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Show your solidarity to Gutka Mukti Abhiyan by giving missed call to 8000980009

Published By : Admin | September 2, 2012 | 17:03 IST
"Comprehensive ban on the sale, stocking, production and distribution of Gutka from 11th September 2012 "
"Shri Narendra Modi made this landmark announcement during the Independence Day celebrations at Junagadh "
"I have to save youth of Gujarat from cancer: Shri Modi on the ban"
"Consuming gutka is more expensive than consuming almonds!"
"This monetary loss must stop: Shri Modi "
"Show your solidarity to this cause by giving a missed call to 8000980009"

Come September 11th and the consumption of Gutka will become a matter of the past! During the Independence Day celebrations held in Junagadh on 15th August 2012, Shri Narendra Modi announced a comprehensive ban on Gutka, including its sale, stocking, production and distribution. The ban would bring with it several qualitative changes in the health, economic spending and the environment. To extend your solidarity with this noble cause ‘Gutka Mukti Abhiyan’, give a missed call to 8000980009

“I have to save the youths of Gujarat, from the dreaded evil of cancer and that’s why a decision to impose a complete ban on gutka has been taken,” said Shri Modi. He spoke against the need of encouraging youngsters from developing the habit of gutka consumption and stated that in monetary terms, the consumption of gutka is even more expensive than consuming almonds.

The ban will come into force from 11th September. This is the date when Swami Vivekananda addressed the Parliament of Religions at Chicago in 1893. The deadline also ensures complete disposal of the existing stock of gutka that is in circulation.

This decision to ban gutka is an extremely well thought of decision aimed towards creating a healthier Gujarat and preventing the youth from falling into such inappropriate practices. The ban will also serve several other purposes - if one goes to any tourist place, one can see a lot of garbage of gutka packets. It has also been found that a large source of drainage systems being choked is packets of gutka. Furthermore, it has also been found that when many cows have been treated, empty gutka packets have been found in their stomachs. 

Made out of the cheapest things, an average cost of a Gutka pouch containing 1.5 to 2 grams of the Mixture ranges from Rs.3/- to Rs.7/-!!! That comes to around Rs. 2000/- to Rs. 3500/- per Kilogram. The most costliest of sweets in India rich in taste, and 100% healthy will cost much less than Rs. 2000/- to Rs. 3500/-. The Chief Minister had believed the same and said “Consuming gutka is more expensive than consuming almonds! This monetary loss must stop”. Besides, the number of young cancer patients in state is rising at an alarming rate to which, Shri Narendra Modi has shown a great concern.

The youth of the state will shine in years to come; also the dream of Mr. Modi, of a healthy and flourishing state will soon turn into a reality. This revolutionary step by the Chief Minister will not only lead to a reduced number of cancer patients in Gujarat, but also save the hard earned money of the people. Considering the announcement made by Shri Narendra Modi, the BJP Yuva Morcha has initiated their efforts, to ensure a firm implementation of the ban. 

Wake up take a pledge now. I won’t be a slave of Gutka, I will be the master of my mind. Show your solidarity to this cause by giving a missed call to 8000980009.

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On the solemn occasion marking fifty years since the imposition of the Emergency, Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi today paid heartfelt tributes to the countless Indians who stood tall in defence of democracy during one of the darkest chapters in the nation’s history.

Recalling the grave assault on constitutional values, the Prime Minister said that June 25th is observed as Samvidhan Hatya Diwas — a day when fundamental rights were suspended, press freedom extinguished, and countless political leaders, social workers, students, and ordinary citizens were imprisoned.

Shri Modi also reiterated the commitment to strengthen the principles in our Constitution and working together to realise our vision of a Viksit Bharat.

He further remarked that the anti-Emergency movement was a learning experience, which reaffirmed the vitality of preserving our democratic framework.

Shri Modi called upon all those who remember those dark days of the Emergency or those whose families suffered during that time to share their experiences on social media to create awareness among the youth of the shameful time from 1975 to 1977.

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“Today marks fifty years since one of the darkest chapters in India’s democratic history, the imposition of the Emergency. The people of India mark this day as Samvidhan Hatya Diwas. On this day, the values enshrined in the Indian Constitution were set aside, fundamental rights were suspended, press freedom was extinguished and several political leaders, social workers, students and ordinary citizens were jailed. It was as if the Congress Government in power at that time placed democracy under arrest! #SamvidhanHatyaDiwas”

“No Indian will ever forget the manner in which the spirit of our Constitution was violated, the voice of Parliament muzzled and attempts were made to control the courts. The 42nd Amendment is a prime example of their shenanigans. The poor, marginalised and downtrodden were particularly targeted, including their dignity insulted. #SamvidhanHatyaDiwas”

“We salute every person who stood firm in the fight against the Emergency! These were the people from all over India, from all walks of life, from diverse ideologies who worked closely with each other with one aim: to protect India’s democratic fabric and to preserve the ideals for which our freedom fighters devoted their lives. It was their collective struggle that ensured that the then Congress Government had to restore democracy and call for fresh elections, which they badly lost. #SamvidhanHatyaDiwas”

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@BlueKraft

@H_D_Devegowda

#SamvidhanHatyaDiwas”

“‘The Emergency Diaries’ chronicles my journey during the Emergency years. It brought back many memories from that time.

I call upon all those who remember those dark days of the Emergency or those whose families suffered during that time to share their experiences on social media. It will create awareness among the youth of the shameful time from 1975 to 1977.

#SamvidhanHatyaDiwas”