Millions watch Shri Modi create history on the Internet!

Published By : Admin | August 31, 2012 | 23:05 IST

Engaging, informative and straight from the heart Google+ Hangout session held with Shri Narendra Modi. Questions came not only from India but also from the world. Noted actor Ajay Devgn anchored the session. 

Shri Modi opens up on a variety of issues ranging from black money, Gujarat’s growth, and skill development to the gender ratio in Gujarat. 

Shri Modi shares insights and anecdotes on his favourite food, the number of hours he sleeps and even the iconic Modi Kurta! 

Whatever I said today I said from the heart. Together we must rise and work in service of Ma Bharti: Shri Modi 

I hold very different views on the issue of brain drain. I believe in philosophy of Bahu Ratna Vasundhara: Shri Modi 

Lets create an environment of development. I believe in P2G2- pro people good governance: Shri Modi 

I want an India where the entire USA comes seeks a visa to visit our country: Shri Modi 

I never wish ill of anyone. Criticism is welcome in any democracy but it cannot be allegations: Shri Modi 

For the sake of India’s growth we need to bring back black money: Shri Modi 

All three sectors of the economy must grow at an equal pace for the nation to develop: Shri Modi 

A Government must be close to the people. Governments cannot sit and reign from ivory towers: Shri Modi 

International experts say it takes 7 years to get an area back on track after an earthquake but we got Kutch running in 3 years and today it is one of the most developed districts in India: Shri Modi

 

 

On the evening of Friday, 31st August 2012 Shri Narendra Modi yet again created history on the Internet and social media when he held a Google+ Hangout session with people from across the world. The Hangout was centered around the theme of   ‘Strong and Glorious India Long Cherished by Swami Vivekananda’ and the questions were sourced from various sources on the net including YouTube, Facebook, Twitter and Shri Modi’s website (www.narendramodi.in). When the last date for asking questions closed on midnight of 29th August there were already over 20,000 questions for Shri Modi!

People from 116 nations across the world logged in to hear Shri Modi share his thoughts during the Hangout.

This Hangout is noteworthy because the participants are not only from India but also from across the world. From New York, London, Qatar and Tokyo, there were participants who joined Shri Modi and asked him questions.

The Hangout Session, which was moderated by Ajay Devgn saw Shri Modi answer over 18 questions that were divided into 2 sessions. Most of the questions were LIVE and were ranging domestic and international issues. The Chief Minister gladly answered questions on some aspects of his personality that have not been very well known. For instance, he shared the secret behind his ever-famous ‘Modi Kurta’. He also shared his favourite food items and the number of hours he sleeps in a day.

Shri Modi stressed on the need to promote a culture of skill development among the youngsters and shared some of Gujarat’s initiatives in this regard. He stressed on the need to promote a culture of skill development among the youth of India so that it can compete with China and take on its predestined mantle as the leader of the world. He recounted his experience with the Chief Minister’s Fellowship Programme that had enabled him to interact with sharp young minds who brought with them some fantastic ideas.

Answering a question on the negative image of politics among youngsters, Shri Modi said that while he understands the feeling, youngsters must join politics with a feeing of SEVA (service) adding that even Shri Rama, Shri Krishna and Mahatma Gandhi were involved in matters of statecraft.

The Chief Minister expressed confidence that things such as E-passports will become a reality in the years to come and spoke on the need to have strong relations with the diaspora at large.

In his wonderful style, the Chief Minister explained his disagreement with the concept of ‘brain drain’ and said that what India is doing is creating a global talent pool. He stated that he believes in the philosophy of ‘Bharat Bahuratna Vasundhara’. On the perception of India being seen as a service sector economy, Shri Modi spoke on the need to ensure all 3 sectors of the economy grow in equal measure to benefit most number of people.

On being asked about the labour relations in Gujarat, Shri Modi opined that the state has paid utmost important to each and every citizen and the fact that Gujarat has seen zero man day loss in the last three years indicates the nature of labour relations in the state.  He further spoke that the Manesar incident was unfortunate and there should not be a repeat of such incidents in any part of the country.

