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PM Modi addressed a massive public rally in Hyderabad, Telangana, where he spoke on India’s rising global stature, the significance of BJP’s recent electoral victories and the country’s collective responsibility during ongoing global economic and geopolitical challenges.

Referring to BJP’s historic mandate in West Bengal, the PM said the result had become a subject of discussion not only across India but around the world because it marked the defeat of a politics rooted in fear, corruption, dynastic control and authoritarianism. He said the people of Bengal had broken free from years of political suppression and chosen a future based on trust and development.

Highlighting BJP’s expanding presence across the country, PM Modi said the party’s rise from Assam and Odisha to Bengal and Puducherry reflects a major shift in India’s political mindset and landscape, where people are increasingly choosing “vishwasvaad” over dynastic politics. He expressed confidence that Telangana too is moving towards decisive political change and said the people are growing tired of broken promises and family-driven politics of Congress and BRS.

The PM highly criticised the Congress, accusing it of divisive and extremist politics, and alleged that ideological support from Congress and Left parties allowed Maoist violence to survive for decades. Emphasising BJP’s vision for “Viksit Telangana”, he said a BJP government in the state would work with a new vision, stronger commitment and development-focused governance.

PM Modi then turned to the ongoing global crises and their impact on India’s economy and supply chains. He said the Covid pandemic, the Ukraine war and recent regional conflicts have severely disrupted the global flow of food, fuel and fertilisers, creating pressure on economies worldwide. He reflected on how India protected farmers during the fertiliser crisis by providing subsidised fertilisers at affordable rates while global prices had skyrocketed.

He established India, despite not being a major oil-producing nation, has worked continuously to shield citizens from the burden of rising international fuel and gas prices by absorbing much of the pressure at the government level. However, he stressed that the scale of the current global crisis requires collective national responsibility and public participation.

Calling for “kartavya” and responsible citizenship, he urged people to reduce unnecessary fuel consumption by using metros, carpooling, rail transport and electric vehicles wherever possible. He also appealed for a revival of work-from-home, online meetings and virtual conferences to reduce fuel dependence and save foreign exchange reserves.

The PM further encouraged citizens to prioritise domestic tourism and avoid unnecessary foreign travel for weddings, vacations and celebrations for at least a year in order to conserve foreign exchange. He also urged people to reduce gold purchases temporarily in the national interest.

Touching upon the importance of economic self-reliance, PM Modi said India must avoid becoming dependent on imports in sectors where domestic capacity can be strengthened. Referring to copper imports, he said disruptions caused by protests and shutdowns had weakened domestic production and increased reliance on foreign supply chains. He urged people to stay vigilant against forces that obstruct India’s path towards self-reliance.

He also focused on sustainable living and agriculture, calling upon families to reduce edible oil consumption and adopt healthier lifestyles while helping save foreign exchange. He strongly advocated reducing chemical fertiliser usage and promoting natural farming to protect soil health and reduce import dependency. He also urged farmers to shift from diesel pumps to solar-powered pumps under government schemes.

Reiterating the importance of “Vocal for Local”, PM Modi appealed to citizens to consciously choose ‘Made in India’ products in daily life. From household essentials to consumer goods, he said, every small shift towards swadeshi products strengthens India’s economy and supports local manufacturers.

Concluding his address, the PM repeated that the challenges facing India are not political issues belonging to one government or one party, but national responsibilities that require collective effort from citizens, organisations and institutions alike. He expressed confidence that with unity, discipline and commitment, India will successfully overcome every global challenge and continue moving towards the goal of a developed nation.

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Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi chaired the 11th Governing Council Meeting of NITI Aayog at Rashtrapati Bhavan Cultural Centre, New Delhi, earlier today. This year’s theme was Inclusive Human Development for Viksit Bharat@2047. It was attended by Chief Ministers, Lt. Governors and Administrators representing 28 States and 5 UTs. This was the first time when Chief Ministers of all 28 States participated in the Governing Council Meeting of NITI Aayog.

Prime Minister noted that at a time when many major economies are facing uncertainty and economic challenges, India’s growth story continues to inspire the world. He emphasized the need to further strengthen the nation’s resolve towards self-reliance and highlighted the importance of adopting and implementing global best practices, particularly in the renewable energy sector.

Underscoring the importance of cooperative federalism, Prime Minister stated that the Centre and the States must work together to achieve the goal of a Viksit Bharat. He stressed that the vision of Viksit Bharat should become the collective resolve of every State, district, block and village.

Highlighting the strength of India’s demographic profile, Prime Minister observed that the country’s youth constitute its greatest asset, with nearly 70 crore Indians below the age of 25 years. Calling this a demographic dividend, he urged States to focus on transforming it into a development dividend through education, skilling and capacity-building initiatives that prepare young people for future opportunities and challenges.

Referring to India’s recently concluded trade agreements with several countries, Prime Minister encouraged States to create opportunities for youth and MSMEs and to equip stakeholders to effectively leverage the benefits arising from these agreements. He also urged States to actively attract investments from partner countries.

Emphasizing women-led development, Prime Minister called upon States to work towards increasing the number of Lakhpati Didis from 3 crore to 6 crore and stressed the importance of ensuring a safe and secure environment for Nari Shakti.

Prime Minister urged States to focus on One District One Product (ODOP) initiatives and develop export-oriented strategies around it. He also identified defence manufacturing as an emerging sector where India is establishing a distinct identity and encouraged States to formulate policies to leverage the opportunities arising from its growth.

Prime Minister highlighted the need for coordinated efforts to address emerging social challenges such as drug abuse and cyber fraud through preventive measures, awareness campaigns and effective governance.

Prime Minister also drew attention to concerns arising from El Niño conditions and appealed to States to promote water conservation and encourage natural and organic farming practices. He noted that the purchase of 11 lakh tonnes of organic manure by farmers during the current Kharif season reflected growing confidence in sustainable agriculture.

Prime Minister emphasized the need to evaluate progress at the district level, particularly through aspirational district parameters. Prime Minister suggested that on similar lines, 100 districts should be identified in the field of agriculture to bring positive results. He urged the States to take lead in this pursuit so that a phenomenal change can be achieved through the aspirational approach.

Prime Minister emphasised the need for a monitoring framework and targeted 100-day and five-year goals towards achieving the vision of Viksit Bharat@2047.

Highlighting the importance of good governance, transparency, and infrastructure for attracting investment, he urged States to focus on branding, ease of doing business, and emerging opportunities in sectors such as data centres and artificial intelligence. He emphasized that AI should be viewed as an opportunity and called for greater efforts to equip people with the skills required for the future economy.

The Chief Ministers/Lt. Governors/Administrators congratulated Prime Minister Modi on completing 12 years in his office. They also expressed solidarity with the Centre to withstand the global geo-political crisis and to strengthen India’s resilience with respect to energy requirements, and sustain its growth trajectory.

Prime Minister noted that the discussions were constructive and reflected the aspirations, hopes, experiences, best practices, and challenges of the States. Prime Minister expressed his gratitude to all the CMs, LGs and Administrators for participating in the meeting and expressed confidence that Together, through cooperation, innovation, and a shared commitment to development, India can accelerate its journey towards a Viksit Bharat by 2047.