New Delhi, February 10: In a landmark event “Viksit Bharat Viksit Gujarat” for Gujarat and rural India as a whole, Prime Minister Narendra Modi today virtually inaugurated 24,184 houses constructed under the Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana-Rural (PMAY-R) and other housing schemes. The total cost of these houses stands at a staggering Rs 1,411 crore, transforming the lives of countless families across the state.
PM Modi Hails Vibrant Gujarat, Focuses on Housing for All:
Addressing the beneficiaries through video conferencing, PM Modi congratulated Gujarat on successfully hosting the 20th Vibrant Gujarat Summit and highlighted its commitment to development. He emphasized the crucial role of housing in securing a brighter future for the underprivileged, stating, “For any poor person, their own house is the guarantee of their bright future.” He expressed his joy at fulfilling the dream of owning a home for 24,184 families and reiterated his government’s dedication to ensuring “everyone has a permanent roof and their own house.“
Modi's Guarantee: Uplifting 25 Crore People from Poverty:
The Prime Minister also shed light on the recently concluded Viksit Bharat Sankalp Yatra, a nationwide initiative aimed at mobilizing public support for development. He proudly declared that due to such government efforts, a remarkable 25 crore people have been lifted out of poverty in the past decade. He credited these individuals for actively participating in government schemes and defeating poverty through their own determination.
#WATCH | PM Modi interacts with Geetaben a beneficiary of the 'Viksit Bharat Viksit Gujarat' via video conferencing. pic.twitter.com/x6SIzamI7E
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Building a Developed India: Collective Resolve at its Core:
Drawing parallels with the Swadeshi and Quit India movements of India’s independence struggle, PM Modi emphasized the importance of collective resolve in achieving national goals. He stated, “Today, a similar resolution for the country has become the building block of a developed India.” He expressed his confidence in the collective will of the nation to propel India towards developed nation status within the next 25 years.
Viksit Bharat Viksit Gujarat : Gujarat Leads the Way in PMAY Implementation:
Applauding Gujarat’s exemplary performance in implementing the PMAY scheme, PM Modi highlighted the construction of over 8 lakh houses in urban areas and 5 lakh houses in rural areas under the initiative. This exemplary achievement serves as a shining example for other states to emulate in their pursuit of providing affordable housing for all.
The Modi’s inauguration of these 24,184 houses marks a significant step towards achieving the vision of a Viksit Bharat Viksit Gujarat setting a commendable example. This initiative not only provides families with secure and dignified shelter but also empowers them to build a brighter future for themselves and their children. As India strives towards becoming a developed nation, such collective efforts by the government and its citizens hold immense promise for a prosperous and inclusive future.
