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1. #PM addresses the Somnath Swabhiman Parv in Somnath, Gujarat:11 Jan, 2026Print News. /

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VIDEO: Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s speech during #SomnathSwabhimanParv

PM addresses the Somnath Swabhiman Parv in Somnath, Gujarat

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COMMENTS:

Even after a thousand years, the flag still flies atop the Somnath Temple, it reminds the world of India’s strength and spirit: PM

SomnathSwabhimanParv marks a journey of a thousand years, it stands as a celebration of India’s existence and self-pride: PM

The history of Somnath is not one of destruction or defeat, it is a history of victory and renewal: PM

Those who came with the intent to destroy Somnath have today been reduced to a few pages of history; Somnath Temple, meanwhile, still stands tall by the vast sea, its soaring flag of faith flying high: PM

Somnath shows that while creation takes time, it alone endures: PM

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Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi addressed the Somnath Swabhiman Parv in Somnath, Gujarat today. Speaking on the occasion, the Prime Minister remarked that this time is extraordinary, this atmosphere is extraordinary, and this celebration is extraordinary. He highlighted that on one side stands Lord Mahadev himself, and on the other, the vast waves of the ocean, with the rays of the sun, the resonance of mantras, and the surge of devotion. He stated that in this divine environment, the presence of all devotees of Lord Somnath is making the occasion divine and grand. Shri Modi expressed that he considers it a great fortune that, as Chairman of the Somnath Temple Trust, he has received the opportunity to actively serve in the Somnath Swabhiman Parv. He noted the uninterrupted chanting of Omkar for 72 hours and the continuous recitation of mantras for 72 hours. He highlighted that yesterday evening, a thousand drones, along with the presence of a thousand students from Vedic Gurukuls, presented the saga of Somnath’s thousand years, and today, the ‘Shourya Yatra’ with 108 horses reached the temple. He emphasized that the mesmerizing presentation of mantras and bhajans is beyond words, and only time can capture this experience. The Prime Minister underlined that this celebration embodies pride and honor, dignity and knowledge, grandeur and heritage, spirituality and realization, experience, joy, and intimacy. Above all, he stressed, it carries the blessings of Lord Mahadev.

The Prime Minister remarked that as he speaks today, the thought repeatedly arises in his mind of what the atmosphere must have been like exactly a thousand years ago at this very place where people are now seated. He highlighted that the forefathers of those present, our ancestors, risked their lives for their faith, for their belief, and for their Lord Mahadev, offering everything they had. He stated that a thousand years ago, the invaders believed they had won, but today, even after a millennium, the flag atop Somnath Mahadev’s temple proclaims to the entire creation the strength and capability of Hindustan. Shri Modi underlined that every particle of the soil of Prabhas Patan is a witness to valor, courage, and heroism, and that countless devotees of Shiva sacrificed their lives for the preservation of Somnath’s form. He said that on the occasion of Somnath Swabhiman Parv, he bows first to every brave man and woman who dedicated their lives to the protection and reconstruction of Somnath, offering everything to Lord Mahadev.

Emphasising that Prabhas Patan is not only the domain of Lord Shiva but also sanctified by Lord Shri Krishna, Shri Modi said that even the Pandavas performed penance at this sacred site during the Mahabharata era. He remarked that this occasion is therefore an opportunity to pay homage to the countless dimensions of India. He noted the fortunate coincidence that as Somnath’s Swabhiman journey completes a thousand years, it also marks seventy-five years since its reconstruction in 1951. The Prime Minister extended his greetings to millions of devotees across the world on the occasion of Somnath Swabhiman Parv.

Stressing that this festival is not merely a remembrance of the destruction that occurred a thousand years ago, the Prime Minister remarked that it is a celebration of a thousand years of journey, as well as of India’s existence and pride. He highlighted that at every step and milestone, unique similarities can be seen between Somnath and India. Just as there were countless attempts to destroy Somnath, foreign invaders tried for centuries to annihilate India. Yet neither Somnath was destroyed, nor India, because India and its centers of faith are inseparably united.

Shri Modi remarked that one must imagine the history of a thousand years ago, when in 1026 AD, Mahmud of Ghazni first attacked and destroyed the Somnath temple, believing he had erased its existence. He highlighted that within a few years, Somnath was rebuilt, and in the twelfth century King Kumarapala carried out a grand restoration of the temple. He noted that at the end of the thirteenth century Alauddin Khilji again dared to attack Somnath, but the ruler of Jalore fought valiantly against Khilji’s armies. The Prime Minister stated that in the early fourteenth century the king of Junagadh once again reinstated the temple’s prestige, and later in the same century Muzaffar Khan attacked Somnath, but his attempt also failed. He recalled that in the fifteenth century Sultan Ahmed Shah tried to desecrate the temple, and his grandson Sultan Mahmud Begada attempted to convert it into a mosque, but through the efforts of Mahadev’s devotees the temple was revived once more. He emphasized that during the seventeenth and eighteenth centuries, Aurangzeb desecrated Somnath and tried again to turn it into a mosque, yet Ahilyabai Holkar later established a new temple, bringing Somnath back to life. “The history of Somnath is not one of destruction and defeat, but of victory and reconstruction”, underlined the Prime Minister. He stressed that invaders kept coming, new assaults of religious terror occurred, but in every era Somnath was re-established again and again. He remarked that such centuries-long struggle, such prolonged resistance, such immense patience, creativity, and resilience in reconstruction, and such unwavering faith in culture and belief is unparalleled in world history.

The Prime Minister remarked that we must ask ourselves whether we should not remember the valor of our ancestors and whether we should not draw inspiration from the courage they displayed. He highlighted that no son, no descendant, should ever pretend to forget the heroic deeds of their forefathers. He emphasized that such remembrance is not only a duty but also a source of strength, and he called upon everyone to ensure that the sacrifices and bravery of our ancestors remain alive in our consciousness.

Shri Modi further said that when invaders from Ghazni to Aurangzeb attacked Somnath, they believed their swords were conquering eternal Somnath, but those fanatics failed to understand that the very name ‘Som’ carries the essence of nectar, the idea of remaining immortal even after consuming poison. He added that within Somnath resides the conscious power of Sadashiva Mahadev, who is both benevolent and the fierce “Prachanda Tandava Shiva.”

The Prime Minister remarked that one of the names of Lord Mahadev enshrined in Somnath is Mrityunjay, the one who has conquered death, who himself is the embodiment of time. Reciting a Shloka, Shri Modi explained that creation originates from Him and merges back into Him, and affirmed the belief that Shiva pervades the entire universe, that every particle contains Shankar. He emphasized that no one could destroy the countless forms of Shankar, for even in living beings we see Shiva, and thus no force could shake our faith. The Prime Minister highlighted that the cycle of time has reduced those fanatical invaders who sought to destroy Somnath to mere pages of history, while the temple still stands tall on the shores of the vast ocean, holding aloft its towering dharma-dhwaja. He noted that the spire of Somnath proclaims, “I rely on Chandra Shekhar Shiva, what can even time do to me?”

