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The Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi, today addressed a huge gathering of Dawoodi Bohra community, at Ashara Mubaraka, the commemoration of the martyrdom of Imam Husain (SA), in Indore.

Remembering the sacrifices of Imam Husain, Prime Minister said that Imam always stood against injustice and attained martyrdom forupkeeping peace and justice. He added that the teachings of Imam are still relevant today. Appreciating the work done by Dr SyednaMufaddalSaifuddin, Prime Minister said that love and dedication towards the nation are the hallmarks of his teachings.

Prime Minister said that the culture of taking everyone along makes India different from all other countries. “We are proud of our past, we believe in our present and are confident of our bright future", he added.

Highlighting the contributions of the Dawoodi Bohra community, Prime Minister said that the community has always played a key role in India’s progress and growth story. He expressed hope that community will continue their great work of spreading the strength of India’s culture throughout the world.

Praising the Bohra community, PM Modi said that it is his good fortune to have received the affection of Bohra community. Remembering the assistance provided by the community during his tenure as Chief Minister of Gujarat, Modi said that the affection of the community brought him to Indore. 

Applauding the various social initiativescarried out by the Dawoodi Bohra community, Prime Minister said that various efforts are taken by the government to ensure improved living standardsfor citizens, especially the poor and needy. In this context, he mentionedthe various development oriented initiatives of the Government like Ayushman Bharat, Swachh Bharat Abhiyan and Pradhan Mantri AwaazYojana. He mentioned that these initiatives are changing the lives of ordinary people. 

 

Prime Minister congratulated the people of Indore for taking the mission of Swacchh Bharat forward. He said that ‘Swachhata Hi Sewa' scheme will be launched tomorrow and urged the citizens to actively participate in this grand Swacchhta mission. 

Talking about the honesty shown by the Bohra Community in business, Prime Minister said that the government encourages honest businessmen and workers through GST, Insolvency and Bankruptcy Code.He said that India economy is growing and reiterated that New India is on the horizon.

Chief Minister of Madhya Pradesh, Shri Shivraj Singh Chouhan was also present on the occasion.Dr SyednaMufaddalSaifuddin,earlier praised the Prime Minister for his exemplary work and wished him success for his work for the country.

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PM to Address Youth at Khelo India Dialogue on 27th August
August 26, 2026
Khelo India Dialogue will bring together sports, youth leadership, civic responsibility, volunteering, fitness and nation-building on a common platform
Yuva Samvaad under Khelo India Dialogue to Focus on Five Key Themes: Sports, Olympic Aspirations, Youth Leadership, Viksit Bharat and Nasha Mukt Yuva

Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi will address Khelo India Dialogue on 27th August at 11 AM via video conferencing. The programme aims to help the youth engage with India's sporting journey, share their aspirations, and contribute ideas for a stronger youth-led Viksit Bharat.

Organised by Mera Yuva Bharat (MY Bharat), as part of the National Sports Day 2026 celebrations, the programme will be conducted across the country with participation of youth at two colleges in every district across States and Union Territories. The programme is being held in line with the Prime Minister's vision of building a fit, disciplined and sporting nation while placing the aspirations of youth at the centre of the national development agenda.

The nationwide Khelo India Dialogue will bring together sports, youth leadership, civic responsibility, volunteering, fitness and nation-building on a common platform. It will provide a direct channel for young people to engage with the country's sporting ambitions, while ensuring that their ideas and perspectives become part of the continuing conversation on India's youth and sports ecosystem.

The national programme will be followed by local interactions involving young participants, MY Bharat volunteers, local sportspersons and public representatives. A major feature of the initiative will be direct interaction between youth having interest in sports and leading Indian athletes and medal winners. A central feature of the programme will be Yuva Samvaad where Young participants will be invited to articulate their own ideas, perspectives and aspirations. The dialogue will be structured around five themes:

  • improving India's sports ecosystem through better facilities, coaching, sports science and inclusive participation;
  • nurturing talent for the 2036 Olympics via scientific talent identification, transparent selection and long-term athlete development;
  • creating youth leaders through governance platforms and MY Bharat-led volunteering;
  • empowering youth for Viksit Bharat by building civic mindedness, future-ready skills and structured volunteering;
  • promoting a Nasha Mukt Yuva movement that leverages sport and peer networks to fight substance abuse, reinforced by weekly Jan Bhagidari activities under PM's 100-week nationwide campaign launched on 2 August 2026.