This Article is From Jan 08, 2015

PM Modi Addresses NRIs at Pravasi Bharatiya Divas

Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated the Pravasi Bharatiya Divas at the Mahatma Mandir in Gandhinagar today. Pravasi Bharatiya Divas is the world's largest annual gathering of people of Indian origin aimed at enhancing networking and reinforcing commercial linkages.
Jan 08, 2015 13:39 (IST)
Following the Pravasi Bharatiya Divas an event has been planned for Friday, January 09, 2015:

Chief Minister's Conclave - To be chaired by Union Home Minister Rajnath Singh.


Key Note Speakers at the Chief Minister's Conclave:

Chief Minister of Gujarat Anandiben Patel
Minister of State for Commerce & Industry Nirmala Sitharaman
Chief Minister of Punjab Parkash Singh Badal
Chief Minister of Kerala Oommen Chandy
Chief Minister of Madhya Pradesh Shivraj Singh Chauhan
Chief Minister of Andhra Pradesh Candrababu Naidu
Chief Minister of Meghalaya Mukul Sangma
Chief Minister of Maharashtra Devendra Fadnavis
Chief Minister of Goa Laxmikanth Parsekar
Chief Minister of  Haryana Manohar Lal Khattar
Chief Minister of Jharkhand Raghubar Das


The 8 states participating in the Chief Minister's Conclave are:

Bihar, Jharkhand, Gujarat, Karnataka, Kerala, Maharashtra, Punjab, and Uttar Pradesh

Jan 08, 2015 13:06 (IST)
PM Modi proposes an quiz competition - Bharat Ko Jaano (Know India) as he concludes his address to the Indian diaspora at the Pravasi Bharatiya Divas 2015.
Jan 08, 2015 13:05 (IST)
PM Modi in Sanskrit: Yastu sancharate deshaan sevate yastu Panditaan.Tasya vistaaritaa budhistailabindurivaambhasi.

(Translation: A person who frequently travels to different countries and remains in the service of learned people, his scope of intelligence is very wide,  just like a drop of oil which spreads over a wide area of water).


Jan 08, 2015 12:56 (IST)
There is one more issue that I am sure you are concerned about and that is the rejuvenation of Maa Ganga: PM Narendra Modi


Jan 08, 2015 12:54 (IST)
Everything can't be measured in pounds or dollars. Our relationship with people of Indian origin is beyond that: PM Modi
Jan 08, 2015 12:53 (IST)
There is a different strength when we meet our own people and share our joys and sorrows. It's a source of great energy: PM Modi
Jan 08, 2015 12:50 (IST)
When India goes through troubled times,  people of Indian origin the world over feel the pain: Prime Minister Modi


Jan 08, 2015 12:48 (IST)
When there was a quake in Gujarat, there would not have been a single person of Indian origin across the world who didn't shed tears: PM Narendra Modi to the Indian diaspora
Jan 08, 2015 12:48 (IST)
I know there were times you did not really want to participate in Pravasiya Bharati Divas, but I always attended. I know the problems you faced. That is why visa on arrival facilities are being made available for several nations: Prime Minister Narendra Modi


Jan 08, 2015 12:43 (IST)
The world is ready to embrace India. We have so much to offer, what is needed is confidence in ourselves: PM Modi


Jan 08, 2015 12:42 (IST)
I put forth the idea of Yoga day in the UN and 177 countries out of 193 were keen on co-sponsoring it: PM Modi
Jan 08, 2015 12:40 (IST)
When someone living abroad finds out an Indian will be his neighbour, he's happy. He thinks his children will inculcate family values: PM Modi
Jan 08, 2015 12:36 (IST)
I have met more than 50 world leaders in the short span that I have been given this new responsibility. All the world leaders I met expressed desire to partner with India. Such opportunities do not come easily in a nation's life: PM Modi


Jan 08, 2015 12:33 (IST)
The Indian community is admired all around the world. It is not due to the money they have, but the values that they live with: PM Modi


Jan 08, 2015 12:31 (IST)
The more the entire world gets to know about Mahatma Gandhi, it will be better. His teachings have the strength to guide everyone: PM Modi


Jan 08, 2015 12:29 (IST)
There are several opportunities waiting for you in India: PM Modi to the Indian diaspora at the Pravasi Bharat Divas 2015.
Jan 08, 2015 12:25 (IST)
World is seeing India with immense hope and optimism: PM Modi at inauguration of Pravasi Bharatiya Divas 2015.


Jan 08, 2015 12:23 (IST)
People used to leave our country in pursuit of aspiration and opportunities. Those opportunities are present in India today. Times have changed very quickly: PM Modi


Jan 08, 2015 12:22 (IST)
Indian nationals are there in over 200 countries. They have taken India there with them: PM Modi at the Pravasi Bharatiya Divas 2015.
Jan 08, 2015 12:21 (IST)
A resident Gujarati welcomes non-resident Indians today : PM Modi (Pravasi bharatiyon ka aaj ek pravasiya Gujarati swagat karta hain).
Jan 08, 2015 12:19 (IST)
PM Narendra Modi speaking at inauguration of 'Pravasi Bharatiya Divas' in Gandhinagar.