Underlining that Somnath Swabhiman Parv is not only a festival of historical pride but also a medium to make an eternal journey alive for the future, Shri Modi urged that this occasion must be used to strengthen our existence and identity. He observed that while some nations present even a few centuries-old heritage as their identity before the world, India possesses sacred places like Somnath that are thousands of years old, symbols of strength, resistance, and tradition. He lamented that unfortunately, after independence, those with a colonial mindset tried to distance themselves from such heritage, and there were malicious attempts to erase this history. The Prime Minister recalled the sacrifices made for the protection of Somnath, mentioning the efforts of rulers like Raval Kanhardev, the valor of Veer Hamirji Gohil, and the bravery of Vegda Bhil, noting that many such heroes are linked to the temple’s history but were never given due recognition. He criticized that some historians and politicians attempted to whitewash the history of invasions, disguising religious fanaticism as mere plunder, and writing books to conceal the truth. He stressed that Somnath was not attacked just once but repeatedly, and if the assaults had been only for economic loot, they would have stopped after the first major plunder a thousand years ago, but that was not the case. He pointed out that the sacred idols of Somnath were broken, the temple’s form was repeatedly altered, and yet people were taught that Somnath was destroyed merely for loot, while the cruel history of hatred, oppression, and terror was hidden from us.

The Prime Minister remarked that any person honest to their faith would never support such extremist thinking, yet those driven by appeasement have always bowed before it. He highlighted that when India was freed from the chains of slavery and Sardar Patel took the pledge to rebuild Somnath, attempts were made to stop him, and even objections were raised when President Dr. Rajendra Prasad came in 1951. He recalled that at that time, Jam Saheb Maharaja Digvijay Singh Ji, as the ruler of Saurashtra, placed national pride above all, contributing one lakh rupees for Somnath temple and serving as the first chairman of the trust with great responsibility.

Emphasising that unfortunately, even today forces remain active in the country that opposed Somnath’s reconstruction, Shri Modi said now conspiracies against India are carried out through other malicious means instead of swords. He urged vigilance, strength, unity, and defeating every force that seeks to divide us.

Underlining that when we remain connected to our faith, our roots, and preserve our heritage with full pride, our civilization’s foundations grow stronger, the Prime Minister remarked the thousand-year journey inspires us to prepare for the next thousand years.

Recalling that at the historic occasion of the Ram Mandir Pran Pratishtha, Shri Modi said he had presented a thousand-year grand vision for India, speaking of moving forward with the vision of “Dev se Desh.” He stated that today India’s cultural renaissance is filling crores of citizens with new confidence, every Indian is committed to a developed India, and 140 crore people are determined towards future goals. He affirmed that India will raise its glory to new heights, win the fight against poverty, and achieve new levels of development, with the goal of becoming the world’s third-largest economy and moving beyond, supported by the energy of Somnath temple blessing these resolutions. The Prime Minister highlighted that today’s India is advancing with inspiration from heritage to development, with Somnath embodying both. He noted the temple’s cultural expansion, the establishment of Somnath Sanskrit University, the growing popularity of the Madhavpur fair, and the conservation of Gir lions strengthening heritage, while Prabhas Patan is creating new dimensions of development. He pointed to the expansion of Keshod airport enabling direct access for pilgrims from India and abroad, the launch of the Ahmedabad-Veraval Vande Bharat train reducing travel time, and the development of a pilgrimage circuit in the region. Shri Modi stressed that India today remembers its faith while empowering it for the future through infrastructure, connectivity, and technology.

Underlining that India’s civilizational message has never been about defeating others but about maintaining balance in life, Shri Modi said that faith does not lead us to hatred, and strength does not give us arrogance of destruction. He said Somnath teaches that the path of creation is long but lasting, that hearts cannot be won at sword’s edge, and civilizations that seek to erase others are themselves lost in time. He emphasized that India has taught the world not how to win by defeating others, but how to live by winning hearts, a thought needed by the world today.

The Prime Minister concluded by remarking that Somnath’s thousand-year saga gives this lesson to humanity, calling for a pledge to move towards development and the future while staying connected to our past and heritage, embracing modernity while preserving consciousness, and drawing inspiration from Somnath Swabhiman Parv to move swiftly on the path of progress, overcoming every challenge to reach our goals, extending heartfelt greetings once again to all citizens.

Chief Minister of Gujarat, Shri Bhupendrabhai Patel was present among other dignitaries at the event.

Background

The Somnath Swabhiman Parv, being held from 8 to 11 January 2026, is organised at Somnath. It is being held to remember the countless citizens of India whose sacrifice to defend the Temple continues to inspire the cultural consciousness of future generations.

The programme marks 1,000 years since Mahmud of Ghazni’s invasion of the Somnath Temple in the year 1026. Despite multiple repeated attempts for its destruction over centuries, the Somnath Temple stands today as a powerful symbol of resilience, faith and national pride, owing to the collective resolve and efforts to restore it to its ancient glory.

After independence, the effort for restoration of the Temple was undertaken by Sardar Patel. One of the most important milestones in this journey of revival was achieved in 1951, when the restored Somnath Temple was formally opened to devotees in the presence of the then President of India, Dr. Rajendra Prasad. The completion of 75 years of this historic restoration in 2026 adds special significance to the Somnath Swabhiman Parv.

The celebrations will witness the participation of hundreds of saints from across the country, along with 72 hours of continuous chanting of ‘Om’ within the temple premises.

Prime Minister’s participation in the Somnath Swabhiman Parv underscores the enduring spirit of India’s civilisation and reaffirms his commitment to preserve and celebrate India’s rich cultural and spiritual heritage.

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2.##PM inaugurates Vibrant Gujarat Regional Conference for Kutch and Saurashtra Region in Rajkot: 11 Jan, 2026Print News. //

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VIDEO: PM Modi’s speech during Vibrant Gujarat Regional Conference for Kutch and Saurashtra Region

PM inaugurates Vibrant Gujarat Regional Conference for Kutch and Saurashtra Region in Rajkot

COMMENTS:

India is the world’s fastest-growing large economy: PM

The fact sheet on India’s growth is a success story of the Reform-Perform-Transform mantra: PM

At a time of great global uncertainty, India is moving ahead with remarkable certainty: PM

Along with infrastructure, an industry-ready workforce is today’s biggest need: PM

Today’s India is moving rapidly towards becoming a developed nation; the Reform Express is playing a crucial role in achieving this objective: PM

Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi inaugurated the Vibrant Gujarat Regional Conference for Kutch and Saurashtra Region in Rajkot, Gujarat today. Addressing the gathering on the occasion, Shri Modi remarked that after the beginning of 2026, this was his first visit to Gujarat. He highlighted that earlier in the morning he had the divine darshan of Lord Somnath and was now participating in the grand program at Rajkot. He stated that the mantra of “Vikas bhi, Virasat bhi” was resonating everywhere. The Prime Minister welcomed and extended greetings to all colleagues who had come from across the country and the world to attend the Vibrant Gujarat Regional Summit.

