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Thursday, February 27, 2014
Spoke on the various problems facing our economy & on solutions to the problems at the India Economic Convention 2014, an International Conference on the Indian Economy. Due to policy paralysis & corruption we lost direction, dedication & determination to grow. We must emerge out of this negative atmosphere. Fiscal deficit is not the only deficit troubling us. There is deficit in governance,trust, morality & right environment needed for business. Mindset that investment is bad must change. Investment is not restricted to industry only. There is scope for investment in various fields. Focus on global positioning is important. The world will look at us when we have positioned ourselves in a way that draws them to us. Women have central role in our GDP. From agriculture, handicrafts, education & services sector, the contribution of women is paramount. I believe in trusteeship, the way Gandhi ji envisioned it. When we talk of progress, lets not think only of the present but also the future. Forget walking, India has the capacity to run! Our biggest strengths are 3 Ds- Democracy, Demography & Demand http://nm4.in/1ftIqIC
Interacted with chartered accountants. They asked questions on issues ranging from justice delivery, federal structure to youth employment. Atal ji's Government shows coalitions can't be an excuse for misgoverance. Its about intent & whether Governments can fulfil the promises made to people. Answering a question on delayed justice, talked about Guj's Lok Adalats & Evening Courts that made justice delivery quicker, more effective. Someone asked me on India's federal structure. I said our states are not our weakness. PM & CMs should work as a team for India's progress. On GST, I made it clear that BJP has never been opposed to GST. But, without proper IT infrastructure GST will be difficult to implement. Centre's preparation on GST is inadequate. They haven't addressed state's concerns. BJP is firmly committed to reforms for India's growth. State must be policy driven with no scope for arbitrary discretion. This minimizes grey areas & ends corruption http://nm4.in/1cUAUd6
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Had a wonderful interaction with traders at the All India Traders Convention. Dr. Murli Manohar Joshi was present on the occasion. We must come out of web of laws that are impeding progress. Trend of running things from Delhi must stop. We must have faith in our states. Global challenges need not be feared, they must be seen as opportunities. Spoke about the need to boost online trade instead of limiting it. Increasing purchasing power of the common people is very important. Once that happens, the earnings of our small traders will be enhanced. Trust deficit between the Government & people must end. We have seen the disastrous results when Government sees everyone as thieves http://nm4.in/1kbd812
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Wednesday, February 26, 2014
Launched the e-Nagar initiative & Mahatma Gandhi Swachchata Mission. Also presented Nirmal Gram Puraskar to the winning villages. Direct corollary of cleanliness is good health. Together, let us create a Clean India by Gandhi ji's 150th birth anniversary in 2019. e-Nagar is a step towards higher transparency, greater accountability, 24/7 accessibility & improved efficiency, putting people first! 21st century is going to be linked with digital world. Things are changing fast & our urban infrastructure must keep pace with the changes. Gujarat's concept of 'One Day Governance' shows how technology can bring a positive change in people's lives http://nm4.in/NwNHsH
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Remembering Veer Savarkar on his Punya Tithi. He inspired youngsters to join freedom struggle & free India from the clutches of imperialism. A prolific writer, poet, thinker & social reformer, Veer Savarkar fully dedicated himself to the regeneration of our Motherland http://nm4.in/1ejenrI
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Inaugurated a solar power plant in Neemuch, Madhya Pradesh. The impressive solar plant in Neemuch is yet another example of the strong development journey of MP under the leadership of Shri Shivraj Singh Chouhan. BJP Governments all over India see power as a means to empower people. Congress wants absolute power to indulge in absolute corruption. I talked about how emphasis on the 7 pillars of energy- Hydro, Thermal, Gas, Solar, Wind, Biomass & Nuclear can make India self-reliant in energy sector http://nm4.in/1hyele8
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Tuesday, February 25, 2014
