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My dear brothers and sisters,

Greetings to the people of Mumbai!

Ganapati Bappa Moreya!

Ganapati Bappa Moreya!

I got the opportunity to seek the blessings of the Ganpati Bappa at the Lokmanya Seva Sangh before coming here. This is the Centenary Year of the Ganeshotsav of the Lokmanya Seva Sangh. The tradition that was spread by Lokmanya Tilak to strengthen the society is now popular in the country and around the world.

Our new Governor, Shri Koshyari ji, is also present here. Probably very few people are aware of the fact that he had been a popular Chief Minister of Uttarakhand once. More importantly, I am feeling proud to mention that while I used to work for the organization of Bharatiya Janta Party, and was assigned work in Uttarakhand, I used to work under his guidance.

Friends,

The simplicity and affection of the people of Mumbai and Maharashtra always overwhelms me. During the election campaign, I had been to several cities of Maharashtra and had interacted with you. The rally held at night in Mumbai was in news for several days. I am grateful to you all for this affection and blessings.

The fact that you have come here to attend this event in such large numbers taking time out in this inclement weather depicts your mood and is an indicator of your dreams.

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Friends,

I was constantly being updated of the condition in Mumbai when I was in Russia. I returned yesterday morning only and left for Bengaluru that evening. I was with my scientist friends from ISRO the entire night there. I am extremely influenced by their courage. We can all learn from our ISRO scientists, our engineers how they have toiled day and night to achieve their goal with patience, even in the adverse circumstances.

Brothers and sisters,

There is a wealth of knowledge in our scriptures. Bhartrihari said-

प्रारभ्यते न खलु विघ्नभयेन नीचैः ,

प्रारभ्य विघ्नविहिता विरमन्ति मध्याः ।

विघ्नै: पुनः पुनरपि प्रतिहन्यमानाः ,

प्रारभ्य च उत्तमजनाः न परित्यजन्ति ।।

That is, there are three types of people who try to achieve any goal. At the lowest rung are those people who never start work for fear of obstacles; then, there are some people at the middle level who start work, but run away as soon as the first obstacle comes. Besides these two types, there are people who reach the highest level, who despite several obstacles and challenges try relentlessly and do not stop until they achieve their goals.

Friends, ISRO and the people who work with it, are the third type of people. Until the goal is reached, they do not stop, nor do they get tired or just sit. Now we have seen an obstacle in the mission Chandrayaan today, but ISRO scientists will not stop till they accomplish their mission. The dream of reaching the moon will be fulfilled.

And friends, we also have to remember that the orbiter sent with Chandrayaan is still there, orbiting the moon, which is also a historical achievement. I have seen and heard a lot about the spirit of the people of Mumbai. Today, I saw the spirit of the people of ISRO and I felt it necessary to share those things with you.

Brothers and sisters,

In an environment wherein ceaseless efforts for accomplishing the resolutions are being made with the spirit of Ganeshotsav, thousands of crores of rupees worth schemes are being launched in Maharashtra today.

After Mumbai I also plan to go to Aurangabad. Many projects will also be launched there. I convey my best wishes to the people living in Mumbai and its suburban areas. The work of more than 20 thousand crore rupees is starting here today. Be it a new metro line, a metro building, an expansion of facilities at the metro station, a project to connect the Bandra-Kurla complex with the Eastern Express highway; all these projects will not only give a new dimension to Mumbai's infrastructure but will also help in making the lives of the people here easier.

The project connecting Bandra-Kurla with the express highway will bring a huge relief to lakhs of professionals.

BKC is a huge center of business activity. It will be easier to come here now in less time and now one can reach Mumbai in minutes. Everyone demands – ‘Mumbai in minutes’. I congratulate all of you, every Mumbaikar, for all these projects.

Friends,

Mumbai is the city whose dynamism has also given pace to the country. The hardworking people here, the professionals here, the mothers, sisters, youth here, and all of you love this city and proudly say ' I am a Mumbaikar'. We have tried very sincerely to improve the infrastructure of Amchi Mumbai in the last five years. Here, I know very well how hard the Fadnavis government has worked for each project of Mumbai and Maharashtra. Today all these efforts have the effect that a gradual change can be seen in Mumbai. And I see the most positive side in it that work is being done right now according to the needs of the present as well as the future keeping in mind the needs of the coming decades.

