And many people have gone so shameless that despite being convicted in court, having been proved corrupt, having been sentenced for imprisonment, while still serving in jail, they continue to glorify, take pride and continue to elevate their status. This country has the unlimited potential to survive across centuries and influence even beyond the powerful rulers. So, even if the past 75 years have been wonderful, full of various challenges and certain unfulfilled dreams, yet today when we are entering the 'Azadi Ka AmritKaal', the next 25 years are very significant for our country. More than two decades after 9/11 and more than a decade after 26/11 in Mumbai, radicalism and terrorism still remain a pressing danger for the whole world. Unicode Script: Modi | FontSpace Today is an opportunity to pay homage to countless such great men like Dr. Rajendra Prasad ji, Nehru ji, Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel, Shyama Prasad Mookerjee, Lal Bahadur Shastri, Deendayal Upadhyay, Jai Prakash Narayan, Ram Manohar Lohia, Acharya Vinoba Bhave, Nanaji Deshmukh, Subramania Bharati who fought the war of independence and built the country after independence. No part of India or any time period remained untouched by the freedom struggle against several centuries of slavery and marked by people sacrificing themselves facing torutre and making supreme sacrifice. We became the only G20 country to meet its Paris commitment. And this view isn't limited to the White House. Friends, today is a day that has special importance in the history of India America relations. India is becoming a manufacturing hub. That applies to all our global institutions of governance, especially the United Nations. It embraces the new. The repository contains transcripts of speeches delivered by the Prime Minister in both English and Hindi. Watch Indian PM Modi's full address to Congress - NBC News In the journey of 75 years, in the midst of hopes, aspirations, ups and downs, it is with everyone's effort that we could reach this far. When I speak about Indias approach to the world, the United States occupies a special place. Press freedom, religious freedom, tolerance, diversity.". I urge the countrymen to start the Amrit Kaal today by nurturing new possibilities, realizing new resolutions and moving ahead with confidence. Mister Speaker and Distinguished members, Even by the high standards of our partnership, this visit is one of a great positive transformation. Democracy is the spirit that supports equality and dignity. India prides itself on being the world's largest democracy. There are millions here, who have roots in India. First of all, I want to thank President Biden for his warm words and for his positive views on India-US relations. A spirit of democracy, inclusion and sustainability defines us. Today, India is the fifth largest economy. In this resolution, I can see the seed of a bright future of 'Atmanirbhar Bharat' that will convert this dream into a banyan tree. Look at this renaissance. Not just of Constitution, but also of its spirit of social empowerment. It should be nipped there itself. If I were to say it in English, it would be: Raising its head in the skies,Piercing through the dense clouds,With the promise of light,The sun has just risen. Democracy, demography and destiny give us that purpose. He concluded his speech with Jai Hind, Bharat Mata ki Jai and Vande Mataram. But natural farming and chemical-free farming can give a boost to self-reliance. When I was here in 2016, I had said that our relationship is primed for a momentous future. Who are these people? Democracy is the culture that gives wings to thought and expression. hide caption. I have full faith that we can thus diminish the discrimination prevalent in our society. When the world has changed, our institutions too must change. Today, we stand at a new dawn in our relationship that will not only shape the destiny of our two nations, but also that of the world. An attempt was made in every corner of India to remember all those great men who did not find mention in history for some reasons or who were forgotten. And hence, it is beyond assessment. In name of saving democracy, they get money from various sources. The element of slavery should not remain in our mind even under the distant seven seas, friends. As we wake up to this auspicious morning of 76th Independence, we must resolve to make India a developed nation in the next 25 years. Today, women serve our country in the Army, Navy and Air Force. Today is an opportunity for all of us countrymen to bow down and salute all such brave hearts, the legends of every sacrifice made by every great soul. As I have said directly and publicly, this is not an era of war. India's Modi paints a picture of a flourishing democracy to Congress It is ingrained in our values that we will pray that may all be prosperous and happy, may all be free from illness, may all see what is auspicious, and may no one suffer. Mister Speaker, The dark clouds of coercion and confrontation are casting their shadow in the Indo Pacific. We have given nearly forty million homes to provide shelter to over hundred and fifty million people. PM Modireceived15 standing ovations and 79 applauses during his hour-long speech. People are still to understand this. Some hands