Terrorist activities are no longer proxy war but well thought out strategy, so the response will also be in a similar way: PM
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Prime Minister launched the Urban Development Year 2025, Gujarat’s urban development plan and State Clean Air Programme in Gandhinagar. inauguration and lay the foundation stone for multiple projects related to urban development, health and water supply. He also dedicated more than 22,000 dwelling units under PMAY. He also released funds of Rs 3,300 crore to urban local bodies in Gujarat under the Swarnim Jayanti Mukhyamantri Shaheri Vikas Yojana. The Prime Minister reflected on Gujarat’s remarkable journey since its formation. He recalled the skepticism that surrounded its early years when many questioned the state’s potential for development, citing its geographic and economic limitations. However, he highlighted Gujarat’s transformation from a land known for salt production to a global leader in the diamond industry, attributing this success to structured planning and strategic initiatives. The Prime Minister also discussed the challenges of governance, emphasizing that siloed government departments often hinder progress. He stressed the importance of a whole-of-government approach, where different ministries collaborate effectively. He cited Gujarat’s model of dedicating specific years to focused initiatives, such as urban development in 2005, education for girls in another year, and tourism at another stage. He recalled the campaign “Kuch Din Toh Gujaro Gujarat Mein”, which helped boost tourism, leading to the development of destinations like Somnath, Dwarka, and Ambaji. The Prime Minister further shared his experiences in urban development, particularly in Ahmedabad, where transportation expansion was met with initial resistance. He narrated how early efforts to introduce Ahmedabad’s red buses beyond the city were met with bureaucratic and political hurdles, but persistence led to significant infrastructural growth. Similarly, he mentioned the challenges of clearing encroachments for city-wide improvements, explaining how initial opposition turned into widespread public support once people saw the benefits.The Prime Minister recalled the extensive resistance to urban redevelopment efforts in Gujarat, particularly from political opponents and media scrutiny. However, he emphasized that when leaders make decisions with integrity and for the public good, long-term results validate those choices. He noted that despite initial fears of electoral setbacks, the government’s urban transformation initiatives resulted in electoral victories and widespread appreciation. The Prime Minister reaffirmed India’s commitment to continued progress. He acknowledged growing expectations for India to advance from the fourth-largest economy to the third and reassured that such ambitions would be pursued with determination.Emphasising the need for urban centers to evolve into economic growth hubs rather than simply expanding due to population increase, Shri Modi stated, “cities must function as dynamic centers for economic activity, and municipal bodies must actively plan for their transformation”. He urged municipal and metropolitan authorities across the country to set economic growth targets for their respective cities. Shri Modi encouraged them to assess the current state of their local economy and strategize ways to enhance it within a year, focusing on improving the quality of manufactured goods and identifying new avenues for economic activities. He pointed out that rather than simply constructing shopping complexes, urban bodies should conduct thorough studies to support agro-based industries and implement value-added initiatives within local markets. He remarked that while large industries traditionally thrived around metropolitan regions, the emergence of nearly two lakh startups—mostly located in tier-2 and tier-3 cities—demonstrates a significant shift. He acknowledged with pride that many of these ventures are being led by women, signaling a new wave of economic and entrepreneurial revolution. Shri Modi also highlighted similar progress in education and sports. He added that India’s focus on urban economic transformation will accelerate the nation’s journey from the fourth to the third-largest global economy by reaffirming that strengthening local economies will be key to achieving this milestone.