Observing that whenever the stage of Vibrant Gujarat Summit is set, Shri Modi expressed that he does not see it as just a summit but as the journey of modern India in the 21st century, which began with a dream and has now reached unshakable trust. He emphasized that in two decades, the journey of Vibrant Gujarat has become a global benchmark, with ten editions held so far, each strengthening the identity and role of the summit.

Underlining that he has been associated with the vision of Vibrant Gujarat Summit since the very first day, Shri Modi recalled that in the initial phase, the aim was to make the world aware of Gujarat’s potential, to invite people to come, invest, and thereby benefit India as well as global investors. He stressed that today the summit has moved beyond investment to become a platform for global growth, international cooperation, and partnership. The Prime Minister pointed out that over the years the number of global partners has steadily increased and the summit has become a major example of inclusion. He noted that corporate groups, cooperatives, MSMEs, start-ups, multilateral and bilateral organizations, and international financial institutions all come together here to engage in dialogue, discussion, and walk shoulder to shoulder with Gujarat’s development.

Prime Minister Modi remarked that over the past two decades, the Vibrant Gujarat Summit has consistently introduced something new and special, and the Vibrant Gujarat Regional Summit has become another example of this tradition. He highlighted that the focus of this Regional Summit is to transform the untapped potential of different parts of Gujarat into performance. Shri Modi noted that some regions have the strength of a coastal line, others possess a long tribal belt, some have a large ecosystem of industrial clusters, while others carry a rich tradition of farming and animal husbandry. He emphasized that each region of Gujarat has its own strength, and the Regional Summit is advancing by focusing on these regional possibilities.

The Prime Minister observed that a quarter of the 21st century has already passed and in recent years India has made rapid progress, with Gujarat and all its people playing a major role. He stated that India is moving towards becoming the world’s third largest economy, and the data clearly shows that global expectations from India are continuously rising. Shri Modi underlined that India is the fastest growing large economy, inflation is under control, agriculture production is achieving new records, India is number one in milk production, number one in generic medicine production, and the largest producer of vaccines in the world.

“India’s growth fact sheet is the success story of the mantra Reform, Perform and Transform”, underscored Shri Modi, pointing out that in the past 11 years India has become the world’s largest consumer of mobile data, and UPI has emerged as the number one real-time digital transaction platform globally. He recalled that earlier nine out of ten mobile phones were imported, but today India is the world’s second largest mobile phone manufacturer. The Prime Minister added that India now has the world’s third largest start-up ecosystem, ranks among the top three countries in solar power generation, is the third largest aviation market, and has one of the top three metro networks globally.

Highlighting that today every global expert and institution is bullish on India, the Prime Minister noted that the IMF calls India the engine of global growth, S&P has upgraded India’s rating after eighteen years, and Fitch Ratings has praised India’s macro stability and fiscal credibility. He stressed that this global trust in India exists because, amid great global uncertainty, India is witnessing an unprecedented era of certainty. He underlined that India enjoys political stability, policy continuity, and an expanding neo-middle class with increasing purchasing power, making India a nation of limitless possibilities. Recalling his words from the Red Fort that “this is the time, the right time,” Shri Modi emphasized that for every investor in the country and the world, this is indeed the right time to take advantage of India’s possibilities. He further stated that the Vibrant Gujarat Regional Summit is also conveying the same message to all investors—that for investment in Saurashtra-Kutch, this is the time, the right time.

Prime Minister Modi remarked that Saurashtra and Kutch are regions of Gujarat that teach us that no matter how big the challenge, if one perseveres with honesty and hard work, success is assured. He recalled that this was the same Kutch which faced a devastating earthquake at the beginning of this century, and the same Saurashtra which suffered years of drought, where mothers and sisters had to walk several kilometers for drinking water, electricity was uncertain, and difficulties were everywhere. He observed that today’s youth of 20–25 years have only heard stories of that period, when people were reluctant to stay long in Kutch or Saurashtra, and it seemed those conditions would never change. He emphasized that history is witness that time changes, and indeed it does, and the people of Saurashtra and Kutch have changed their destiny through their hard work.

Highlighting that today Saurashtra and Kutch are not just regions of opportunity but have become anchor regions of India’s growth, Shri Modi stated that these regions are becoming major centers driving the Atmanirbhar Bharat campaign and play a significant role in making India a global manufacturing hub, a role that is market-driven and thus inspires investor confidence. The Prime Minister pointed out that Rajkot alone has more than 2.5 lakh MSMEs, and in its diverse industrial clusters, everything from screwdrivers to auto parts, machine tools, luxury car liners, airplane, fighter plane, and rocket components are manufactured. He underlined that this region supports the entire value chain from low-cost manufacturing to high-precision, high-technology manufacturing, and its jewelry industry is world-renowned, exemplifying scale, skill, and global linkage.

The Prime Minister remarked that Alang hosts the world’s largest ship-breaking yard, where one-third of the world’s ships are recycled, a testimony to India’s leadership in the circular economy. He noted that India is among the largest producers of tiles, with Morbi district making a major contribution, where manufacturing is both cost-competitive and globally benchmarked. Shri Modi recalled that he had once said he could foresee a time when Morbi, Jamnagar, and Rajkot would together form a triangle that would become a “Mini Japan.” He remarked that at that time many had mocked his statement, but today he was witnessing that vision turning into reality before his own eyes.

Expressing pride in the Dholera Special Investment Region, which is emerging as a major center of modern manufacturing, Shri Modi highlighted that India’s first semiconductor fabrication facility is being established in Dholera, giving the region an early-mover advantage in future technologies. He added that the ground is fully prepared for investment in this region, with infrastructure ready, policy predictable, and vision long-term.

Shri Modi remarked that Saurashtra and Kutch are emerging as major hubs of India’s green growth, green mobility, and energy security. He highlighted that a 30 gigawatt capacity renewable energy park is being developed in Kutch, which will be the world’s largest hybrid energy park, five times bigger than Paris city. He emphasized that clean energy in this region is not just a commitment but a commercial-scale reality. The PM noted that Kutch and Jamnagar are becoming major centers for green hydrogen production, and a massive Battery Energy Storage System is also being established in Kutch to ensure grid stability and reliability alongside renewable energy.

Underlining that another great strength of Saurashtra and Kutch lies in their world-class ports, through which a large share of India’s exports pass, the Prime Minister pointed out that Pipavav and Mundra ports have become major hubs for automobile exports, with nearly 1.75 lakh vehicles exported from Gujarat’s ports last year. He stressed that beyond logistics, there are endless investment opportunities in every aspect of port-led development. Shri Modi added that the Gujarat government is giving special priority to the fisheries sector, with large-scale infrastructure development and a strong ecosystem for seafood processing investors.

