PM's remarks at the Launch of "Skill India"

Published By : Admin | July 15, 2015 | 20:50 IST
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The Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi, today outlined his vision for "Skill India" as he launched the "National Skill Development Mission" in New Delhi. Asserting that his Government has declared a war on poverty and is determined to win it, the Prime Minister said that each poor, underprivileged youth is a soldier in this war.



Noting that India will have a surplus manpower of 4 to 5 crore over the next decade, the Prime Minister emphasized the need to provide this youthful manpower with skills and ability to tackle global challenges, and warned that the demographic dividend would otherwise become a challenge in itself. He said that if the 20th century saw India's foremost technical institutes – the IITs – make a name for themselves globally, the 21st century required that India's ITIs (Industrial Training Institutes), acquire global recognition for producing quality skilled manpower.



The Prime Minister said India can become the world's largest provider of skilled workforce for the world. In order to prepare for this, Shri Narendra Modi said there is a need for mapping of manpower requirements, not just in India, but globally as well.

The Prime Minister called for constant updating of training programmes and syllabi to ensure that the youth is exposed to latest technology and industry environment. He said the Government would work to promote both apprenticeship and entrepreneurs. He said it is important to predict the possibilities of the future, and prepare for them today itself.

The Prime Minister unveiled the Skill logo, launched the National Skill Development Mission, and Released the National Policy for Skill Development and Entrepreneurship, 2015. He also launched the Pradhan Mantri Kaushal Vikas Yojana and Skill Loan Scheme. The Prime Minister felicitated the six Indian medal winners of the World Skill Oceania competition.

Union Ministers Shri Arun Jaitley, Shri Manohar Parrikar, Shri Rajiv Pratap Rudy, Shri Suresh Prabhu, Shri Ananth Kumar, Shri JP Nadda, Shri Narendra Singh Tomar, Shri Anant Geete, Shri Piyush Goyal, and Shri Thaawar Chand Gehlot were present on the occasion.

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Prime Minister greets devotees and participants of Matua Dharma Mela
March 16, 2026

The Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi has greeted all the devotees and participants of the Matua Dharma Mela. This special occasion is associated with the Jayanti of Purna Brahma Shree Shree Harichand Thakur Ji. “I offer my humble Pranams to him. His thoughts and teachings continue to give strength and hope to several people. They awakened a powerful movement for dignity, equality and devotion. He inspired generations to walk the path of righteousness, harmony and collective upliftment”, Shri Modi stated.

The Prime Minister remarked that the rich and vibrant traditions of Matua culture reflect a deep spiritual strength and an unbreakable commitment to equality. It significantly enriches the social fabric of our nation. “Over the past decade, our Government has been deeply committed to the welfare, empowerment and dignity of the Matua community”, Shri Modi said.

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“My heartfelt greetings and best wishes to all devotees and participants of the Matua Dharma Mela.

This special occasion is associated with the Jayanti of Purna Brahma Shree Shree Harichand Thakur Ji. I offer my humble Pranams to him. His thoughts and teachings continue to give strength and hope to several people. They awakened a powerful movement for dignity, equality and devotion. He inspired generations to walk the path of righteousness, harmony and collective upliftment.

The rich and vibrant traditions of the Matua culture reflect a deep spiritual strength and an unbreakable commitment to equality. It significantly enriches the social fabric of our nation. Over the past decade, our Government has been deeply committed to the welfare, empowerment and dignity of the Matua community.” 

 

“মতুয়া ধর্মমেলায় আগত সমস্ত ভক্ত এবং অংশগ্রহণকারীদের জানাই আমার আন্তরিক শুভেচ্ছা ও অভিনন্দন।

এই বিশেষ তিথিটি পূর্ণ ব্রহ্ম শ্রী শ্রী হরিচাঁদ ঠাকুরজির জয়ন্তীর সঙ্গে যুক্ত। আমি তাঁকে আমার সশ্রদ্ধ প্রণাম নিবেদন করছি। তাঁর আদর্শ এবং শিক্ষা আজও অগণিত মানুষকে শক্তি ও আশার আলো দিয়ে চলেছে এবং সম্মান, সাম্য ও ভক্তির এক শক্তিশালী আন্দোলনের জন্ম ঘটিয়েছে। তিনি প্রজন্ম থেকে প্রজন্মান্তরকে ন্যায়ের পথ, সম্প্রীতি এবং সমষ্টিগত উন্নয়নের পথে চলার অনুপ্রেরণা জুগিয়েছেন।

মতুয়া সংস্কৃতির এই সমৃদ্ধ এবং প্রাণবন্ত ঐতিহ্য এক গভীর আধ্যাত্মিক শক্তি এবং সাম্যের প্রতি অটুট অঙ্গীকারকে প্রতিফলিত করে। এটি আমাদের দেশের সামাজিক কাঠামোকে উল্লেখযোগ্যভাবে সমৃদ্ধ করেছে। গত এক দশকে, আমাদের সরকার মতুয়া সম্প্রদায়ের কল্যাণ, ক্ষমতায়ন এবং মর্যাদার প্রতি সম্পূর্ণ দায়বদ্ধ থেকে কাজ করে চলেছে।”