In a two-day visit to Varanasi, Prime Minister Narendra Modi emphasized the need for reconstructing India’s cultural symbols targeted by historical “tyrants.” Speaking at the inauguration of the Swarved Mahamandir, one of the world’s largest meditation centers, Modi highlighted the importance of incorporating social realities and cultural identities for holistic national development. He mentioned the significance of structures like the Swarved temple, envisioning Varanasi as a major tourism center. Modi also presented nine requests to the people, ranging from water conservation to promoting digital transactions and cleanliness.
Key Points:
– Reconstruction of cultural symbols vital for India’s holistic development.
– Swarved Mahamandir inauguration, a meditation center with a 20,000 people capacity.
– Modi’s nine requests include water conservation, digital transaction awareness, and cleanliness.
– Emphasis on the rejuvenation of holy places, citing the upcoming inauguration of the Ram temple in Ayodhya.
– Varanasi’s development highlighted through infrastructure, healthcare, and employment initiatives.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi said:
> “The tyrants who attempted to weaken India first targeted our symbols. After independence, the reconstruction of these cultural symbols was necessary.”
Additional Requests:
1. Save every drop of water.
2. Spread awareness of digital transactions.
3. Work towards cleanliness in villages, localities, and cities.
4. Use local products whenever possible.
5. Encourage travel within the country.
6. Educate farmers about natural farming.
7. Include millets in daily life.
8. Invest in fitness, yoga, or sports.
9. Support one poor family to alleviate poverty.
Focus on Rural Women Empowerment:
– Modi’s resolution to make two crore rural women “Lakhpati Didis” for self-reliance.
– Commitment to welfare schemes for the poor, youth, women, and farmers.
Government Initiatives:
– PM Kisan Samman Nidhi scheme benefiting farmers.
– Introduction of “kisan drones” for efficient fertiliser spraying.
– Support for the Banas dairy plant in Varanasi.
Vision for India:
> “Today, the entire country, including Kashi, is committed to building a developed India.”
– Opposition’s demand for a nationwide caste census.
– Modi’s perspective: Recognizing only four castes – poor, youth, women, and farmers.
30,000 crore transferred to farmers’ bank accounts through PM Kisan Samman Nidhi scheme.
– Introduction of “kisan drones” for efficient fertiliser spraying.
– Initiatives like the Banas dairy plant in Varanasi.
Prime Minister Modi’s visit to Varanasi underscores the importance of preserving cultural heritage, promoting holistic development, and addressing key national priorities.