“Alongside infrastructure, an industry-ready workforce is the biggest requirement today”, emphasised the Prime Minister adding that Gujarat provides complete certainty to investors on this front. He highlighted that Gujarat has an international ecosystem for education and skill development. He mentioned that the Kaushalya Skill University is preparing youth with future-ready skills in collaboration with universities from Australia and Singapore. He noted that the National Defence University is India’s first national-level defence university, while Gatishakti University is preparing skilled manpower for road, railway, airway, waterways, and logistics sectors. Shri Modi emphasized that investment in Gujarat comes with an assured talent pipeline. He added that many foreign universities are seeing opportunities in India, with Gujarat becoming their preferred destination, and two major Australian universities have already started campuses in the state, with more expected in the future.

The Prime Minister highlighted that Gujarat offers nature, adventure, culture, and heritage, making it a complete tourism experience. He pointed out that Lothal, symbolizing India’s 4,500-year-old maritime heritage, is home to the world’s oldest man-made dockyard, where the National Maritime Heritage Complex is being developed. He mentioned that the Rann Utsav is currently being celebrated in Kutch, with the tent city offering a unique experience. He noted that wildlife enthusiasts can visit Gir forest for the unparalleled experience of seeing Asiatic lions, which attracts more than nine lakh tourists annually. He added that those who love the sea can enjoy Shivrajpur beach, which is Blue Flag certified, along with Mandvi, Somnath, and Dwarka, which offer immense possibilities for beach tourism. He also highlighted that nearby Diu is becoming a prime destination for water sports and beach games.

Emphasising that Saurashtra and Kutch are regions full of strength and possibilities, Shri Modi urged investors to take full advantage of them. He emphasized that every investment in Saurashtra-Kutch will accelerate the development of Gujarat and the progress of the nation.

Prime Minister remarked that today’s India is working rapidly towards the goal of becoming a developed nation, with the “Reform Express” playing a major role in this journey. He explained that the Reform Express signifies next-generation reforms across every sector, citing the recent implementation of next-generation GST reforms which have positively impacted all sectors, especially benefiting MSMEs. He highlighted that India has undertaken a major reform in the insurance sector by allowing 100 percent FDI, which will accelerate the campaign to provide universal insurance coverage to citizens. He noted that after nearly six decades, the income tax law has been modernized, benefiting millions of taxpayers. He emphasized that India has also implemented historic labor reforms, giving wages, social security, and industry a unified framework, thereby benefiting both workers and industry.

Highlighting that India is becoming a global hub for data-driven innovation, AI research, and semiconductor manufacturing, Shri Modi underlined that with India’s rising power demand, assured energy is critical, and nuclear power is a major medium to achieve this. He pointed out that next-generation reforms have also been introduced in the nuclear power sector, with civil nuclear energy opened for private participation through the SHANTI Act, creating significant opportunities for investors.

Shri Modi assured all investors present that India’s Reform Express will not stop, and the country’s reform journey has advanced towards institutional transformation. He remarked that participants are not here merely with an MoU, but to connect with the development and heritage of Saurashtra-Kutch. He concluded by assuring that every rupee invested here will yield excellent returns, extending his best wishes to all and thanking them.

Shri Parakramsinh G Jadeja, Chairman and Managing Director of Jyoti CNC Automation, an eminent industrialist from Rajkot shared his perspective at the event. His speech highlighted Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi’s extraordinary vision and leadership in transforming Gujarat into India’s growth engine through the Vibrant Gujarat initiative. It emphasized that under his guidance, India has redefined the global VUCA environment—volatility, uncertainty, complexity, and agility—into vision, understanding, clarity, and agility, ensuring stability even in turbulent global conditions. Over the next five years, Jyoti CNC will invest more than Rs. 10,000 crores in manufacturing and R&D and skills. He credited the Prime Minister’s leadership with positioning India to lead in manufacturing, driven by innovation and skill development, adding that Shri Modi’s vision of Atmanirbhar Bharat and Viksit Bharat 2047 was underscored as a shared responsibility of government, industry, institutions, and society. The address reaffirmed that Modi’s policies and reforms have created an enabling environment for large-scale investments, technological advancement, and global competitiveness, inspiring confidence that India’s manufacturing ecosystem will strengthen and contribute significantly to national progress.

The address by Shri Karan Adani, MD, Adani Ports and SEZ underscored Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi’s transformative leadership, which has reshaped India’s scale and mindset. He noted that Shri Modi taught the nation to think long term, build institutions, and view development as a civilizational mission where vision is matched by execution. Under Shri Modi, Gujarat has become one of India’s most industrially advanced and globally connected states, contributing significantly to GDP, industrial output, cargo handling, and renewable energy. Shri Adani recalled that as Chief Minister, Shri Modi proved that good governance and speed of execution could transform a state, long before “ease of doing business” became a national concept. As Prime Minister, he has extended this philosophy across India, making states engines of growth through cooperative and competitive federalism, ensuring policy stability, and building infrastructure at scale. He emphasized that India, under Modi’s leadership, has emerged as a bright spot in a fragmented global economy, growing close to 8%, expanding its manufacturing base, and progressing confidently towards becoming a $5 trillion economy and the world’s third largest. Shri Adani cited Kutch and Mundra as powerful examples, with projects like the 37 GW Khavda renewable energy park. He announced ₹1.5 lakh crore over the next five years in Kutch, aligning with national priorities of employment generation, industrial competitiveness, sustainability, and resilience, affirming Gujarat’s role in India’s journey towards Viksit Bharat 2047.

Sharing his thoughts, Shri B.K. Goenka, Chairman of the Welspun Group, emphasized Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi’s visionary leadership in transforming Gujarat, especially Kutch and Saurashtra. Once known for scarcity and disasters, these regions today symbolize world-class refineries, ports, textiles, and renewable energy. He credited this transformation entirely to Prime Minister Modi’s foresight and determination, which gave Gujarat a new identity. He recalled how in 2003, during the first Vibrant Gujarat Summit, Shri Modi urged Welspun to set up its expansion plant in quake-hit Kutch, assuring that every rupee invested would yield manifold returns. That foresight turned Welspun’s Gujarat facility into the world’s leading home textile company, employing over one lakh people and commanding more than 25% market share in the US and UK, with products even reaching Wimbledon. Shri Goenka highlighted Welspun’s pipeline business, investing ₹5,000 crores to become the world’s largest manufacturer. He praised Shri Modi’s resolve—“as big as your dream, that big is my commitment”. He concluded by echoing the Prime Minister’s call for new dreams, new resolutions, and continuous accomplishments, stressing that the challenge before all is not just to make India self-reliant but to transform it into a developed nation by 2047.

Shri Mukesh Ambani, Chairman, Reliance Industries Limited, sharing his thoughts remarked that the Vibrant Gujarat Regional Summit celebrated Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi’s leadership and vision, crediting him with restoring India’s civilizational self-belief and ushering in an era of unprecedented confidence and vibrancy. Shri Ambani emphasized that history will remember the Modi era as the time when India moved from potential to performance, aspiration to action, and from being a follower to becoming a global force. He highlighted Gujarat’s special place for Reliance, describing it as the company’s body, heart, and soul, and announced five firm commitments aligned with Modi’s vision.