Brothers and sisters,

Today as the country is moving towards the goal of 5 trillion dollar economy, we also have to modify our cities according to the world of the 21st century. Be it mobility, connectivity, productivity, sustainability or safety, we have to prepare a better system in every respect. With this thinking, our government is going to spend 100 lakh crore rupees on modern infrastructure in the next five years. Apart from Mumbai, this amount is going to benefit all the cities of Maharashtra as well.

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Friends,

We are emphasizing on an integrated system to improve mobility and transport in cities across the country. Every such medium like rail, road and metro is being connected to each other. Today, a vision document has been released here to prepare better public transport system in Mumbai metropolitan region. There are different modes of travel, such as Mumbai local, bus system and metro. The details of how to use them properly are given in this. In particular, a master plan has been built for Mumbai Metro.

Brothers and sisters,

For the past five years, I have been getting a chance to continuously connect with the expansion work of Mumbai Metro. The metro network is being expanded here at a cost of about Rs 1.5 lakh crore. At present, Mumbai has a metro network of only 11 km. But by 1920, 1923 and 1924, it will increase to more than 325 kilometers. The biggest advantage of this will be that today, as many people travel daily by local trains in Mumbai; the metro will be able to cater to almost the same number of people. Besides modernizing the local train, this combination of metro expansion will cater to the current needs of Mumbai and also prepare it for the coming years.

Friends,

We are not only laying the metro lines but also ensuring that the coaches of the metro that will run on these lines are also built in India. I have seen the Mock-up coach a short while ago. These modern metro coaches built under Make in India are going to make Mumbai Metro safe, convenient and economical.

Brothers and sisters,

Infrastructure is equally related to employment as it is related to the economy and ease of living. Investing in Infrastructure means to create new employment opportunities. If I consider only the Metro related work that has started in Mumbai; that alone will provide employment opportunities to 10 thousand engineers and 40 thousand skilled and unskilled people.

Brothers and sisters,

The infrastructure work that is being done in the villages and the cities, generates employment at the local level, and creates business opportunities for small traders; but people do not talk much about it. Perhaps one of the reasons for this is that the speed and scale at which the work is being done today has never happened before. Therefore, it is natural for the people to lose their attention towards it. Now that the situation is changing, this topic will also start becoming a part of the discussion. Just imagine! Could anyone have ever imagined before that the work of Navi-Mumbai Airport, which had been stuck for years, or the work of Mumbai Trans Harbor Link, or the Mumbai-Ahmedabad Bullet Train would start at such a large scale or would progress at such a fast pace? All these projects are giving new opportunities of employment to the people in and around Mumbai.

Brothers and sisters,

When I talk of speed and scale, I have so many examples that if I start counting them, it will be evening. Today, massive projects of metro have started here, so I want to give you an example related to that.

Friends,

The first metro in our country had started 30-35 years ago. After this, the metro could run in only a few big cities by 2014. Today, metro in 27 cities in the country has either started or is going to start in the near future. Today, 675 km line is operational across the country, out of which 400 km of metro service has started in the last five years. Just imagine! More than half of the metro lines have been connected just in the last five years. And more than 850 kilometers of metro line is currently under construction.

Brothers and sisters,

Nearly 600 kilometers of new metro lines have been approved in the last five years. Be it Mumbai, Pune or Nagpur, the work on Metro started during this period and I would praise Fadnavis ji for the fast pace of work on these projects.

Brothers and sisters,

Connecting the country with the modern infrastructure of the 21st century is extremely necessary to take the country forward at a faster pace. Today work is going on to develop the country's infrastructure in a holistic way. Not in isolation, but we are moving forward with the vision of 'Ek Bharat, Shreshth Bharat'. From ‘One Nation One Power Grid’ to ‘One Nation One Mobility Card’; from ‘One Nation One Tax’ to ‘One Nation One Network of Optical Fiber’, our government is building modern infrastructure across the country.

Brothers and sisters,

We all have the responsibility to ensure that our children, our future generations, do not have to face the same problems that we have faced all these years. We must not bequeath troubles to our children. Improvement in the standard of living of every person improves the condition of the country. We have to fulfill the dreams of our present and the past as well as have to prepare for the future. If the country is ready for the future from today, only then your children will be able to live a happy life.

The decisions taken by our government after the formation of the new government with your blessings will strengthen the future of Indians and secure them.