At National Ayurveda Summit, talked about need to take Ayurveda to the global level. Ayurveda experts from all over India joined the summit. It was wonderful having Baba Ramdev ji at the Summit. He talked at length about the importance of Ayurveda. Demand for herbal medicines is high. With a focused, innovative approach & right packaging we can export herbal medicines all over the world. Just saying our Ayurveda products are the best will not do. We need greater awareness & pro activeness on patents & IPR vis-a-vis Ayurveda. Digitisation of our ancient scriptures can go a long way in preserving & further popularising Ayurveda, particularly among our youth. I said that every flower has the potential to cure illness & one such flower is the Lotus :) http://nm4.in/1eekf5e
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Monday, February 24, 2014
We bow to the great Shivaji Maharaj on Shivaji Jayanti. Apart from being a brave warrior, Shivaji Maharaj was a torchbearer of good governance. His economic & trade policies still inspire us. A true visionary, Chhatrapati Shivaji realised the importance of the seas for both commercial and military purposes. He built a strong navy. He used ports to export cloth, spices & other articles to Middle East & to import articles from those nations. Shivaji Maharaj's governance & policies benefitted people of all castes & religions. His taxation policy kept in mind interests of the poor. Chhatrapati Shivaji fought for the pride of India! His fight was not about grabbing power but to save India from slavery http://nm4.in/1nMQzNs
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Looking forward to addressing a rally in Mangalore. Watch http://nm4.in/16RZnOk
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Thank you Karnataka! Was truly touched by the warm welcome during the 2 rallies in Davangere & Mangalore. With their arrogance sky high & no concern for poor, a small punishment won't do for Congress.Only way to save India is Congress Mukt Bharat. A democracy has 4 enemies- dynasty, casteism, communalism & opportunism…sadly Congress has all 4 in plenty. Talked about how 5F formula can be an innovative way to revive the declining cotton & textile industry in Davangere. In Mangalore I talked about the need to develop our coastal areas & move towards port-led development. State-of-the-art fish harbours & latest technology for fishermen can help immensely. Lets make use of technology to positively change lives. Asked Karnataka to vote for India's development & uproot Congress, which stands for corruption & misgovernance http://nm4.in/1bHLDcQ
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Spent the morning with farmers from all across Saurashtra during the ground breaking ceremony of SAUNI Yojana in Rajkot. Talked about the importance of value addition & productivity in agriculture. Also urged farmers to focus on planting maximum trees. Centre's refusal to allow gates on Narmada Dam is unfortunate. Why play politics over Narmada Mata http://nm4.in/N2FSLh
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UPA's last vote-on-account is extremely disappointing! It is nothing but a glorified exercise in self-congratulation. FM says 296 projects worth Rs. 6.6 lakh crore cleared recently. Why were these projects held back at all? Is it not policy paralysis? While the FM may pat his own back, the fact remains that our youth is bearing the brunt of rising unemployment. “Manufacturing is the Achilles' heel, deceleration in investment in manufacturing worrying"...this is result of 'wonders' of UPA's policies. Mere lip-service by the FM on the return of black money; UPA's lack of commitment towards bringing black money was on display yet again! FM eats up plan expenditure, rolls over Rs 35,000 cr subsidies to next yr to contain fiscal deficit even as non-plan expenditure overshoots! Real hard work! I welcome the decision on 'One Rank, One Pension' for our servicemen. Belated wisdom finally dawns on our 'hard working' UPA ministers. 'Hard working' Finance Minister also joins other illustrious UPA ministers who are seeking refuge in history to judge their 'performance.' It is up to the people to decide whether the Economist PM & FM have been 'hard working' or 'hardly working' in their tenure. The only solace one gets from the vote-on-account is that this was UPA's final act of misery after a decade of decay & policy paralysis http://nm4.in/1hpg9uv
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Called for creating an inclusive financial sector for India's growth at the National Summit on Financial Services. Talked about the need to take our development journey towards creating high end activities & services that draw people from all over the world. Our FM is so "hardworking" that he is looking at our rallies to increase revenue! I am happy that my speeches are contributing to the nation http://nm4.in/1nMR89X