Jan 08, 2015 12:10 (IST)
Reaffirm my government's support for your candidature for a permanent seat on the UN Security Council: President of Guyana, Doland Ramotar.
Jan 08, 2015 12:10 (IST)
India must play an important role in confronting challenges of climate change: President of Guyana, Doland Ramotar.
Jan 08, 2015 11:59 (IST)
It is with great humility and pride that I stand here to participate in this annual meeting. Today is a day of symbolism for you as well, PM Modi - returning to the state of your birth and presiding over this event: President of Guyana, Doland Ramotar.
Jan 08, 2015 11:56 (IST)
Mr Prime Minister, it is no secret that your leadership played a key role in transforming this great state (Gujarat): President of Guyana, Doland Ramotar.
Jan 08, 2015 11:54 (IST)
President of Guyana, Doland Ramotar addresses the gathering at the Pravasi Bharatiya Divas 2015. He is the chief guest this year.
Jan 08, 2015 11:51 (IST)
The bond between South Africa and India is formed by our  two people. South Africa is today home to the largest community of Indians outside India: South African Minister of International Relations and Cooperation Maite Nkoana-Mashabane.
Jan 08, 2015 11:49 (IST)
This year we're celebrating 100 years of Mahatma Gandhi's return from South Africa to India: South African Minister of International Relations and Cooperation Maite Nkoana-Mashabane.
Jan 08, 2015 11:48 (IST)
Today is the exact day when the African National Congress, the party of Nelson Mandela, was founded in 1912: South African Minister of International Relations and Cooperation Maite Nkoana-Mashabane.
Jan 08, 2015 11:47 (IST)
'Namaste' says Maite Nkoana-Mashabane, Minister of International Relations and Cooperation of South Africa at the Pravasi Bharatiya Divas 2015.
Jan 08, 2015 11:41 (IST)
Ms. Maite Nkoana-Mashabane, Minister of International Relations and Cooperation of South Africa addresses the Pravasi Bharatiya Divas 2015.
Jan 08, 2015 11:35 (IST)
I remember our former Prime Minister Atal Bihari Vajpayee ji, due to whose efforts the Pravasi Bharatiya Divas is being celebrated since 2003: Gujarat chief minister Anandiben Patel.
Jan 08, 2015 11:32 (IST)
Chief Minister of Gujarat Anandiben Patel welcomes NRIs at the Pravasi Bharatiya Divas 2015.


Jan 08, 2015 11:30 (IST)
I welcome you all to the land of Mahatma Gandhi and Sardar Patel, says Gujarat chief minister Anandiben Patel.
Jan 08, 2015 11:29 (IST)
Chief Minister of Gujarat Anandiben Patel addresses the gathering at the Pravasi Bharatiya Divas 2015.
Jan 08, 2015 11:27 (IST)
Doors of my Ministry are always open to you all. I welcome your suggestions: External Affairs Minister Sushma Swaraj to NRIs.
Jan 08, 2015 11:27 (IST)
Successful and prosperous diaspora is an asset to India. We will work closely with the Indian diaspora. PM has taken lead to reach out to them: Sushma Swaraj
Jan 08, 2015 11:25 (IST)
I welcome Prime Minister Narendra Modi without whose guidance and leadership the event would not be possible at this scale: External Affairs Minister Sushma Swaraj.


Jan 08, 2015 11:24 (IST)
We look forward to taking India-Guyana relations to greater heights: External Affairs Minister Sushma Swaraj to President Donald Ramotar.
Jan 08, 2015 11:22 (IST)
Let me extend my warm welcome to you all: External Affairs Minister Sushma Swaraj at the Pravasi Bharatiya Divas 2015.
Jan 08, 2015 11:21 (IST)
External Affiars Minister Sushma Swaraj addresses the gathering at the Pravasi Bharatiya Divas.
Jan 08, 2015 11:16 (IST)
Prime Minister Modi inaugurates the Pravasi Bharatiya Divas.


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Jan 08, 2015 02:43 (IST)
Ahead of Business Summit, a Poster Controversy in Gujarat
The removal of posters showcasing Uttar Pradesh to NRIs who are gathering in Ahmedabad, has triggered a huge controversy.
Jan 08, 2015 02:43 (IST)
Sushma Swaraj Supervises Pravasi Bharatiya Divas Preparations in Gandhinagar
Union External Affairs Minister Sushma Swaraj today took stock of preparations for the forthcoming Pravasi Bharatiya Divas (PBD) at Kankaria lake and Sabarmati Riverfront in the city as well as Mahatma Mandir in Gandhinagar.
Jan 08, 2015 02:42 (IST)
Astronaut Sunita Williams to Attend Pravasi Bharatiya Divas
Gujarat-origin US astronaut Sunita Williams is expected to attend the opening ceremony of Pravasi Bharatiya Divas (PBD) next month in Gandhinagar.
Jan 08, 2015 02:42 (IST)
Prime Minister Modi to Inaugurate Pravasi Bhartiya Divas on January 8
Prime Minister Narendra Modi will inaugurate the Pravasi Bharatiya Divas (PBD) at Mahatma Mandir in Gandhinagar on January 8.
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