Friends,

Honouring the mandate given by the people of the country, several important decisions have been taken in the right direction. This government is completing 100 days and within these 100 days such works have been done, which are unprecedented as well as historic. Be it the launch of Jalajeevan Mission or the decision to bring every farmer in the country under the Kisan-Samman Nidhi, or the law to free our Muslim sisters and daughters from the crisis of triple talaq or the law related to the protection of children; Work is being done very fast in every field.

But besides these decisions and actions of the government and apart from serving you, I have taken another resolution. This resolution is to make more people aware of their responsibilities on more and more occasions. And that is: ‘One Indian - One Resolution’. Lokmanya Tilak Ji had said, 'Swaraj is my birth right'. 75 years of independence is about to come; we have a new mantra - 'Surajya is the duty of the countrymen'. I request you all to adopt this ‘One Indian-one resolution’. You must make at least one resolution and that resolution must be in the interest of the country and never step back from fulfilling the resolution. You can make any resolution that you want in the interest of Mumbai and in the interest of Maharashtra.

the way, I can give you one suggestion right now, would you accept? The voice is rather inaudible. Will you agree? Will you agree? Will you accomplish it? Will you do it alone and also together with everyone?
Friends,

During Bappa’s immersion, a lot of plastic and other waste goes into our seas. This time we have to try and ensure that such items which increase water pollution will not be thrown in the water. Moreover, after immersion, we will engage in making sweet river water and other water sources besides the seas plastic free at personal level. Will you do this? I want to hear from the back, will you? Sure? I am sure that this enthusiasm of yours will play a huge role in making the entire country free of plastic.

Once again, many best wishes and many congratulations to all of you for all the development projects. I wish to express my heartfelt gratitude to you for coming here taking time out from your busy schedules and arrangements during the festival.

Jai Mumbai, Jai Maharashtra.

Bharat Mata ki Jai!

Bharat Mata ki Jai!

Bharat Mata ki Jai!

Thanks a lot.

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Today, North East is emerging as the ‘Front-Runner of Growth’: PM Modi at Rising North East Investors Summit
May 23, 2025
QuoteThe Northeast is the most diverse region of our diverse nation: PM
QuoteFor us, EAST means - Empower, Act, Strengthen and Transform: PM
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QuoteBe it terrorism or Maoist elements spreading unrest, our government follows a policy of zero tolerance: PM
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My colleagues in the Union Cabinet Jyotiraditya Scindia ji and Sukanta Majumdar ji, Governor of Manipur Ajay Bhalla ji, Chief Minister of Assam Himanta Biswa Sarma ji, Chief Minister of Arunachal Pradesh Pema Khandu ji, Chief Minister of Tripura Manik Saha ji, Chief Minister of Meghalaya Conrad Sangma ji, Chief Minister of Sikkim Prem Singh Tamang ji, Chief Minister of Nagaland Neiphiu Rio ji, Chief Minister of Mizoram Lalduhoma ji, all industry leaders, investors, ladies and gentlemen!

On this grand podium of Rising Northeast, I feel a sense of pride, warmth, belonging, and above all, immense confidence in the future. Just a few months ago, we celebrated the Ashtalakshmi Festival here at Bharat Mandapam. Today, we are celebrating a festival of investment in the Northeast. So many industry leaders have gathered here. This shows the enthusiasm, excitement, and new dreams that everyone has for the Northeast. I extend my heartfelt congratulations to all the ministries and the state governments for this achievement. Your efforts have created an excellent environment for investment there. On behalf of myself and the Government of Bharat, I wish you all the very best for the success of the North East Rising Summit.

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Friends,

Bharat is considered the world’s most diverse nation, and our Northeast is the most diverse part of this diverse nation. From trade to tradition, from textiles to tourism, the diversity of the Northeast is its greatest strength. Northeast means bio-economy and bamboo; Northeast means tea production and petroleum; Northeast means sports and skill; Northeast is emerging as a hub of eco-tourism; Northeast represents a new world of organic products; Northeast is a powerhouse of energy. That is why, the Northeast is our Ashtalakshmi (eight forms of prosperity). With the blessings of this Ashtalakshmi, every state in the Northeast is saying—we are ready for investment, we are ready to lead.