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The inaugural 'Chai Pe Charcha' was a very memorable experience! I got to interact with so many people from across India. The joys of organising such an event were tremendous for the thousands of volunteers who worked all over India to make the event a success. I invite you to enjoy this unique experience of organising the upcoming 'Chai Pe Charcha' interactions. Sharing details http://indiancag.org/chaipecharcha/volunteer/
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Was wonderful being among young Karyakartas at Vijay Shankhnad Yuva Sangam in Ahmedabad. I congratulate BJYM for organising the rally. Congress made several promises but did not fulfil them. People are angry at Congress & there is an atmosphere of mistrust all over India. Winds of change are blowing! Congress can't save itself. People will punish Congress & the punishment will be worse than that in 1977. सौगंध मुझे इस मिट्टी की, मैं देश नहीं मिटने दूंगा, मैं देश नहीं झुकने दूंगा! http://nm4.in/1jg5Ar4
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From the westernmost part of India, travelled to the easternmost part of India! Addressed a rally in Pasighat, Arunachal Pradesh. Arunachal Pradesh's people have never come under pressure from China. People stood firm & clarion call of Jai Hind reverberates in the land. Times & thinking have changed! Development is only way ahead.BJP believes in development & we will carry forward good work started by Atalji. Need of the hour is effective water resource management in the Northeast. We need to harness solar & wind energy potential in the region. Why must the youth of Arunachal Pradesh leave their homes to study & work? Why does building basic infrastructure take ages? This must end! 3Hs - Herbal, Horticulture & Handicraft sectors can give many opportunities to youth of Arunachal Pradesh. Tourism can do wonders here. Arunachal Pradesh needs a government in Delhi that is sensitive to the state's problems & fulfils youth's aspirations http://nm4.in/1fHenhq
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My best wishes on the launch of the book 'Moditva.' Shri Rajnath Singh will release the book tomorrow. The book includes 14 short essays on the critical challenges our nation is facing in the fields of governance, education etc. I hope my young friends and first time voters would go through the book http://nm4.in/1hoEYlO
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Was very happy to be in Himachal Pradesh to address Parivartan Rally in Sujanpur Tira. Himachal will always have a special place in my life. Was doing organisational work for the Party there when I was asked to be Gujarat CM. BJP is committed towards all-round development of Himalayan states. Promised that what didn't happen in 60 years will happen in 60 months! Himachal Pradesh needs strong rail connectivity. This will help the common people & will enhance tourism in the state. UPA & Himachal Pradesh Govt are not bothered about people of the state. Apple farmers aren't getting good rates & youngsters don't have jobs. PM says money doesn't grow on trees but HP CM's assets grew 14 times in 3 years & he says it was due to apple trees! Can we trust Congress? From Himalayan states to desert & coastal states, each region has their own challenges. Solutions for one region can't be applied to another. Problems of every region can't be solved in NDC meetings only. The Centre must go to the states, sit with CMs & work out an action plan. NDA will form the next government & our agenda is National Development Alliance, committed to development of India http://nm4.in/1b99jWZParivartan Rally in Sujanpur Tira, Himachal PradeshWas very happy to be in Himachal Pradesh to address Parivartan Rally in Sujanpur Tira. Himachal will always have a special place in my life. Was doing organisational work for the Party there when I was asked to be Gujarat CM. BJP is committed towards all-round development of Himalayan states. Promised that what didn't happen in 60 years will happen in 60 months! Himachal Pradesh needs strong rail connectivity. This will help the common people & will enhance tourism in the state. UPA & Himachal Pradesh Govt are not bothered about people of the state. Apple farmers aren't getting good rates & youngsters don't have jobs. PM says money doesn't grow on trees but HP CM's assets grew 14 times in 3 years & he says it was due to apple trees! Can we trust Congress? From Himalayan states to desert & coastal states, each region has their own challenges. Solutions for one region can't be applied to another. Problems of every region can't be solved in NDC meetings only. The Centre must go to the states, sit with CMs & work out an action plan. NDA will form the next government & our agenda is National Development Alliance, committed to development of India http://nm4.in/1b99jWZ
