The Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi, today interacted with people in a unique townhall style interaction over 100 minutes.
The Prime Minister’s townhall marked the culmination of a day-long event to mark two years since the launch of MyGov – the Government’s web platform for participatory governance.|
In reply to a question on good governance, the Prime Minister said that the spirit of democracy is incomplete if one thinks the citizen's role stops at voting. Participative democracy is essential, he emphasized. He said 'last mile delivery' is as important as policies, and the benefits must reach the intended beneficiaries. He said good governance means those processes that are redundant do not exist. Grievance redressal systems are the biggest strengths of a democracy, he added.
On the subject of economic growth and development, the Prime Minister said that if India could grow at 8 per cent for 30 years, it would have all that is best across the world. He asserted that India is growing at a rapid pace despite the global slowdown.|
The Prime Minister spoke about agriculture as the sector which could drive the entire Indian economy. He said the Prime Minister Krishi Sinchai Yojana and soil health card were some of the initiatives being taken, which would benefit this sector.
Speaking of the handloom sector, the Prime Minister said that “Khadi for Nation, Khadi for Fashion,” should be our guiding principle.|
In response to a question on Smart Cities and development of rural areas, the Prime Minister mentioned the Rurban Mission, and said his vision is to provide modern amenities to the rural areas, while retaining the soul of villages.
The Prime Minister described “India First” as the central theme of his foreign policy. He said the Indian diaspora has played a key role in connecting India with other nations.|
Shri Narendra Modi emphasized the importance of preventive healthcare, and also said the Swachh Bharat Abhiyan is an important element in this regard. He also mentioned the Government’s immunization campaign – Mission Indradhanush.
Expressing anger at self-styled “gau-rakshaks” (cow-protectors) who “run shops in the name of cow protection,” and urged action against criminals who masquerade as protectors of the cow.
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Earlier, the Prime Minister interacted briefly on stage with contributors to the Mann Ki Baat Radio Programme, and the MyGov platform.
The Prime Minister launched a new PMO App, and also met the young contributors who had helped develop this App.
