Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday addressed students at the golden jubilee celebrations of Jaigopal Garodia Hindu Vidyalaya Matriculation Higher Secondary School in Chennai. In his speech, he urged the younger generation to dream ambitiously and think independently, asserting that they hold the key to solving global challenges. Referring to the students as ‘Nanbargale’ (Friends), the Prime Minister emphasised that India is currently positioned to offer significant solutions to the world, providing vast opportunities for its youth.
Mr. Modi called for a collective national effort to achieve the goal of a 'Viksit Bharat' by 2047. He outlined key targets for this vision, including establishing India as one of the top three global economies and a primary manufacturing hub, while ensuring the continued development of Tamil Nadu. He highlighted the importance of nurturing individual talents and skills, noting that the national education ecosystem has seen significant expansion in colleges and universities since 2014.
Highlighting the cultural significance of the region, the Prime Minister encouraged students to explore India and act as ambassadors of their heritage. “Wherever you go, carry the Tamil culture with you. Share Tamil poetry, stories, and traditions with friends,” he advised. He underscored the need to build national unity through diverse friendships, drawing inspiration from the wisdom of the Thirukkural and the legacy of Mahakavi Subramania Bharati. Throughout the event, students interacted with the Prime Minister, displaying placards to show their support for the national development goals he presented.
Reflecting on the history of the host institution, Mr. Modi noted its modest beginnings in 1975 with only seven students, which has since expanded into a network of 15 establishments. He also touched upon the growing importance of sports in the country, expressing optimism that the determination of the Indian youth would lead to significant achievements across various competitive fields in the future.
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