Shankar. At the heart of the event was the message of building a 'Viksit Bharat', a movement initiated by PM Narendra Modi to amplify India's growth story as it journeys to become a developed country. Gurudev Sri Sri Ravi Shankar highlighted the importance of collective action and nurturing a positive mindset towards nation-building.
Viksit Bharat Ambassador Program, Mumbai: Sri Sri Ravi Shankar praises PM Modi for the Ram Mandir, says, "He took his time out and was attentive to every detail."
— IANS (@ians_india) April 12, 2024
(Video Credits: Art of Living) pic.twitter.com/KeZwUAeKXZ
Gurudev Sri Sri Ravi Shankar stressed the crucial role of good leadership, a positive vision, and collective responsibility in nation-building.
#WATCH | Mumbai: At 'An Evening of Music and Meditation with Viksit Bharat Ambassador' event, spiritual leader Sri Sri Ravi Shankar says, "If the leadership is good, the people are good. As is the vision, so is the creation. But it takes time. You cannot assume it all to happen… pic.twitter.com/rrlSNPLNJN
— ANI (@ANI) April 12, 2024
He reflected on India's cultural richness and diversity and emphasized the need for mutual respect and harmony among all religions. He commended Prime Minister Modi's leadership, particularly praising how he embraces his culture wholeheartedly.
#LIVE | Prime Minister takes pride in being Hindu. He respects everyone. We should not be ashamed of our existence. It is crucial to have equality among all religions: Sri Sri Ravi Shankar
— Republic (@republic) April 12, 2024
Tune in here to watch Sri Sri Ravi Shankar's mega event on Viksit Bharat -… pic.twitter.com/h7rC45l9sm
Sri Sri Ravi Shankar emphasized the importance of believing in Viksit Bharat to achieve it.
#LIVE | Viksit Bharat is something we should start believing in. Then only we can achieve that: Sri Sri Ravi Shankar
— Republic (@republic) April 12, 2024
Tune in here to watch Sri Sri Ravi Shankar's mega event on Viksit Bharat - https://t.co/bpcMh3Vbom pic.twitter.com/7B9JdEnQ76
The spiritual leader also commented on the changing perception of India abroad, noting that people used to change their names while travelling overseas, but now it's different. He emphasized the importance of having a leader who understands the thoughts of his people and the world.
VIDEO | "Earlier, people used to change their names when they went to foreign. But today, it is not like that. I have just came back after travelling to 12 countries. The country's stature has improved today under the leadership of PM. We need to have a person who understands… pic.twitter.com/QDTuxwaOVs
— Press Trust of India (@PTI_News) April 12, 2024
Union Minister Shri Piyush Goyal attended the event and delivered a passionate speech encouraging the audience to become Viksit Bharat Ambassadors in their respective communities. He credited PM Modi's leadership for the substantial improvements in the lives of citizens over the last decade and highlighted that neighbouring countries now regard India with envy.
गुरुदेव @SriSri जी के आशीर्वाद के साथ हम सभी #ViksitBharatAmbassadors मोदी जी के नेतृत्व में 2047 के लक्ष्य को पूरा करने के लिए संकल्पित हैं।
— Piyush Goyal (मोदी का परिवार) (@PiyushGoyal) April 12, 2024
📍Borivali West pic.twitter.com/454RNnErjj
Viksit Bharat Ambassador Program, Mumbai: Union Minister Piyush Goyal says, "Under PM Modi's leadership, in just ten years, the lives of every citizen of the country have changed; Neighbor's now see us in envy" pic.twitter.com/5dYE2ZDupd
— IANS (@ians_india) April 12, 2024
Another highlight of the evening was singer Sonu Nigam's soul-stirring performance of 'Ram Bhajan'. He also expressed his happiness at being a citizen of a country with such a rich culture and tradition that it takes years to grasp fully.
Watch: "I am happy to be a citizen of a country whose culture and tradition are so rich that it would take years for one to fully understand it," says singer Sonu Nigam at the Viksit Bharat Ambassador Program in Mumbai edition. pic.twitter.com/B4TnETQsio
— IANS (@ians_india) April 12, 2024
Furthermore, a captivating 10-minute movie presentation shared the remarkable journey of efforts undertaken in moving towards a Viksit Bharat over the past decade. Several attendees also proudly sported the 'I am a Viksit Bharat Ambassador' caps to show their pride. As the event concluded, attendees left with a renewed sense of purpose and commitment to the ideals of building a Viksit Bharat.
In Pictures: Sri Sri Ravi Shankar reaches the venue to attend the Viksit Bharat Ambassador Program in Mumbai, Music and Meditation. pic.twitter.com/v0YlISTMHe
— IANS (@ians_india) April 12, 2024
The Vision of Viksit Bharat: 140 crore dreams, 1 purpose
The Viksit Bharat Ambassador movement aims to encourage citizens to take responsibility for contributing to India's development. VBA meet-ups and events are being organized in various parts of the country to achieve this goal. These events provide a platform for participants to engage in constructive discussions, exchange ideas, and explore practical strategies for contributing to the movement.
Join the movement on the NaMo App:
https://www.narendramodi.in/ViksitBharatAmbassador
The NaMo App: Bridging the Gap
Prime Minister Narendra Modi's app, the NaMo App, is a digital bridge that empowers citizens to participate in the Viksit Bharat Ambassador movement. The NaMo App serves as a one-stop platform for individuals to:
Join the cause: Sign up and become a Viksit Bharat Ambassador and make 10 other people
Amplify Development Stories: Access updates, news, and resources related to the movement.
Create/Join Events: Create and discover local events, meet-ups, and volunteer opportunities.
Connect/Network: Find and interact with like-minded individuals who share the vision of a developed India.
The 'VBA Event' section in the 'Onground Tasks' tab of the 'Volunteer Module' of the NaMo App allows users to stay updated with the ongoing VBA events.