picked up brooms, while some chose spindles, while several chose the path towards satyagrah, some chose to struggle while many treaded the path of bravery of revolution. And, by a common destiny. We have this power. It is as a result of such immense capabilities and resilience that our nation has emerged strong despite facing innumerable adversities be it food crisis or war. In a speech to Congress, Prime Minister Narendra Modi of India promoted his nation's development and said the relationship between his country and the United States was important for. But our generation has the honour of taking it to greater heights. "The China factor is really an accelerant in the relationship," said Akriti (Vasudeva) Kalyankar from the Stimson Center's South Asia Program. We are those people who see Lord Narayana in every man. Watch highlights of Prime Minister Narendra Modi's speeches on various occasions. Unless there is hatred towards filth in the society, the consciousness for cleanliness does not arise, unless we develop hatred towards the corrupt and corruption, until we relegate these people to social shaming, such mentality will not change. We celebrated a remarkable journey of over 75 years of freedom, after a thousand years of foreign rule in one form or another. Millennia ago, our oldest scriptures said, . Be it the goal of renewable energy, the intention of building new medical colleges in the country or creating a workforce of doctors, the pace has increased a lot in every field. It is a truly a great honour to address you for the first time as the Prime Minister of India. My dear brothers and sisters, today I want to congratulate the soldiers of the army of my country from my heart. He spoke about the rapid strides made in India-US bilateral relations and shared his vision for elevating bilateral ties. In fact, he briefly addressed the conflict. We share a vision of a free, open and inclusive Indo Pacific, connected by secure seas, defined by international law, free from domination, and anchored in ASEAN centrality. It is a Thursday afternoon a fly-out day for some of you. Big resolution! 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I can foresee that India will march ahead phenomenally in this decade which is hailed as the techade for humanity. standard view, enable JavaScript by changing your browser options. The day of independence is a festival when we take a solemn pledge of working for the welfare of mother India, and also for the welfare of the poor, oppressed, dalits, the exploited & the backward people of our country. Yes, you heard it right Two Thousand Three Hundred Percent! There may be many issues to discuss but considering the time constraint, I would like to talk about two things right now. The peaceful co-existence of innumerable traditions and creeds are our pride. I could sense your soul calling about the hopes and aspirations you have for your country. We are trying to ensure that those who looted the country are compelled to return. Instead, we must rely on our capabilities. Hence, we must acknowledge and strengthen the potential of our small farmers, entrepreneurs, small and medium sized enterprises, cottage industries, micro industries, street vendors, domestic labourers, daily wagers, auto rickshaw drivers, bus service providers etc. This is consciousness; this is potential, which has given new strength to the country today. This is that pool of talent who lives in Tier-2 and Tier-3 cities, or in villages and belongs to poor families. I am mindful that it may not befit the podium of the Red Fort. hide caption. They are a great treasure of humanity, composed thousands of years ago. A strong testimony of its power. By India Today Web Desk: Am deeply honoured by the invitation to address this joint meeting of the US Congress. AatmaNirbhar Bharat is not a government agenda or a government programme. Whether it is a matter of space mission, whether it is about our Deep Ocean Mission, whether we want to go deep into the ocean or we have to touch the sky, these are new areas, by which we are moving forward. During this time, hesignedautographs and clicked selfies with members of the US Congress. To live for the motherland each day, every moment of time and every particle of life will be our true tribute to the freedom fighters. If I do not open up in front of the countrymen, then where will I say it after all? Earlier this year, Indian tax authorities raided local BBC offices after the network aired a documentary that was critical of Modi's role in the 2002 Gujarat riots where over 1,000 people died, mostly Muslims. I believe in the power of words spoken from the ramparts of this Red Fort. My heartfelt greetings to all my dear Indians on this Amrit Mahotsav festival of celebrating our freedom. Not just of our competitive and cooperative federalism, but also of our essential unity and integrity. Biden told reporters that the relationship between the United States and India is "among the most consequential in the world." We are the people who have seen the welfare of the world; we have been on the path of collective good and individual good, not only for our people but the whole world by believing in sarve bhavantu sukhina, sarve santu nirmay. That is nearly six times the population of Australia! About twenty different parties govern various states of India. Liberal Democrats Boycott Modi's Speech to Congress Modi tells Congress that U.S.