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I welcome the Rs. 1,20,390 crore Budget of Gujarat Government. It will further boost Gujarat's development journey. The high revenue surplus, low fiscal deficit & high capital expenditure will further propel Gujarat's growth. Glad that the Gujarat Government is spending over Rs. 81,000 crore on infrastructure, growth & inclusive development. Huge allocation of Rs. 45,000 crore towards social sectors including health, education, water supply show our commitment to inclusive growth http://nm4.in/1fEwkNI
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Inaugurated Garvi Gurjari National Craft Fair & Summit in Ahmedabad. The more our handicraft sector develops, the more opportunities the poor get. We need to invigorate the sector with latest research & innovation. For the growth of handicraft sector we need to focus on upgradation of quality, technology & making durable & user friendly products. We need strong linkage between tourism & handicrafts sector. Our experience in Kutch shows the difference it can make http://nm4.in/1h4KElU
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Launched new schemes for Skill Development including i-KVK, Kaushalya Rath, e-Skilling in the presence of youngsters from all over Gujarat. Dignity of skilled manpower is important. Gujarat has given utmost importance to ITIs. They are as crucial as medical & engineering colleges. Mobile Kaushalya Rath, providing skill training at your doorstep! Will cover rural areas of Gujarat. 'In the industry, by the industry, for the industry & beyond the industry' is the Mantra for our new i-KVKs http://nm4.in/1eoPbv0
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Addressed "Barak Vikas Samavesh" in Silchar, Assam. Tea is the pride of Assam. Talked about creating better opportunities & access to education for children of those working in tea gardens. Youngsters from Northeast have enormous sporting talent. Why can't we have a sports university in the Northeast so that youngsters can shine. Congress' divisive nature is shown in the manner in which they have sown seeds of division between Brahmaputra & Barak valleys. Immersed in votebank politics, Assam Government has abused human rights in name of detention camps! We will end these camps on coming to power. There is no place for infiltrators from Bangladesh who have come to further the votebank politics agenda of others. They should be sent back. narendramodi: Not Assam alone, but all states must accommodate Hindus coming from Bangladesh & offer them a life with dignity. Nation can't wait any further! Let us uproot Congress from every part of India & make Congress Mukt Bharat a reality http://nm4.in/1h8RxTwBarak Vikas Samavesh in Silchar, AssamAddressed "Barak Vikas Samavesh" in Silchar, Assam. Tea is the pride of Assam. Talked about creating better opportunities & access to education for children of those working in tea gardens. Youngsters from Northeast have enormous sporting talent. Why can't we have a sports university in the Northeast so that youngsters can shine. Congress' divisive nature is shown in the manner in which they have sown seeds of division between Brahmaputra & Barak valleys. Immersed in votebank politics, Assam Government has abused human rights in name of detention camps! We will end these camps on coming to power. There is no place for infiltrators from Bangladesh who have come to further the votebank politics agenda of others. They should be sent back. narendramodi: Not Assam alone, but all states must accommodate Hindus coming from Bangladesh & offer them a life with dignity. Nation can't wait any further! Let us uproot Congress from every part of India & make Congress Mukt Bharat a reality http://nm4.in/1h8RxTw
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It was wonderful being with Parkash Singh Badal ji, Rajnath ji, Sukhbir ji & others at Fateh Rally in Jagraon. BJP-SAD alliance is not merely a political one. It demonstrates our inclusive society & is a rejection of Congress' divide & rule politics. Badal Sahab is totally devoted to welfare of farmers & Sukhbir ji talks about industry, infrastructure etc. Together they are a great team! Punjab's recent agriculture summit & Progressive Punjab summit to draw more investment shows Punjab Govt's commitment to all-round growth. Farmers from Punjab have done excellent work in Kutch! Sadly, some people with vested interests are more interested in misleading the people. Our nation is one! No Sikh farmer will ever be asked to leave Kutch. They are an integral part of Gujarat & the state belongs to them. It is very surprising to see Congress leaders giving others lessons on corruption. People