In a resolute keynote address at the News18 Rising Bharat Summit today, Prime Minister Narendra Modi reiterated India's unwavering stance against terrorism, emphasising the nation's commitment to ensuring safety and security for its citizens. Speaking on the evening of March 20, Prime Minister Modi invoked the spirit of Rising Bharat, reflecting on significant events including India's airstrikes on Balakot, Pakistan, in 2019, in retaliation to the Pulwama attack.
The Prime Minister's address at the News18 Rising Bharat Summit held particular significance as he recalled the night of the 2019 summit, which coincided with India's action on Balakot. "You must all have wondered how a person attended this event with a calm demeanour while at the same time setting in motion the air strike," Modi said, revealing a glimpse at the burden of command.
Prime Minister Modi highlighted the transformative journey of "Rising Bharat," stressing that every citizen has experienced the nation's evolution. He emphasised the values that define this new India, emphasising that it does not tolerate terrorism in any form.
"Be it a terrorist state, or a peace-loving nation, each one has seen the might of 'Rising Bharat'. The new India will not tolerate terrorism, and will teach those spreading terror a lesson with its full might," the Prime Minister said.
"Those who used to spread terrorism in India, their condition is clear for everyone to see," Modi said, He underscored the significance of a safe and secure nation, emphasising that it serves as the foundation for India's development and progress on the global stage. "Only a safe nation can be a developed nation."
"Today, this is India's identity — Rising Bharat," the Prime Minister added.
First Published: Mar 20, 2024 9:36 PM IST
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