NATIONAL

PM Narendra Modi Calls Constitution the Nation’s Guiding Light Ahead of its 75th anniversary


Prime Minister Narendra Modi today said that Constitution is the guiding light of the nation and stated that it is a matter of great honour that the Indian Constitution is completing 75 years on 26th January next year. Addressing the nation in his Mann Ki Baat programme, Mr Modi said the Constitution has stood the test of time in every sense of the term. The Prime Minister noted that on the occasion of Constitution Day this year, many activities have commenced that will continue throughout the year. He mentioned that a special website constitution75.com has been created to connect citizens with the legacy of the Constitution. Prime Minister urged the listeners of Mann Ki Baat, children and youth to visit the website. People can read the Preamble of the Constitution and upload their video in the website. The website also offers the opportunity to read the Constitution in many different languages and ask questions pertaining to the Constitution.

The Maha Kumbh is going to be held in Prayagraj from the 13th of January. Prime Minister highlighted that mammoth preparations are going on at the banks of Sangam in Prayagraj. He shared that he went to Prayagraj a few days ago and viewed the entire Kumbh area from a helicopter. Prime Minister exuded pride that the speciality of Maha Kumbh is not only in its vastness, but also in its diversity. He underscored that crores of people congregate for this event, including lakhs of saints, hundreds of sects and many Akharas. He said no discrimination is done and such unity in diversity is not witnessed anywhere else in the world. He stated that Kumbh is also the Maha Kumbh of unity. Mr. Modi urged people to embrace the spirit of unity while participating in the Maha Kumbh. He also called upon them to pledge to annihilate the feelings of division and hatred in the society. Giving the slogan of Mahakumbh Ka Sandesh, Ek Ho Poora Desh, he expressed hope for an undivided society, just like the uninterrupted flow of the Ganga.

The Prime Minister highlighted that this time in Prayagraj, devotees from the country and the world will also be witness to the digital Maha Kumbh. With the help of digital navigation, people will be able to reach different ghats, temples, and akharas of sadhus. The same navigation system will also help people reach parking spaces. Mr Modi said that for the first time, an AI chatbot will be used in the Kumbh event. All kinds of information related to Kumbh will be available in 11 Indian languages ​​through the AI ​​chatbot. Prime Minister also said that the entire Fair area is being covered with AI-powered cameras. If someone gets separated from one’s kith and kin during the Kumbh, these cameras will help in finding them. Devotees will also get the facility of a digital lost and found center. They will also be provided information about government-approved tour packages, accommodation and homestay on their mobile phones. Prime Minister asked people to avail these facilities and upload their selfie with #EktaKaMahakumbh.

Touching the topic of animation, Mr Modi was pleased to note that Krish, Trish and Baltiboy, KTB, is a superhit animation series among children. Prime Minister elaborated that these three animation characters tell people about the heroes and bravehearts associated with Indian freedom struggle who are not discussed much. Recently, its second season was launched at the International Film Festival of India in Goa. Mr Modi added that this series is broadcast not only in many Indian languages ​​but also in foreign languages. Prime Minister Modi said that the popularity of Indian animation films, regular films, and TV serials shows how much potential India’s creative industry has. He noted that this industry is not only contributing to the country’s progress but also taking the economy to new heights. He congratulated the film and entertainment industry because it has strengthened the sentiment of ‘Ek Bharat – Shreshtha Bharat’.

In 2024, the nation is celebrating the 100th birth anniversary of many great personalities of the film world. Prime Minister emphasised that these personalities have accorded recognition to Indian cinema at the world level. He said that Raj Kapoor introduced the world to the soft power of India through films, while Mohammed Rafi’s voice had that magic which touched every heart. Mr Modi said Akkineni Nageswara Rao has taken Telugu cinema to new heights and Tapan Sinha’s films gave a new vision to the society. He added that their films always carried the message of social consciousness and national unity, and these personalities are an inspiration for the entire film industry.

Prime Minister was pleased to share that for the first time, the World Audio Visual Entertainment Summit, WAVES Summit, is going to be organised in India next year. He said that during the WAVES summit, giants from the media and entertainment industry and people from the creative world will come to India. He said this summit is an important step towards making India a hub of global content creation. He expressed pride that young creators of the country are joining with full enthusiasm in the preparations for this summit. He stated that as India is moving towards a 5 trillion dollar economy, the creator economy is bringing in new energy. He urged the entire entertainment and creative industry of India to be a part of the WAVES summit.

Most Recent