PM Modi visits Karnataka

PM Modi's addressed the Centenary Celebrations of Karnataka Lingayat Education Society in Belagavi.

During his address PM urged media to highlight the contribution of people who have given their life to the service of education.

He said there was a time where Indians were considered snake charmers but times have changed since our youth have made their place in the Digital world. PM highlighted the need to skill development and said, “In the 21st century, the youth will take India to new heights. For this, we need skilled youth.

PM noted that Innovation is the key to development and said, “Research and innovation are vital for us.”

PM noted the need to excel in the field of education. PM invited the educational intuitions of India to compete and become the best in the whole world.

 

Referring to the recent decision of the Union Government on demonetization of Rs. 500 and Rs. 2000 currency notes, the Prime Minister said that on 8th November many people of India slept peacefully, while a few are sleepless even now. PM added, “This Government will never trouble innocent citizens & at the same time the Government wants to ensure those who are guilty are punished.”

PM Modi thanked all those who have been contributing to ensuring the success of the demonetization exercise of the Govt.

In the 21st century, the youth will take India to new heights. For this, we need skilled youth: PM @narendramodi at Belagavi

— PMO India (@PMOIndia) November 13, 2016

Research and innovation are vital for us: PM @narendramodi — PMO India (@PMOIndia) November 13, 2016

What was the news in 2012, 2013 and first half of 2014- the scams, the corruption...did you see their condition after 8th November: PM

— PMO India (@PMOIndia) November 13, 2016

This Government will never trouble innocent citizens & at the same time the Government wants to ensure those who are guilty are punished: PM

— PMO India (@PMOIndia) November 13, 2016