-India ties represent 'defining Today we must also recall the contributions made by the crores of citizens of the country who have done everything possible to take the country forward despite various challenges in 75 years. With whatever I could embrace of your dreams, I immersed myself fully in empowering those countrymen during my tenure who were left behind and deprived from being a part of the mainstream. PM Modi address to Joint US Congress: FULL TRANSCRIPT - OpIndia Republican and Democrats in Congress have similar concerns about China's impact in the region. Today, I also wish to pay a heartfelt tribute to one of them Congressman John Lewis. Making sustainability a mass movement will help the world reach the Net Zero target faster. hide caption. Click to see all the free fonts that are available for Modi! Be they the marginalised, outcast, exploited, victimized, deprived, tribals, women, youth, farmers, or the divyang people. Can we not pledge to get rid of everything in our behavior, culture and everyday life that humiliates and demeans women? We have worked on building Digital India. Together, we shall give a better future to the world, and a better world to the future. Every Indian is filled with pride while remembering the countless brave women who achieved the pinnacle of sacrifice. We must overcome all such forces sponsoring and exporting terror. "India is going to have influence in this region. For this honour, I extend my deepest gratitude on behalf of the 1.4 billion people of India. This consciousness is felt when the country goes out to greet the corona warriors by lighting a lamp. The third Pran is that we should feel proud of our heritage and legacy. We took banking to the unbanked with the worlds largest financial inclusion drive. Over the centuries, Modi-script has undergone changes and can be classified as: Bahamani (16th century), Shivkalin (17th century), Peshwekalin (18th century) and Anglakalin (19th -20th century). Be it manufacturing of electronic goods or mobile phones, today the country is progressing at a very fast pace. Strength also adds up to a great extent. Today the world is moving ahead to celebrate the millet year at the international level. Last year, India celebrated 75 years of its independence. I can relate to the battles of passion, persuasion and policy. This is our glory. We do not underestimate these. We are the people who know how to live with nature. In an almostone-hour speech to the Joint US Congress, PM Narendra Modi touched upon a variety of themes. It all began with Dandi Yatra in 2021. India grows while being responsible about our planet. TMCs Saket Gokhale spreads fake news by claiming that MQ-9B drone deal is overpriced, challenges govt to say reports are wrong hours after govt As the White House criticises people questioning journalist Sabrina Siddiqui, here are five occasions when President Biden was hostile to the media, AltNews co-founder Mohammad Zubair insinuates that YouTuber took money to criticise Congress, YouTuber calls out baseless allegation. The second Pran is that in no part of our existence, not even in the deepest corners of our mind or habits should there be any ounce of slavery. Friends, whether it is police or people, ruler or administrator, no one can be untouched by this civic duty. Until 10th August, people would not even be aware of the power within the country. Because of that, Rhodes said he thinks the White House could be more outspoken about democratic backsliding and treatment of Muslim minorities in India without risking continued collaboration with India on the national security issues. We are fully cognisant of this, today, my countrymen have a major role in awakening. The ones that qualified to reach the competition in other countries were least bothered about winning medals for the country. These ideologies keep taking new identities and forms, but their intentions are the same. From the farthest of Indias east or west, north or south, ocean beds or Himalayan peaks, I have dedicated myself to fulfil Mahatma Gandhis vision of inclusion. We need competition for development. This gives strength to our federalism. But I will still express my deepest feelings of agony to my countrymen. We have to dominate the world. Every hundred miles, our cuisine changes. I also want to salute the little children between 5 and 7 years of age. If everyone performs the duties of a citizen, I am sure that we can achieve the desired goals ahead of time. I think that this awakening of consciousness, this renaissance, is our greatest asset. The joint family system is an asset. We became independent. In all this, Indian Americans have played a big role. Remarks by President Biden and Prime Minister Modi of the Republic of It is the job of the government to make efforts to provide 24 hours electricity but it is the duty of the citizen to save as many units as he can. They didn't let the resolutions fade away. The foundations of unity can be laid in every home only if son and daughter enjoy equality. One consequence of globalisation has been the over-concentration of supply chains. There will be and there must be a contest of ideas at home. These form the