are tired of their corruption & misgovernance. Immersed in glorification of 1 family, Congress forgot the great son of Punjab, Shri Lala Lajpat Rai! It is Badal Sahab who remembered him. When we come to power, we will serve as Chowkidars who will never allow any Hand to loot coffers of our nation http://nm4.in/1hkT9IoFateh Rally in Jagraon, PunjabIt was wonderful being with Parkash Singh Badal ji, Rajnath ji, Sukhbir ji & others at Fateh Rally in Jagraon. BJP-SAD alliance is not merely a political one. It demonstrates our inclusive society & is a rejection of Congress' divide & rule politics. Badal Sahab is totally devoted to welfare of farmers & Sukhbir ji talks about industry, infrastructure etc. Together they are a great team! Punjab's recent agriculture summit & Progressive Punjab summit to draw more investment shows Punjab Govt's commitment to all-round growth. Farmers from Punjab have done excellent work in Kutch! Sadly, some people with vested interests are more interested in misleading the people. Our nation is one! No Sikh farmer will ever be asked to leave Kutch. They are an integral part of Gujarat & the state belongs to them. It is very surprising to see Congress leaders giving others lessons on corruption. People are tired of their corruption & misgovernance. Immersed in glorification of 1 family, Congress forgot the great son of Punjab, Shri Lala Lajpat Rai! It is Badal Sahab who remembered him. When we come to power, we will serve as Chowkidars who will never allow any Hand to loot coffers of our nation http://nm4.in/1hkT9Io
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Wednesday, February 19, 2014
We bow to the great Shivaji Maharaj on Shivaji Jayanti. Apart from being a brave warrior, Shivaji Maharaj was a torchbearer of good governance. His economic & trade policies still inspire us. A true visionary, Chhatrapati Shivaji realised the importance of the seas for both commercial and military purposes. He built a strong navy. He used ports to export cloth, spices & other articles to Middle East & to import articles from those nations. Shivaji Maharaj's governance & policies benefitted people of all castes & religions. His taxation policy kept in mind interests of the poor. Chhatrapati Shivaji fought for the pride of India! His fight was not about grabbing power but to save India from slavery http://nm4.in/1nMQzNs
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Called for creating an inclusive financial sector for India's growth at the National Summit on Financial Services. Talked about the need to take our development journey towards creating high end activities & services that draw people from all over the world. Our FM is so "hardworking" that he is looking at our rallies to increase revenue! I am happy that my speeches are contributing to the nation http://nm4.in/1nMR89X
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Called for creating an inclusive financial sector for India's growth at the National Summit on Financial Services. Talked about the need to take our development journey towards creating high end activities & services that draw people from all over the world. Our FM is so "hardworking" that he is looking at our rallies to increase revenue! I am happy that my speeches are contributing to the nation http://nm4.in/1nMR89X
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We bow to the great Shivaji Maharaj on Shivaji Jayanti. Apart from being a brave warrior, Shivaji Maharaj was a torchbearer of good governance. His economic & trade policies still inspire us. A true visionary, Chhatrapati Shivaji realised the importance of the seas for both commercial and military purposes. He built a strong navy. He used ports to export cloth, spices & other articles to Middle East & to import articles from those nations. Shivaji Maharaj's governance & policies benefitted people of all castes & religions. His taxation policy kept in mind interests of the poor. Chhatrapati Shivaji fought for the pride of India! His fight was not about grabbing power but to save India from slavery http://nm4.in/1nMQzNs
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Tuesday, February 18, 2014
Looking forward to addressing a rally in Mangalore. Watch http://nm4.in/16RZnOk