First, Reliance will double its investments in Gujarat to ₹7 lakh crore over the next five years, generating employment and prosperity. Second, at Jamnagar, the company is building the world’s largest integrated clean energy ecosystem, spanning solar, battery storage, green hydrogen, fertilizers, sustainable fuels, and advanced materials. Third, Reliance is developing India’s largest AI-ready data center to deliver affordable AI services for every citizen, starting from Gujarat. Fourth, the Reliance Foundation will support India’s Olympic ambitions, partnering with the Gujarat government to manage the Veer Savarkar multi-sports complex and train future champions. Fifth, Reliance will expand healthcare and education facilities, including a world-class hospital in Jamnagar.

Shri Ambani concluded by stressing that despite global turbulence, India remains secure under Shri Modi’s leadership, describing him as the nation’s “invincible protective wall.” He declared this India’s defining decade, with Modi not just preparing the country for the future but actively shaping it, and reaffirmed Reliance’s commitment to Gujarat and to Viksit Bharat 2047.

Speaking on the occasion, H.E. Ms. Jacqueline Mukangira, High Commissioner of Rwanda to India, expressed deep gratitude to the Chief Minister of Gujarat for inviting Rwanda as a country partner at the Vibrant Gujarat Regional Summit and for the opportunity to speak in the presence of Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi. She congratulated the Gujarat government for successfully organizing the conference and highlighted the strong bilateral relations between Rwanda and India. She recalled Prime Minister Modi’s historic visit to Rwanda in 2018, during which six MOUs were signed and 200 cows were donated to needy families, a gesture she praised as an example of his generosity and leadership. She also noted that President Paul Kagame has visited India five times, including attending the Vibrant Gujarat Summit in 2017, and emphasized that both leaders have elevated Rwanda–India relations to a strategic level.

Ms. Mukangira described Rwanda as a fast-developing, stable nation with zero tolerance for corruption, ranking first in Africa for governance transparency and ease of doing business, and recording 11.8% economic growth in Q3 of 2025. She highlighted India as Rwanda’s second-largest foreign investor and trading partner, and invited more Indian investments in sectors such as manufacturing, infrastructure, ICT, agriculture, mining, tourism, health, and education, supported by strong incentives. She concluded by inviting delegates to visit Rwanda, home to the famous mountain gorillas and the Big Five animals, reaffirming Rwanda’s commitment to stronger ties with India under Prime Minister Modi’s leadership.

H.E. Dr. Oleksandr Polishchuk, Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of Ukraine to India, warmly applauded Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi’s leadership, noting his journey from regional leader to national figure and now a global statesman, including his role in efforts to establish peace. He emphasized that Gujarat, under Shri Modi’s vision, has become globally recognized for its development model, which has expanded across India and is guiding the nation toward becoming a global leader and achieving the target of Viksit Bharat 2047.

He expressed gratitude to the Gujarat government and Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel for their cooperation, highlighting areas of collaboration such as education, institutional partnerships, and skills development, which strengthen people-to-people and knowledge-based ties. He recalled that Ukraine proudly served as a partner country at the 2023 Vibrant Gujarat Summit, viewing it as a strategic opportunity to deepen economic cooperation. Ukrainian industries are actively engaging with India in sectors like agriculture, engineering, IT, energy, and logistics, with bilateral trade already reaching $4 billion.

Dr. Polishchuk invited Indian companies to participate in the upcoming Ukraine Recovery Conference in Poland and underscored prospects for expanded industrial and technological cooperation, including in defense under the Make in India framework. He noted that Prime Minister Modi’s historic 2024 visit to Ukraine, undertaken during wartime, reaffirmed the intention to elevate bilateral ties to a strategic partnership alongside President Volodymyr Zelensky.

He concluded with confidence that achieving sustainable peace in Ukraine will further deepen India–Ukraine relations, including with Gujarat, and wished the Vibrant Gujarat Summit success in fostering productive discussions and strong new partnerships.

Chief Minister of Gujarat, Shri Bhupendrabhai Patel was present among other dignitaries at the event.

Background

During the event, Prime Minister also announced the development of 14 greenfield smart Gujarat Industrial Development Corporation Limited (GIDC) estates and inaugurated the medical device park of GIDC at Rajkot.

Vibrant Gujarat Regional Conference is being held from 11-12 January 2026, catering to 12 districts across the Kutch and Saurashtra regions. Dedicated exclusively to these regions, the conference aims to usher in fresh momentum for investment and industrial growth in western Gujarat. The focus sectors of the conference include Ceramics, Engineering, Ports & Logistics, Fisheries, Petrochemicals, Agro & Food Processing, Minerals, Green Energy Ecosystem, Skill Development, Startups, MSMEs, Tourism and Culture, among others. Japan, South Korea, Rwanda and Ukraine will be the partner countries for the Conference.

To further expand the reach and impact of the successful model of Vibrant Gujarat, four Vibrant Gujarat Regional Conferences are being held across the State. The first edition of the Regional Conference for North Gujarat region was held at Mehsana on 9-10 October 2025. The current edition is being held for the Kutch and Saurashtra region. The Regional Conferences for South Gujarat (9-10 April 2026) and Central Gujarat (10-11 June 2026) regions will subsequently be organized in Surat and Vadodara respectively.

Aligned with the Prime Minister’s vision of Viksit Bharat @2047 and building upon the success and legacy of the Vibrant Gujarat Global Summit, these Regional Conferences aim to promote region-specific industrial development, attract investments across diverse sectors, and enhance global engagement. By taking the Vibrant Gujarat platform closer to the regions, the initiative also reflects the Prime Minister’s emphasis on decentralised development, ease of doing business, innovation-driven growth, and the creation of sustainable employment opportunities.

The Regional Conferences will not only serve as a platform for showcasing regional achievements and announcing new initiatives but also as instruments for co-creating Gujarat’s growth story by empowering regional economies, promoting innovation and facilitating strategic investments in every part of the State. The achievements of Regional Conferences will be showcased during the next edition of Vibrant Gujarat Global Summit to be held in January 2027.

