The Prime Minister, Narendra Modi, on Wednesday, replied to the motion of thanks on the President’s address to Parliament, in the Lok Sabha. He said the speech by Rashtrapati Ji showcased India’s ‘Sankalp Shakti.’ His words have boosted the spirit of confidence among the people of India.
Tracing the historical trajectory of the world order after the World Wars, the Prime Minister pointed out that the post-COVIDworld is turning out to be very different. In such times, remaining isolated from the global trends will be counter-productive. That is why, India is working towards building an Aatmanirbhar Bharat, which seeks to further global good.
The Prime Minister pointed out that during the pandemic, the government could help the affected people through direct benefit transfer of 2 lakh crore rupees directly in their accounts.
On the Farm laws, the Prime Minister said that after the Laws relating to agriculture were passed by Parliament – no Mandi has shut. Likewise, MSP has remained. Procurement on MSP has remained. The Budget has proposed to strengthen the mandis.
Agriculture is part of the society and culture and our festivities and all occasions are connected with sowing and harvesting. More than 80 percent of our population cannot be ignored, small farmers cannot be ignored. Fragmentation of landholding is leading to a worrisome situation where farmers are not getting viable returns from their fields, investment in agriculture is suffering. Steps are required for small farmers. Therefore we need to work for making our farmers Aatmnirbhar and give them the freedom to sell their harvest and infuse diversity in crops. He stressed that investment in agriculture will lead to more employment. If we are able to provide them a level playing field, modern technology and instill confidence in them will need positive thinking as old ways and parameters will not work, the Prime Minister said.
PM Modi asserted that the public sector is essential but at the same time the role of the private sector is also vital. If India is able to serve humanity, it is also due to the role of the private sector.
The Prime Minister also criticized the violence in the Kisan Andolan.
The Prime Minister said that the government is working for strengthening infrastructure to create new opportunities for the poor and middle class. The Government is focussing on taking the country towards balanced development. The Prime Minister said that the Government is working in mission mode for eastern India. He mentioned, petroleum projects, roads, airports, waterways, CNG, LPG coverage, net connectivity projects in the region.
The Prime Minister also pointed out that the government is taking steps to undo the historical neglect of the border infrastructure.