Pravasi Bharatiya Divas 2021 |
Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi on 9th January inaugurated the 16th edition of the Pravasi Bharatiya Divas convention via video conferencing and addressed the Indians living overseas. At the PBD convention, PM Modi lauded the Indian diaspora for its contribution amid the Coronavirus pandemic. PM Modi said, Today we have been connected with the internet from various corners of the world but our minds are always connected with `Maa Bharti`, In the past years, Non-Resident Indians have strengthened their identity in other countries. PM Narendra Modi said, when India stood in the face of terrorism, the world too got the courage to face this challenge. Today, India is using technology to end corruption. Money worth millions is directly being credited to the accounts of the beneficiary. India`s External Affairs Minister Dr. S. Jaishankar, during his address at the Pravasi Bharatiya Divas said, the objective of the “Aatmanirbhar Bharat” initiative is to build greater capacities and enhance its contribution to the world. He invited the Indian diaspora to be part of India`s efforts to build stronger capabilities. He said India with greater capacities can be an additional engine of growth for the global economy. The dialogue was also held with Diaspora Business Leaders & CEOs on 10th of January. It showcased opportunities in India with a view to expanding manufacturing, especially with technology-led innovation start-ups, creating the next level in services potential, skilling and placing human capital overseas, trade and financial investment.
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