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UPA's last vote-on-account is extremely disappointing! It is nothing but a glorified exercise in self-congratulation. FM says 296 projects worth Rs. 6.6 lakh crore cleared recently. Why were these projects held back at all? Is it not policy paralysis? While the FM may pat his own back, the fact remains that our youth is bearing the brunt of rising unemployment. “Manufacturing is the Achilles' heel, deceleration in investment in manufacturing worrying"...this is result of 'wonders' of UPA's policies. Mere lip-service by the FM on the return of black money; UPA's lack of commitment towards bringing black money was on display yet again! FM eats up plan expenditure, rolls over Rs 35,000 cr subsidies to next yr to contain fiscal deficit even as non-plan expenditure overshoots! Real hard work! I welcome the decision on 'One Rank, One Pension' for our servicemen. Belated wisdom finally dawns on our 'hard working' UPA ministers. 'Hard working' Finance Minister also joins other illustrious UPA ministers who are seeking refuge in history to judge their 'performance.' It is up to the people to decide whether the Economist PM & FM have been 'hard working' or 'hardly working' in their tenure. The only solace one gets from the vote-on-account is that this was UPA's final act of misery after a decade of decay & policy paralysis http://nm4.in/1hpg9uv
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Spent the morning with farmers from all across Saurashtra during the ground breaking ceremony of SAUNI Yojana in Rajkot. Talked about the importance of value addition & productivity in agriculture. Also urged farmers to focus on planting maximum trees. Centre's refusal to allow gates on Narmada Dam is unfortunate. Why play politics over Narmada Mata http://nm4.in/N2FSLh
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Thank you Karnataka! Was truly touched by the warm welcome during the 2 rallies in Davangere & Mangalore. With their arrogance sky high & no concern for poor, a small punishment won't do for Congress.Only way to save India is Congress Mukt Bharat. A democracy has 4 enemies- dynasty, casteism, communalism & opportunism…sadly Congress has all 4 in plenty. Talked about how 5F formula can be an innovative way to revive the declining cotton & textile industry in Davangere. In Mangalore I talked about the need to develop our coastal areas & move towards port-led development. State-of-the-art fish harbours & latest technology for fishermen can help immensely. Lets make use of technology to positively change lives. Asked Karnataka to vote for India's development & uproot Congress, which stands for corruption & misgovernance http://nm4.in/1bHLDcQ
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Sunday, February 16, 2014
Was very happy to be in Himachal Pradesh to address Parivartan Rally in Sujanpur Tira. Himachal will always have a special place in my life. Was doing organisational work for the Party there when I was asked to be Gujarat CM. BJP is committed towards all-round development of Himalayan states. Promised that what didn't happen in 60 years will happen in 60 months! Himachal Pradesh needs strong rail connectivity. This will help the common people & will enhance tourism in the state. UPA & Himachal Pradesh Govt are not bothered about people of the state. Apple farmers aren't getting good rates & youngsters don't have jobs. PM says money doesn't grow on trees but HP CM's assets grew 14 times in 3 years & he says it was due to apple trees! Can we trust Congress? From Himalayan states to desert & coastal states, each region has their own challenges. Solutions for one region can't be applied to another. Problems of every region can't be solved in NDC meetings only. The Centre must go to the states, sit with CMs & work out an action plan. NDA will form the next government & our agenda is National Development Alliance, committed to development of India http://nm4.in/1b99jWZParivartan Rally in Sujanpur Tira, Himachal PradeshWas very happy to be in Himachal Pradesh to address Parivartan Rally in Sujanpur Tira. Himachal will always have a special place in my life. Was doing organisational work for the Party there when I was asked to be Gujarat CM. BJP is committed towards all-round development of Himalayan states. Promised that what didn't happen in 60 years will happen in 60 months! Himachal Pradesh needs strong rail connectivity. This will help the common people & will enhance tourism in the state. UPA & Himachal Pradesh Govt are not bothered about people of the state. Apple farmers aren't getting good rates & youngsters don't have jobs. PM says money doesn't grow on trees but HP CM's assets grew 14 times in 3 years & he says it was due to apple trees! Can we trust Congress? From Himalayan states to desert & coastal states, each region has their own challenges. Solutions for one region can't be applied to another. Problems of every region can't be solved in NDC meetings only. The Centre must go to the states, sit with CMs & work out an action plan. NDA will form the next government & our agenda is National Development Alliance, committed to development of India http://nm4.in/1b99jWZ
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Saturday, February 15, 2014
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