Govt creating positive environment for youth to prosper: PM Modi

Prime Minister Narendra Modi graced the historic 125th- anniversary celebration of the Scindia School in Gwalior, Madhya Pradesh, with his presence, marking a momentous occasion for the esteemed institution on Saturday. During the programme, the Prime Minister laid the foundation stone for the ‘Multipurpose sports complex’ in the school and presented the school’s annual awards to distinguished alumni and top achievers. The Scindia School was established in 1897 and is atop the historic Gwalior Fort.The Prime Minister paid floral tribute to the statue of Shivaji Maharaj. The Prime Minister also released a commemorative postal stamp on the occasion.

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— Jyotiraditya M. Scindia (@JM_Scindia) October 21, 2023

Addressing the gathering, the Prime Minister Modi expressed gratitude for getting the opportunity to become part of the celebrations of the prestigious history of The Scindia School and the city of Gwalior. He mentioned Rishi Gwalipa, music maestro Tansen, Mahad Ji Scindia, Rajmata Vijaya Raje, Atal Bihari Vajpayee and Ustad Amjad Ali Khan and said that the land of Gwalior has always produced those who become an inspiration for others. “It is the land of Nari Shakti and valour”, the Prime Minister said as he emphasized that it was on this land that Maharani Gangabai sold her jewellery to fund the Swaraj Hind Fauj. “Coming to Gwalior is always a delightful experience”, the Prime Minister said.
The Prime Minister said that a dutiful person works for the welfare of the coming generations instead of for the momentary benefits. Emphasizing the long-term benefits of establishing educational institutions, the Prime Minister paid tributes to Maharaja Madho Rao I. Modi also mentioned a lesser-known fact that the Maharaja also established a public transport system that is still functioning as DTC in Delhi. Prime Minister Modi also mentioned his initiative for water conservation and irrigation and informed that Harsi Dam is Asia’s largest mud dam even after 150 years. The Prime Minister said his vision teaches us to work for the long term and avoid shortcuts in every sphere of life.In the next 25 years, the Prime Minister said with confidence that the young generation will make India a developed nation. “I trust the youth and their capabilities”, the Prime Minister said and expressed the belief that the youth will accomplish the resolve taken by the nation. He reiterated that the next 25 years are as significant for the students as it is for India. “Every student of the Scindia School should strive to make India a Viksit Bharat, be it in the professional world or any other place”, he emphasized.

Dream big and achieve big! pic.twitter.com/3hN5CGw8aC

— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) October 21, 2023

Governor of Madhya Pradesh, Mangubhai Patel, Chief Minister of Madhya Pradesh, Shivraj Singh Chauhan and Union Ministers, Jyotiraditya Scindia, Narendra Singh Tomar and Jitendra Singh were present on the occasion among others.

(Ira Singh, Asstt Editor)