President Draupadi Murmu has said that the coming 25 years are critical for the development of India. India is continuously on an ambitious journey of becoming the Vishwa Guru. In the year 2047, when our country would be celebrating the Century of independence, by then our country would have become self-reliant and Vishwa guru. Overseas Indians settled in every corner of the world have an important role in India's development journey.
Murmu said that India's resolve is equal and equitable development of all in the world. Our philosophy is of Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam. The whole world is one family for us. NRI's are reliable partners in India's development. We want to make you the full partner. Your collective strength, innovative ideas, technology, efficiency, capability will contribute significantly in making India self-reliant.
Murmu concluded the three-day 17th Pravasi Bharatiya Sammelan at Brilliant Convention Center, Indore today. She presented Pravasi Bharatiya Samman Award to 27 Non Resident Indians for their outstanding work in their respective fields. The President of Guyana, Mohd Irfaan Ali and the President of Suriname, Chandrika Prasad Santokhi were guest of honour. Governor Mangu Bhai Patel was also present.
The President said that Non Resident Indians have a special and important place in the world. They have gained expertise in every field of art, literature, politics, sports, business, public welfare, science, technology etc. with their dedication and hard work. Your achievements are a matter of pride and happiness for us.
President Murmu said that the Pravasi Bharatiya Samman award is the highest honour of the country given to the Non Resident Indians. It showcases the work and contribution made by them to India and other countries. You all deserve congratulations for raising the flag of India in the world.
Murmu said that the Pravasi Bharatiya Divas Sammelan has played an important role in the progress of India in the past two decades. It has become an important platform for dialogue and co-operation between the government and the Indian diaspora. The conference was organised virtually 2 years ago due to Corona. It gives me great pleasure to meet all of you today. This conference is celebrated in the glorious memory of the return of the Father of the Nation, Mahatma Gandhi from Africa on 9 January 2015.
Murmu said that the Government of India is doing everything possible for the welfare of the Non Resident Indians. A digital platform has been created to help and support them. Indian students were brought back honourably from Ukraine through Operation Ganga.
The President said that all the sessions of the Pravasi Bharatiya Sammelan have been very important. On the basis of the findings obtained in these, the way of progress will open in various fields. The participation of women entrepreneurs in particular has been significant in the conference. It will strengthen our economy. The role of young In NRI's in the conference is also commendable. They will make a significant contribution to the expansion of new technology. Economic and other challenges before the world at the present time will also be solved. India will have better relations with all countries.
Murmu said that this year India has the honour of presiding over the G-20. Its theme "One Earth, One Family and One Future" is based on our vision of a global family. India will open doors of equal development for all in the whole world.