Prime Minister Modi spoke how in the 1970s, senior Left leader Shri Jyoti Basu had expressed concern over political corruption and demonetization. Shri Modi noted how Shri Basu fought for the Wanchoo Committee report in the House for discussions. The Prime Minister further added that Shri Jyoti Basu, in his speech in the early 1970s had alleged then Congress government led by then PM Indira Gandhi of corruption and black money.
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PM Modi shares a Sanskrit Subhashitam Invoking Blessings for Health, Longevity and Service to the Nation
February 06, 2026
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Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi today drew upon India’s timeless civilizational wisdom, invoking a prayer that reflects the nation’s collective aspiration for health, longevity, and devotion to service.
The Prime Minister emphasized that this invocation embodies the spirit of India’s cultural heritage—where reverence for the Earth, commitment to well‑being, and dedication to service form the foundation of national progress.
Quoting an ancient Sanskrit verse, the Prime Minister said:
“उपस्थास्ते अनमीवा अयक्ष्मा अस्मभ्यं सन्तु पृथिवि प्रसूताः।
दीर्घं न आयुः प्रतिबुध्यमाना वयं तुभ्यं बलिहृतः स्याम॥“
उपस्थास्ते अनमीवा अयक्ष्मा अस्मभ्यं सन्तु पृथिवि प्रसूताः।
— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) February 6, 2026
दीर्घं न आयुः प्रतिबुध्यमाना वयं तुभ्यं बलिहृतः स्याम॥ pic.twitter.com/VBPacr8tbj
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