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केम छो।

गुजरात के मुख्यमंत्री श्रीमान भूपेंद्र भाई पटेल, उप मुख्यमंत्री हर्ष संघवी, गुजरात सरकार के अन्य मंत्रिगण, सांसद और विधायकगण, Excellencies, उद्योग जगत के प्रतिनिधि, अन्य महानुभाव, देवियों और सज्जनों।

2026 के आरंभ के बाद ये मेरा गुजरात का पहला दौरा है। और सुखद इसलिए भी है क्योंकि 2026 की मेरी यात्रा सोमनाथ दादा के चरणों में सर झुकाकर के हुई है। और अब मैं राजकोट में इस शानदार कार्यक्रम में हिस्सा ले रहा हूं। यानी विकास भी, विरासत भी, ये मंत्र हर तरफ गूंज रहा है। मैं देश और दुनियाभर से यहां पधारे आप सभी साथियों का वाइब्रेंट गुजरात रीजनल समिट में स्वागत करता हूं, अभिनंदन करता हूं।

साथियों,

जब भी वाइब्रेंट गुजरात समिट का मंच सजता है, तो मुझे सिर्फ एक समिट नहीं दिखती, मुझे 21वीं सदी के आधुनिक भारत की वो यात्रा नजर आती है, जो एक सपने से शुरू हुई और आज एक अटूट भरोसे तक पहुंच चुकी है। दो दशकों में वाइब्रेंट गुजरात की ये यात्रा एक ग्लोबल बेंचमार्क बन गई है। अभी तक इसके 10 एडिशन हो चुके हैं, और हर एडिशन के साथ इस समिट की पहचान और भूमिका दोनों मजबूत होती रही है।

साथियों,

मैं वाइब्रेंट गुजरात समिट के विजन के साथ पहले दिन से जुड़ा रहा हूं। शुरूआती दौर में हमारा मकसद था कि गुजरात के सामर्थ्य से दुनिया परिचित हो, लोग यहां आएं और यहां निवेश करें, और इससे भारत को फायदा हो, दुनियाभर के निवेशकों को भी फायदा हो। लेकिन आज ये समिट इंवेस्टमेंट से भी आगे बढ़कर ग्लोबल ग्रोथ, इंटरनेशनल कॉरपोरेशन और पार्टनरशिप का एक मजबूत प्लेटफॉर्म बन गई है। बीते सालों में ग्लोबल पार्टनर्स की संख्या लगातार बढ़ती गई है, और समय के साथ ये समिट इंक्लूजन का भी बहुत बड़ा उदाहरण बन गई है। यहां कॉर्पोरेट ग्रुप्स के साथ-साथ, को-ऑपरेटिव्स, MSMEs, स्टार्ट-अप्स, मल्टीलेटरल और बाय-लेटरल संगठन, इंटरनेशनल फाइनेंशियल इंस्टीट्यूशन्स, सभी एक साथ संवाद करते हैं, चर्चा करते हैं, गुजरात के विकास के साथ कंधे से कंधा मिलाकर चलते हैं।

साथियों,

बीते दो दशकों में वाइब्रेंट गुजरात समिट ने लगातार कुछ नया, कुछ विशेष किया है। वाइब्रेंट गुजरात की ये रीजनल समिट भी इसका एक उदाहरण बन गई है। इसका फोकस गुजरात के अलग-अलग हिस्सों के Untapped potential को performance में बदलने का है। जैसे किसी क्षेत्र में Coastal line का सामर्थ्य है., तो कहीं एक लंबी Tribal Belt है, कहीं Industrial Clusters का एक बड़ा इकोसिस्टम है, तो कहीं, खेती और पशुपालन की समृद्ध परंपरा है। यानी गुजरात के अलग-अलग रीजन्स की अपनी ताकत है। वाइब्रेंट गुजरात की रीजनल समिट, गुजरात की इन्हीं रीजनल संभावनाओं पर फोकस करते हुए आगे बढ़ रही है।

साथियों,

21वीं सदी का एक चौथाई हिस्सा बीत चुका है। बीते वर्षों में भारत ने बहुत तेज प्रगति भी की है। और इसमें गुजरात की, आप सभी की बहुत बड़ी भूमिका रही है। भारत दुनिया की तीसरी बड़ी इकॉनॉमी बनने की तरफ तेज गति से आगे बढ़ रहा है। और जो आंकड़े आ रहे हैं, उससे ये साफ है कि भारत से दुनिया की उम्मीदें लगातार बढ़ रही हैं। भारत दुनिया की fastest growing large economy है, इंफ्लेशन काबू में है, एग्रीकल्चर प्रोडक्शन में भारत नए रिकॉर्ड बना रहा है, भारत मिल्क प्रोडक्शन में नंबर वन है, जेनरिक मेडिसिन प्रोडक्शन के मामले में भारत नंबर वन है, दुनिया में जो देश सबसे ज्यादा वैक्सीन्स बनाता है, उस देश का नाम भारत है।

साथियों,

भारत की ग्रोथ से जुड़ी फैक्ट शीट, Reform, Perform & Transform के मंत्र की सक्सेस स्टोरी है। बीते 11 वर्षो में भारत, दुनिया का सबसे बड़ा मोबाइल डेटा कंज्यूमर बना है, हमारा यूपीआई, दुनिया का नंबर वन रियल टाइम डिजिटल ट्रांजेक्शन प्लेटफॉर्म बना है। कभी हम 10 में से 9 मोबाइल बाहर से मंगाते थे। आज भारत दुनिया का दूसरा सबसे बड़ा मोबाइल मैन्युफेक्चरर है। आज भारत में दुनिया का तीसरा सबसे बड़ा स्टार्ट अप इकोसिस्टम है। सोलर पावर जेनरेशन के मामले में भी टॉप तीन देशों में से भारत एक हैं। हम तीसरे बड़े एविएशन मार्केट हैं, और मेट्रो के मामले में भी हम दुनिया में टॉप थ्री नेटवर्क में शामिल हो गए हैं।

साथियों,

आज हर ग्लोबल एक्सपर्ट, ग्लोबल संस्थाएं, भारत को लेकर bullish हैं। IMF, भारत को ग्लोबल ग्रोथ का इंजन बताता है। S&P, Eighteen ईयर्स के बाद, भारत की रेटिंग अपग्रेड करती है। फिट्च रेटिंग्स भारत की मेक्रो स्टेबिलिटी और फिस्कल क्रेडिबिलिटी की प्रशंसा करती हैं। भारत पर दुनिया का ये भरोसा इसलिए है, क्योंकि ग्रेट ग्लोबल अन-सर्टेनिटी के बीच, भारत में हम एक अभूतपूर्व सर्टेनिटी का दौर देख रहे हैं। आज भारत में पॉलिटिकल स्टेबिलिटी है, पॉलिसी में कंटीन्यूटी है। भारत में नियो-मिडिल क्लास का दायरा बढ़ रहा है, उसकी परचेजिंग पावर बढ़ रही है, और इन फैक्टर्स ने भारत को असीम संभावनाओं का देश बना दिया है। मैंने लाल किले से कहा था - यही समय है, सही समय है। देश और दुनिया के हर निवेशक के पास इन संभावनाओं का लाभ उठाने का यही समय है, सही समय है। और वाइब्रेंट गुजरात रीजनल समिट भी, आप सभी इंवेस्टर्स को यही संदेश दे रही है- सौराष्ट्र-कच्छ में निवेश का- यही समय है, सही समय है।

साथियों,

आप सभी जानते हैं, सौराष्ट्र और कच्छ, ये गुजरात के वो क्षेत्र हैं, जो हमें सिखाते हैं कि चुनौती चाहे कितनी ही बड़ी क्यों ना हो, अगर ईमानदारी से, मेहनत से डटे रहा जाए, तो सफलता जरूर मिलती है। ये वही कच्छ है, जिसने इस सदी की शुरुआत में भीषण भूकंप झेला था, ये वही सौराष्ट्र है जहां वर्षों तक सूखा पड़ता था। पीने के पानी के लिए माताओं-बहनों को कई-कई किलोमीटर चलकर जाना पड़ता था। बिजली का कोई ठिकाना नहीं था, हर तरफ मुश्किलें ही मुश्किलें थीं।