A large number of questions received revolved around corruption and black money and Shri Modi spoke on the important issue with wonderful insight. He minced no words in saying that Black Money must return to India and said that from his experience in Gujarat, it is possible to say that good leadership can minimize the extent of corruption in the state.  He called for political will in ending corruption and bringing back the black money stashed aboard. He gave the example of Shyamji Krishnavarma and spoke that if he could get his ashes back, similarly with a determined effort black money can make its way back into India.

Talking about innovative tourism in Gujarat and particularly developing islands of Gujarat to promote water sports et al, Shri Modi affirmed that while these were good ideas, they can only happen with a strong PPP model and gave the idea of a cruise that would cover Mumbai to Mandavi.

In addition to these questions, Shri Modi answered questions on Gujarat’s developments in various fields ranging from agriculture, the development of Gujarat’s villages to the issue on women development in the state. He shared how Gujarat despite being a drought prone state scaled heights in the field of agriculture. The Chief Minister stressed on the need to ensure that all sectors of the economy grow in equal measure for overall development to take place. He gave the Mantra of P2G2- pro-people good governance, which was very well received.

The Hangout was watched all over the world and received a fantastic response even on social media sites, Facebook and Twitter. For the entire day #ModiHangout was trending at the top position on Twitter.

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English translation of India's National Statement at the 21st ASEAN-India Summit delivered by Prime Minister Narendra Modi
October 10, 2024

Your Majesty,

Excellencies,

Thank you all for your valuable insights and suggestions. We are committed to strengthening the Comprehensive Strategic Partnership between India and ASEAN. I am confident that together we will continue to strive for human welfare, regional peace, stability, and prosperity.

We will continue to take steps to enhance not only physical connectivity but also economic, digital, cultural, and spiritual ties.

Friends,

In the context of this year's ASEAN Summit theme, "Enhancing Connectivity and Resilience,” I would like to share a few thoughts.

Today is the tenth day of the tenth month, so I would like to share ten suggestions.

First, to promote tourism between us, we could declare 2025 as the "ASEAN-India Year of Tourism.” For this initiative, India will commit USD 5 million.

Second, to commemorate a decade of India’s Act East Policy, we could organise a variety of events between India and ASEAN countries. By connecting our artists, youth, entrepreneurs, and think tanks etc., we can include initiatives such as a Music Festival, Youth Summit, Hackathon, and Start-up Festival as part of this celebration.

Third, under the "India-ASEAN Science and Technology Fund," we could hold an annual Women Scientists’ Conclave.

Fourth, the number of Masters scholarships for students from ASEAN countries at the newly established Nalanda University will be increased twofold. Additionally, a new scholarship scheme for ASEAN students at India’s agricultural universities will also be launched starting this year.

Fifth, the review of the "ASEAN-India Trade in Goods Agreement” should be completed by 2025. This will strengthen our economic relations and will help in creating a secure, resilient and reliable supply chain.

Sixth, for disaster resilience, USD 5 million will be allocated from the "ASEAN-India Fund." India’s National Disaster Management Authority and the ASEAN Humanitarian Assistance Centre can work together in this area.

Seventh, to ensure Health Resilience, the ASEAN-India Health Ministers Meeting can be institutionalised. Furthermore, we invite two experts from each ASEAN country to attend India’s Annual National Cancer Grid ‘Vishwam Conference.’

Eighth, for digital and cyber resilience, a cyber policy dialogue between India and ASEAN can be institutionalised.

Ninth, to promote a Green Future, I propose organising workshops on green hydrogen involving experts from India and ASEAN countries.

And tenth, for climate resilience, I urge all of you to join our campaign, " Ek Ped Maa Ke Naam” (Plant for Mother).

I am confident that my ten ideas will gain your support. And our teams will collaborate to implement them.

Thank you very much.