Friends,

It is essential for Eastern Bharat to develop for the building of a ‘Viksit Bharat’ (Developed India). And the Northeast is the most important part of Eastern Bharat. For us, EAST is not just a direction—it stands for Empower, Act, Strengthen, and Transform. This is our government’s policy for Eastern Bharat. This same policy, this same priority, has brought Eastern Bharat—and our Northeast—to the centre stage of growth.

Friends,

The transformation that the Northeast has seen in the last 11 years is not just about numbers—it is change that can be felt on the ground. We have not just built a connection with the Northeast through government schemes—we have built a bond from the heart. You might be surprised to hear this: ministers from our central government have visited the Northeast more than 700 times. And it wasn’t just about visiting and leaving—the rule was to stay overnight. They experienced the land, they saw the hope in people’s eyes, and they turned that trust into a development-driven policy. We did not view infrastructure as just bricks and cement—we made it a medium for emotional connection. We moved beyond the Look East policy to embrace the mantra of Act East, and today, we are seeing the results. There was a time when the Northeast was only referred to as a frontier region. Today, it is becoming the front-runner of growth.

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Friends,

Good infrastructure makes tourism more attractive. Where there is strong infrastructure, investors also gain greater confidence. Better roads, robust power infrastructure, and an efficient logistics network are the backbone of any industry. Trade thrives where there is seamless connectivity—in other words, quality infrastructure is the foundation and first requirement of any kind of development. That’s why we have initiated an Infrastructure Revolution in the Northeast. For a long time, the Northeast remained neglected. But now, the Northeast is becoming a land of opportunities. We have invested hundreds of thousands of crores of rupees in connectivity infrastructure in the Northeast. If you go to Arunachal Pradesh, you’ll see infrastructure projects like the Sela Tunnel. In Assam, you’ll witness mega projects like the Bhupen Hazarika Bridge. In just one decade, we have built 11,000 kilometres of new highways in the Northeast. Hundreds of kilometres of new railway lines have been laid. The number of airports in the Northeast has doubled. Waterways are being developed on the Brahmaputra and Barak rivers. Hundreds of mobile towers have been installed, and not just that—a 1,600-kilometre-long pipeline, the Northeast Gas Grid, has also been established. This ensures reliable gas supply for industry. In short—highways, railways, waterways, and i-ways—connectivity in every form is being strengthened in the Northeast. The ground has been prepared in the Northeast. Our industries must step forward and take full advantage of this opportunity. You must not miss out on the First Mover Advantage.

Friends,

In the coming decade, the trade potential of the Northeast is set to grow manyfold. Today, the trade volume between Bharat and ASEAN is around $125 billion. In the coming years, it will surpass $200 billion, and the Northeast will become a strong bridge for this trade—a gateway to ASEAN. We are rapidly developing the necessary infrastructure to support this vision. The Bharat-Myanmar-Thailand Trilateral Highway will establish direct connectivity to Thailand through Myanmar. This will ease Bharat’s connectivity with countries like Thailand, Vietnam, and Laos. Our government is also working swiftly to complete the Kaladan Multimodal Transit Project, which will connect the Kolkata Port to Sittwe Port in Myanmar, and further link the rest of the Northeast via Mizoram. This will significantly reduce the distance between West Bengal and Mizoram and prove to be a major boon for industry and trade.

Friends,

Today, cities like Guwahati, Imphal, and Agartala are being developed as multi-modal logistics hubs. In Meghalaya and Mizoram, Land Customs Stations are now giving a new boost to international trade. With all these efforts, the Northeast is emerging as a new name in trade with Indo-Pacific countries. That means a whole new sky of possibilities is opening up for you in the Northeast.

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Friends,

We are working to establish Bharat as a global health and wellness solution provider. Our mission is to make the mantra “Heal in India” a global mantra. The Northeast is not only rich in nature, but it is also a perfect destination for an organic lifestyle. Its biodiversity, its climate—they work like natural medicine for wellness. That is why I urge you to explore the Northeast for investment opportunities in the Heal in India mission.

Friends,

Music, dance, and celebration are woven into the very culture of the Northeast. That makes it a fantastic destination for global conferences, concerts, and destination weddings. In many ways, the Northeast is a complete package for tourism. Now that the benefits of development are reaching every corner of the Northeast, we are also seeing a positive impact on tourism. The number of tourists has doubled, and this is not just about numbers—home stays are being built in villages, youth are getting new opportunities as guides, and a full tour and travel ecosystem is developing. Now we must take this to even greater heights. In eco-tourism and cultural tourism, there are plenty of new investment opportunities waiting for all of you.

