The Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi, today visited the L&T workers' residential complex in Riyadh. L&T is part of a consortium that is building a section of the Riyadh Metro.
Speaking on the occasion, the Prime Minister appreciated the efforts made by the workers for the project, and said “your hard work has brought me here.”
He said that the work being done by Indian workers abroad, not only earns money, but also raises the stature of India. He said Indian workers were fondly remembered in various parts of the world where they had completed many prestigious projects. He said that in future, the Riyadh Metro too would similarly evoke memories about Indian workers who had contributed to its construction.
The Prime Minister said he often gets to know about Indians working abroad through letters he receives from their relatives. He added that he shares both their joys and their sorrows, through these letters. "I feel I am a part of your family," he said.
The Prime Minister mentioned the "e-migrate" initiative of the Union Government, which would facilitate people who wished to work abroad. He said more "worker resource centres" would be opened, and the MADAD portal was a way to immediately reach the Union Government. The Prime Minister said that India has the capacity to give the world the manpower it requires.
The gathering of over a thousand workers, cheered enthusiastically on many occasions as the Prime Minister spoke. The Prime Minister later mingled with the assembled workers, and shared snacks with them.
Your hardwork draws me here: PM speaks at the L&T workers complex in Riyadh pic.twitter.com/MuPOJpyS1n
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When in the times to come, people will see the work you've done, you will realise the importance of your efforts: PM @narendramodi
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Your happiness is my happiness and when you are not happy, I also feel the pain: PM @narendramodi
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India has the kind of manpower that the world needs today: PM @narendramodi
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Whenever an Indian has faced a difficulty in any part of the world, the Government has helped: PM @narendramodi
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The MEA, the entire team of officials, @SushmaSwaraj ji...they are always helping Indians who face any problems overseas: PM @narendramodi
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There are forums like MyGov & 'Narendra Modi Mobile App' through which you can reach me & I can communicate with you: PM @narendramodi
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PM @narendramodi : Govt has started a programme called e-migrate. In the coming days, we are working to regularise migration.
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