साथियों,

आज जो 20-25 साल के नौजवान हैं, उन्होंने उस दौर की सिर्फ कहानियां सुनी हैं। सच्चाई ये थी कि लोग कच्छ में, सौराष्ट्र में लंबे वक्त तक रहने के लिए तैयार नहीं होते थे। उस कालखंड में लगता था कि ये स्थितियां कभी भी नहीं बदलेंगी। लेकिन इतिहास साक्षी है, समय बदलता है और जरूर बदलता है। सौराष्ट्र-कच्छ के लोगों ने अपने परिश्रम से अपना भाग्य बदल दिया है।

साथियों,

आज सौराष्ट्र और कच्छ, सिर्फ अवसरों का ही क्षेत्र नहीं है, बल्कि ये क्षेत्र भारत की ग्रोथ का ‘एंकर रीजन’ बन चुका है। ये रीजन आत्मनिर्भर भारत अभियान को गति देने वाला बहुत बड़ा सेंटर बन रहा है। भारत को ग्लोबल मैन्युफैक्चरिंग हब बनाने में, सौराष्ट्र और कच्छ की बहुत बड़ी भूमिका है। और ये भूमिका Market-Driven है। और यही बात Investors के लिए सबसे बड़ा भरोसा बनती है। यहीं राजकोट में ही, ढाई लाख से अधिक MSME’s हैं, यहां अलग-अलग इंडस्ट्रियल क्लस्टर्स में, स्क्रू ड्राइवर से लेकर ऑटो पार्ट्स, मशीन टूल्स, लग्जरी कार के लाइनर्स, एयरोप्लेन, फाइटर प्लेन और रॉकेट तक के पार्ट्स, ये हमारे राजकोट में बनते हैं। यानी यह Region Low-Cost Manufacturing से लेकर High-Precision, High-Technology Manufacturing तक, पूरी Value Chain को सपोर्ट करता है। और यहां का ज्वैलरी उद्योग तो अपने आप में विश्व प्रसिद्ध है। यह Sector, Scale, Skill और Global Linkage तीनों का उदाहरण है।

साथियों

अलंग, दुनिया का सबसे बड़ा शिप-ब्रेकिंग यार्ड है, दुनिया के One-Third Ships यहीं पर Recycle होते हैं। यह Circular Economy में भारत की लीडरशिप का भी प्रमाण है। भारत Tiles के बड़े Producers में से एक है, इसमें भी मोरबी जिले का योगदान बहुत बड़ा है। यहां Manufacturing Cost-Competitive भी है और ये Globally Benchmarked भी है। और मुझे याद है, सौराष्ट्र के अखबार के लोग यहां मौजूद होंगे, वो मेरे बाल नोच लेते थे, एक बार मैंने यहां सौराष्ट्र में भाषण में कहा था। मैंने ऐसा कहा था कि में देख सकता हूं कि एक वक्त ऐसा आएगा कि मोरबी, जामनगर और राजकोट, यह त्रिकोण मिनी जापान बनेगा। तब मेरा बहुत मजाक उडाया गया था, आज में मेरी आँखो के सामने हकीकत देख रहा हूं। हमें धोलेरा Special Investment Region पर भी बहुत गर्व है। आज ये शहर Modern Manufacturing का बहुत बड़ा केंद्र बन रहा है। धोलेरा में भारत की पहली Semiconductor Fabrication Facility तैयार हो रही है। यह Region Future Technologies के लिए Early-Mover Advantage दे रहा है। यानी आपका Investment बढ़ाने के लिए इस क्षेत्र में जमीन पूरी तरह तैयार है। Infrastructure Ready है, Policy Predictable है और Vision Long-Term है।

साथियों,

सौराष्ट्र और कच्छ, भारत की Green Growth का, Green Mobility का और Energy Security का भी एक बड़ा Hub बन रहा है। कच्छ में 30 Gigawatt Capacity का Renewable Energy Park बन रहा है, ये दुनिया का सबसे बड़ा Hybrid Energy Park होगा। आप कल्पना कर सकते हैं, यह Park Paris City से भी पांच गुना बड़ा है। यानी इस क्षेत्र में Clean Energy, एक Commitment के साथ साथ, Commercial Scale Reality भी है। आप सभी Green Hydrogen के Potential से परिचित हैं, भारत में इस दिशा में अभूतपूर्व Speed और Scale पर काम चल रहा है। यहां कच्छ और जामनगर Green Hydrogen Production के बड़े केंद्र बन रहे हैं। कच्छ में एक विशाल Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) भी स्थापित किया जा रहा है। यानी Renewable Energy के साथ Grid Stability और Reliability भी Ensure की जा रही है।

साथियों,

कच्छ और सौराष्ट्र का एक और बहुत बड़ा सामर्थ्य है। यह Region भारत के World-Class Ports से लैस है। भारत के Exports का बहुत बड़ा हिस्सा यहीं से गुजरता है। पिपावाव और मुंद्रा जैसे Ports, भारत के Automobile Exports के Major Hubs बन चुके हैं। पिछले वर्ष गुजरात के Ports से करीब पौने दो लाख Vehicles Export हुए हैं। Logistics ही नहीं, यहां Port-Led Development के हर Aspect में Investments की अनंत संभावनाएं हैं। इसके साथ ही गुजरात सरकार Fisheries Sector को भी विशेष प्राथमिकता दे रही है। Fisheries Infrastructure पर यहां बड़े पैमाने पर काम हुआ है। Sea-Food Processing से जुड़े Investors के लिए यहां Strong Ecosystem तैयार है।

साथियों,

Infrastructure के साथ-साथ, Industry-Ready Workforce आज सबसे बड़ी आवश्यकता है। और गुजरात इस मोर्चे पर Investors को पूरी Certainty देता है। यहां Education और Skill Development का International Ecosystem मौजूद है। गुजरात सरकार की कौशल Skill University, Future-Ready Skills में युवाओं को तैयार कर रही है। ये Australia और Singapore की Universities के साथ Collaboration में काम कर रही है। National Defence University., भारत की पहली National-Level Defence University है। Gatishakti University, Road, Railway, Airway, Waterways और Logistics, हर Sector के लिए, Skilled Manpower तैयार कर रही है। यानी Investment के साथ-साथ यहाँ Talent Pipeline भी Assured है। आज ढेर सारी Foreign Universities भारत में नए-नए अवसर देख रही हैं। और Gujarat उनके लिए Preferred Destination बन रहा है। गुजरात में Australia की दो प्रमुख यूनिवर्सिटीज़ अपने Campus शुरू कर चुकी हैं। आने वाले समय में ये संख्या और बढ़ने वाली है।