Friends,

For the development of any region, the most important requirement is peace and law & order. Whether it is terrorism or Maoist insurgency, our government follows a zero-tolerance policy. There was a time when the Northeast was associated with bombs, guns, and blockades. Just the mention of the Northeast brought these images to mind. And this caused immense loss to the youth of the region—countless opportunities slipped away from their hands. Our focus is on the future of the youth of the Northeast. That’s why we have signed one peace agreement after another, giving young people the chance to join the mainstream of development. In the last 10–11 years, over 10,000 youth have chosen the path of peace by laying down their arms. Today, the youth of the Northeast are getting new opportunities for employment and self-employment right in their own region. Through the MUDRA Yojana, millions of youth in the Northeast have received financial assistance worth thousands of crores of rupees. The growing number of educational institutions is helping these youths enhance their skills. Now, the youth of the Northeast are not just internet users—they are becoming digital innovators. With more than 13,000 kilometres of optical fiber, 4G and 5G coverage, and emerging opportunities in technology, young people are now launching large-scale start-ups from their own towns. The Northeast is becoming Bharat’s digital gateway.

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Friends,

We all know how important skills are for growth and a better future. The Northeast provides a favourable environment for this as well. The central government is making massive investments in the education and skill development ecosystem of the region. In the last decade, over 21,000 crore rupees have been invested in the Northeast’s education sector. Around 850 new schools have been established. The first AIIMS (All India Institute of Medical Sciences) in the Northeast is now operational. Nine new medical colleges have been built. Two new IIITs (Indian Institutes of Information Technology) have been established in the region. A campus of the Indian Institute of Mass Communication has been set up in Mizoram. Approximately 200 new skill development institutes have been established across the Northeast. The country’s first Sports University is also being built there. Under the Khelo India program, projects worth hundreds of crores of rupees are underway in the Northeast. There are 8 Khelo India Centres of Excellence and over 250 Khelo India Centres in the region alone. This means the best talent across all sectors is available in the Northeast. You must make the most of this opportunity.

Friends,

Today, the global demand for organic food is rising. There's a growing inclination toward holistic healthcare, and I have a dream — that every dining table in the world should have at least one Indian food brand. The Northeast has a crucial role to play in fulfilling this dream. In the last decade, the scope of organic farming in the Northeast has doubled. Our region is known for products like tea, pineapples, oranges, lemons, turmeric, and ginger — and their taste and quality are truly exceptional. The demand for these products is increasing globally, and this growing demand opens up great opportunities for all of you.

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Friends,

The government is working to make it easier to set up food processing units in the Northeast. Improved connectivity is already helping, and in addition to that, we are building mega food parks, expanding the cold storage network and establishing testing laboratories. The government has also launched the Oil Palm Mission. The soil and climate of the Northeast are highly suitable for oil palm cultivation. This can become a significant source of income for our farmers, and it will also help reduce Bharat’s dependency on imported edible oils. Palm oil farming is a big opportunity for our industries as well.

Friends,

Our Northeast is emerging as a key destination for two more sectors: energy and semiconductors. Whether it's hydropower or solar power, the government is making major investments in every state of the Northeast. Projects worth thousands of crores of rupees have already been approved. You not only have investment opportunities in plants and infrastructure, but also a golden opportunity in manufacturing. Whether it's solar modules, cells, storage, or research, we need greater investments. This is our future — and the more we invest in it today, the less dependent we will be on foreign countries. Today, the Northeast — especially Assam — is playing a significant role in strengthening the country’s semiconductor ecosystem. Very soon, the first Made-in-India chip from a semiconductor plant in the Northeast will be available to the country. This plant has opened the doors of opportunity for the semiconductor sector and other cutting-edge technologies in the region.

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Friends,

Rising Northeast is not just an investors' summit — it is a movement. It is a call to action. The future of Bharat will rise to new heights through the bright future of the Northeast. I have complete faith in all the business leaders. Come, let us together make our Ashtalakshmi an inspiration for a ‘Viksit Bharat’. I am fully confident that today’s collective efforts, your enthusiasm, and your commitment are turning hope into belief. And I am certain that by the time we hold the second Rising Northeast Summit, we will have achieved remarkable progress. Wishing you all the very best.

Thank you very much!