largest population who need to be empowered. All my endeavours, everything that I am thinking, saying, envisioning or visualising is in accordance with India First. Their determination to start a new life with their love for India is inspirational and worth saluting. Indian PM Modi wraps up Washington trip with appeal to tech CEOs Being an aspirational society is the biggest asset for any nation. Our trusted partnership is like the Sun in this new dawn that will spread light all around. Eight hundred and fifty million people receive direct benefit financial transfers into their accounts. This is our power. But the younger generation is also making it a hub of technology. Its not that we did not have such great talent in the past. Today the world is talking about holistic health care. But for the last three days, the way the country has set about celebrating the journey of the Tricolour, even the leading experts of social science can't imagine the power within my country which has been shown by the Tricolor. Countries of the Global South have been particularly affected. Otherwise, everyone will carry heavy resentment that s/he was deserving but could not succeed as there was no family member vouching for them in the ecosystem. Andrew Caballero-Reynolds/AFP via Getty Images We are ensuring that optical fiber reaches each and every village until the last mile. How can we not be proud of this heritage? India is known for its traditions. When our partnership progresses, economic resilience increases, innovation grows, science flourishes, knowledge advances, humanity benefits, our seas and skies are safer, democracy will shine brighter, and the world will be a better place. In India, technology is not only about innovation but also about inclusion. Today we have many success stories to show to the world - UPI-BHIM, our digital payment, our compelling position in the domain of Fintech. Another very important issue is Unity and solidarity. Nearly five hundred million people benefited. Mister Speaker and Distinguished members. Our partnership augurs well for the future of democracy. The lives of the ordinary citizens have been ruined by corruption. This is an opportunity to also solemnly acknowledge their debt and pledge to fulfil their dreams at the earliest with deep resolve. That future is today. (Photo: Reuters) In Short Modi became India's sixth Prime Minister to speak at the US Congress. We reach out to others during disasters as first responders, as we do for our own. Sabka Prayas is going to yield this result. Technology will determine the security, prosperity and leadership in the Twenty First century. Standing here, seven Junes ago, thats the June when Hamilton swept all the awards, I said that the hesitations of history were behind us. Due to the sacrifices made by our mothers and sisters over the centuries, the 'joint family system' has evolved as a legacy. Our vision is pro-planet prosperity. One can experience this consciousness when every corner of India comes out to observe Janata Curfew. Fourth Pran which is equally important is unity and solidarity. I wish to remember Congressman, Ron Wright and the staff members who lost their lives to Covid. This Team India of 130 crore countrymen will realize all the dreams by moving forward as a team. 175 English speeches: Delivered by the Mr. Modi at different venues from 2014-18. How to get the optimum outcome of our natural wealth? According to Reuters, at least 100 members of the last Congress descended from slaveholders. But, what should be the optimum outcome of our human resources for the Amrit Kaal? This is the first dawn of the Amrit Kaal and we should not forget a single moment for the next 25 years. He said the world body that was created in 1945 does not reflect the realities of 2020. Our vision is pro-planet people. FULL TEXT: Narendra Modi's speech at United Nations General Assembly "In the 21st Century, the requirements . Please have a seat. Everyone moved towards cleanliness as per his capacity and there is now antipathy towards filthiness. I have to fight against it, intensify the fight and have to take it to a decisive point. We have the competencies to contribute in this techade. It means the truth is one but the wise express it in different ways. Since it involves major powers, the outcomes are severe. India also has the highest percentage of women airline pilots in the world. When we talk of the 25 years of Amrit Kaal, I know that there would be many challenges, limitations and problems. This section takes you through 7 memorable speeches of Narendra Modi: "Development alone is the solution to all problems! I feel your warmth as old friends. Democracy is the idea that welcomes debate and discourse. Independence Day: Full text of PM Modi's address to nation While trying to understand all the countries in the world that have made progress; every country that has achieved something, even in personal life, few things emerged. The world is being influenced by it today. There is one behind me, who has made history! While becoming the fastest growing economy, we grew our solar capacity by Two Thousand Three Hundred Percent! Today natural farming is also a way of becoming self-reliant. Today, digital platforms are empowering the rights and dignity of people, while protecting privacy.