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Date : 21 Jan 2022
Our progress lies in the progress of the nation: Azadi Ke Amrit Mahotsav se Swarnim Bharat Ke Ore
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- Prime Minister Narendra Modi addressed the national launch ceremony of Azadi Ke Amrit Mahotsav se Swarnim Bharat Ke Ore through video conferencing.
- The program unveiled year-long initiatives dedicated to Azadi Ka Amrit Mahotsav by the Brahma Kumaris, which include more than 30 campaigns and over 15 thousand programs and events.
- During the event, a song dedicated to Azadi Ka Amrit Mahotsav, by Grammy Award winner Mr. Ricky Kej, was released.
- My India Healthy India,
- Aatmanirbhar Bharat-Self Reliant Farmers,
- Women-Flag Bearers of India,
- Power of Peace Bus Campaign,
- Andekha Bharat Cycle Rally,
- United India Motor Bike Campaign, and
- green initiatives under Swachh Bharat Abhiyan.
- The Prime Minister said, the country needs everyone's cooperation and efforts. He stressed that there is a need to develop a system wherein there is no place for discrimination and which stands on the foundation of equality and social justice.
- He said, the country is witnessing a New India where decisions are new and progressive. He said, India maintains its original nature in the adverse situation and this is the strength of the country.
- Recalling the women's power and the sacrifices made by the women freedom fighters, Mr. Modi said, the country is remembering their sacrifices during the Azadi ka Amrit Mahotsav. He said, Rani Lakshmibai, Kittur Chennamma, Ahilyabai Holkar, Savitribhai Phule maintained the identity of India.
- He said, the participation of women in the country's democracy is increasing.
- Talking about the success of Beti Bachao Beti Padhao, he said, this scheme has improved the sex ratio and it is a clear indication of New India.
- Stressing on preserving the country's culture, civilization, values, spirituality, and diversity, Mr. Modi said, technology, infrastructure, education, health need to be continuously modernized simultaneously.
- The nation is celebrating Azadi ka Amrit Mahotsav as the country is going to complete 75th year of Independence this year.
- The Prime Minister launched the Azadi ka Amrit Mahotsav on 12th March last year from Sabarmati Ashram, Ahmedabad, Gujarat. Azadi ka Amrit Mahotsav was launched 75 weeks before 15 August 2022 and will continue till 15 August 2023.