साथियों,

गुजरात में नेचर भी है, एडवेंचर भी है, कल्चर भी है और हैरिटेज तो है ही है। यानी टूरिज्म का जो भी अनुभव चाहिए, वो यहां मिलेगा। लोथल, भारत की साढ़े चार हज़ार साल पुरानी समुद्री विरासत का प्रतीक है। यहाँ दुनिया का सबसे प्राचीन मानव निर्मित डॉकयार्ड मिला है। यहाँ नेशनल मैरिटाइम हेरिटेज कॉम्प्लेक्स तैयार हो रहा है। कच्छ में आजकल रण उत्सव का आयोजन भी हो रहा है। यहां की टेंट सिटी में रुकना एक अलग अनुभव होता है।

साथियों,

जो जंगलों का, वाइल्ड लाइफ का शौकीन है, उसके लिए गिर फोरेस्ट में एशियाटिक लॉयन के दर्शन से बेहतर भला क्या अनुभव हो सकता है? यहां हर वर्ष नौ लाख से अधिक पर्यटक आते हैं। जिसे समंदर का साथ अच्छा लगता है, उनके लिए शिवराजपुर बीच है, जो ब्लू फ्लैग सर्टिफाइड है। इसके अलावा मांडवी, सोमनाथ, द्वारका में भी बीच टूरिज्म के लिए अनेक संभावनाएं हैं। यहां पास ही में दीव भी है, दीव भी वॉटर स्पोर्ट्स का, बीच गेम्स का बेहतरीन डेस्टिनेशन बन रहा है। यानी आप इंवेस्टर्स के लिए सामर्थ्य से, संभावनाओं से भरा ये पूरा क्षेत्र है। आप जरूर इसका पूरा लाभ उठाइए। और मैं बहुत पहले से कहता आया हूं- अगर आप देरी करें तो मुझे दोष मत देना। सौराष्ट्र-कच्छ में आपका हर निवेश, गुजरात के विकास को गति देगा, देश के विकास को गति देगा। और सौराष्ट्र की ताकत अभी Rwanda के हाई कमिशनर बता रहे थे कि जब मैं Rwanda गया, तो मैंने 200 गाय वहां गिफ्ट की थी। ये 200 गाय हमारी गीर गाय थीं। लेकिन उसकी एक विशेषता है, जब हमने 200 गाय दीं वहां की ग्रामीण इकॉनमी के लिए, तो उसमें एक नियम है, कि गाय तो आपको देंगे, लेकिन उसकी जो पहली बछड़ी होगी, वो आपको वापस देनी होगी, और वो हम दूसरे परिवार को देते हैं। यानी इन दिनों वो 200 गाय से शुरू हुआ, हजारों परिवारों के पास आज गाय पहुंच चुकी है, Rwanda ग्रामीण इकॉनमी को बहुत बड़ी ताकत दे रही है और हर घर में गीर गाय नजर आ रही है, ये है मेरा सौराष्ट्र।

साथियों,

आज का भारत, विकसित होने के लक्ष्य पर तेजी से काम कर रहा है। और हमारे इस लक्ष्य की प्राप्ति में रिफॉर्म एक्सप्रेस की बहुत बड़ी भूमिका है। रिफॉर्म एक्सप्रेस यानी हर सेक्टर में नेक्स्ट जनरेशन रिफ़ॉर्म, जैसे अब से कुछ समय पहले ही देश ने नेक्स्ट जनरेशन GST रीफॉर्म लागू किए थे। हर सेक्टर पर इसका अच्छा असर दिखा, विशेष रूप से हमारे MSMEs को बहुत फायदा हो रहा है। रिफॉर्म एक्सप्रेस पर सवार भारत ने बहुत बड़ा रिफॉर्म, इंश्योरेंस सेक्टर में किया गया है। भारत ने Insurance sector में 100 परसेंट FDI को मंजूरी दे दी है। इससे देशवासियों को शत-प्रतिशत बीमा कवरेज देने के अभियान को गति मिलेगी। इसी तरह, करीब छह दशक के बाद इनकम टैक्स कानून को आधुनिक किया गया है। इससे करोड़ों टैक्स-पेयर्स को फायदा होगा। भारत ने ऐतिहासिक लेबर रिफॉर्म्स को भी लागू कर दिया है। इससे Wages, social security और industry, तीनों को एक unified framework मिला है। यानी श्रमिक हों या फिर इंडस्ट्री, सभी का इससे फायदा है।

साथियों,

आज भारत, डेटा आधारित इनोवेशन का, AI रिसर्च का, सेमीकंडक्टर मैन्युफेक्चरिंग का, एक ग्लोबल हब बनता जा रहा है। यानी भारत की पावर डिमांड लगातार बढ़ रही है। भारत को एश्योयर्ड एनर्जी की बहुत जरूरत है और इसका बहुत बड़ा माध्यम न्यूक्लियर पावर है। इसको देखते हुए, हमने न्यूक्लियर पावर सेक्टर में भी नेक्स्ट जनरेशन रिफॉर्म किया है। भारत ने पिछले संसद के सत्र में शांति एक्ट के जरिए, civil nuclear energy को private partnership के लिए open कर दिया है। ये इन्वेस्टर्स के लिए बहुत बड़ा अवसर है।

साथियों,

यहां उपस्थित सभी निवेशकों को मैं विश्वास दिलाता हूं, हमारी रिफॉर्म्स एक्सप्रेस, अब रुकने वाली नहीं है। भारत की reform journey, institutional transformation की दिशा में बढ़ चुकी है।

साथियों,

आप सभी यहां, सिर्फ एक MoU के साथ नहीं आए हैं, आप यहां सौराष्ट्र-कच्छ के विकास और विरासत से जुड़ने आए हैं। मैं आपको विश्वास दिलाता हूं, आपके इन्वेस्टमेंट की पाई-पाई यहां शानदार रिटर्न्स देकर के जाएगी। एक बार फिर आप सभी को मेरी बहुत-बहुत शुभकामनाएं हैं। मैं गुजरात सरकार को, गुजरात की टीम को भी उनके इन प्रयासों के लिए, उनकी सराहना करता हूं, बहुत-बहुत बधाई देता हूं। 2027 में शायद उनका वाइब्रेंट समिट होगा, उसके पहले ये रीजनल समिट एक अच्छा प्रयोग हो रहा है, और मुझे खुशी हो रही है कि जिस काम को शुरू करते समय मुझे काम करने का अवसर मिला था, आज जब मेरे साथियों के द्वारा उसका विस्तार हो रहा है, उसको नई ऊर्जा मिल रही है, तो आनंद अनेक गुणा बढ़ जाता है। मैं आपको बहुत-बहुत बधाई देता हूं, बहुत-बहुत शुभकामनाएं देता हूं। धन्यवाद!

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"For 72 hours, the continuous resonance of Omkara, 72 hours of uninterrupted chanting of mantras. Yesterday evening, I witnessed a thousand drones accompanied by a thousand students from Vedic Gurukuls presenting the saga of Somnath’s thousand years." PM

JAI HIND
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VANDE MATARAM
BHARAT MATHA KI JAI.

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