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Viksit Bharat Ambassadors in Kashi Unite for An Evening of Music, Meditation

Published By : Admin | May 7, 2024 | 14:15 IST

An Evening of Music and Meditation with Viksit Bharat Ambassadors, held at the Sampurnanand Sanskrit University Grounds, Varanasi, on 4th May, saw over 8,000 attendees, including youth, professionals, and Brahmins of the city. Spiritual luminary Sri Sri Ravi Shankar graced the event, which turned out to be a harmonious blend of artistic expression and civic engagement.

Addressing the gathering, Sri Sri Ravi Shankar extolled the essence of the Viksit Bharat Ambassador role, asserting, "Anyone who works for the welfare of the country is a Viksit Bharat Ambassador."

During the event, Gurudev emphasized the importance of becoming Viksit Bharat Ambassadors and highlighted the necessity of voting. He also praised the remarkable transformation witnessed in Kashi and across the country. The discourse was further enriched by Ram Bhajans, sung by Anuradha Paudwal, and a musical performance by Gurdas Mann. Gurdas Mann also endorsed the efforts of the Prime Minister and encouraged everyone to fulfil their role as Viksit Bharat Ambassadors by actively voting.

Furthermore, highlighting the transformative strides in Kashi and across the nation, Hitesh Jain, Vice President of BJP Mumbai Pradesh, emphasized, "When PM Modi has set the goal of the Viksit Bharat Ambassador Program in front of the country, just setting goals won't make Viksit Bharat. For that, we all need to contribute."

He also highlighted the significance of Kashi Nagri as an exemplary model of India's development and aspirations towards becoming a developed nation.

The evening unfolded with soul-stirring performances by acclaimed artists. Renowned singer Anuradha Paudwal, present at the event, expressed admiration for Prime Minister Modi's commitment to India's cultural heritage, stating, "India's leadership is in good hands, with PM Narendra Modi's unwavering dedication to preserving and promoting our nation's rich culture and heritage."

The legendary Gurdas Mann further enriched the musical segment, whose melodious rendition captivated the audience. Gurdas Mann conveyed a powerful message to the youth: "Youth possess the power to shape a nation's future... People must become karma yogis to lead better lives and contribute to the nation's development."

Embracing the spirit of civic responsibility, Gurdas Mann rallied attendees to exercise their voting rights, remarking, "Emphasizing the importance of exercising our right to vote, singer Gurdas Mann inspired attendees at the VBA event with a powerful reminder of our civic duty."

The Vision of Viksit Bharat: 140 crore dreams, 1 purpose

The Viksit Bharat Ambassador movement aims to encourage citizens to take responsibility for contributing to India's development. VBA meet-ups and events are being organized in various parts of the country to achieve this goal. These events provide a platform for participants to engage in constructive discussions, exchange ideas, and explore practical strategies for contributing to the movement.

Join the movement on the NaMo App:

https://www.narendramodi.in/ViksitBharatAmbassador


The NaMo App: Bridging the Gap

Prime Minister Narendra Modi's app, the NaMo App, is a digital bridge that empowers citizens to participate in the Viksit Bharat Ambassador movement. The NaMo App serves as a one-stop platform for individuals to:

Join the cause: Sign up and become a Viksit Bharat Ambassador and make 10 other people
Amplify Development Stories: Access updates, news, and resources related to the movement.
Create/Join Events: Create and discover local events, meet-ups, and volunteer opportunities.
Connect/Network: Find and interact with like-minded individuals who share the vision of a developed India.

The 'VBA Event' section in the 'Onground Tasks' tab of the 'Volunteer Module' of the NaMo App allows users to stay updated with the ongoing VBA events.

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India-Australia Roadmap for Sports Collaboration
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Sports is a powerful bridge between India and Australia, bringing communities together and opening new pathways for collaboration.

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Implementation will be pragmatic and outcomes-focused, with activities prioritised in line with available resources and major event timelines.

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