Banaskantha: Prime Minister Narendra Modi said on Friday that serving the people of Gujarat and the country has been the primary objective of his entire political career. He credited his achievements to his countrymen, saying they have given him the opportunity to lead and serve.
Addressing a public rally in Banaskantha, PM Modi said that a man from a humble family had the opportunity to serve Gujarat and then the entire country. Generations of his family had never even dreamed of becoming a village head, but the people reposed their faith in him.
The Prime Minister said, “You considered a man from a humble family, whose generations had never even dreamed of becoming a village head, worthy. You entrusted me with the responsibility of serving Gujarat, and then the entire country.”
He further stated that serving the people is serving the nation, and that Gujarat’s development contributes to the country’s development. He said that whatever he has been able to do for the nation, the credit goes to all the countrymen.
PM Modi said, “I will remain indebted to you for this for the rest of my life. I will remain dedicated to your service until the last moment of my life.”
Praise for Banaskantha’s Potatoes and Banas Dairy
The Prime Minister praised Banaskantha’s contribution to the agricultural sector and the cooperative movement. He said that the potatoes produced here have gained global recognition. He also praised Banas Dairy, saying that it is expanding the cooperative movement beyond Gujarat to other parts of the country.
PM Modi said, “Today, Banaskantha’s potatoes are famous all over the world. No one would dare to approach a person from Banaskantha and claim that they can turn potatoes into gold, because the people here are already doing so.”
He said that cooperatives like Banas Dairy are expanding the cooperative movement not only in Gujarat but also in other parts of the country, including Kashi.
The Prime Minister said he was particularly grateful to Banas Dairy, as Kashi is also benefiting from its experience and services.
Farmers will benefit from the expansion of the potato processing plant’s capacity
The Prime Minister also mentioned the expansion of the potato processing plant’s capacity. He said this would enable the procurement of larger quantities of potatoes, benefiting farmers.
Referring to the cluster development program for fruit and vegetable growers, he said that 12 clusters have been approved for various crops. These include crops such as tomatoes, potatoes, chilies, grapes, bananas, onions, oranges, pomegranates, and cocoa.
According to PM Modi, this initiative will help farmers plant new orchards and renovate old ones. A subsidy has also been provided for the entire project.
He said that the two clusters approved for North Gujarat will benefit potato-producing farmers in Banaskantha and Sabarkantha.
Allegations of spreading rumors about fertilizer and gas shortages
Speaking on the impact of the ongoing tensions in the Gulf region, Prime Minister Modi accused some people of spreading rumors about fertilizer and gas shortages.
He said that today every youth, sister, and daughter of the country is working to make India a developed nation, but some people do not like this. He alleged that such people are happy to see the country in trouble and are spreading rumors about fertilizer and gas shortages amid the uncertainty created by the tensions in the Gulf region.
PM Modi said, “They only wanted to do this to defame Modi.”
Farmers not burdened by global fertilizer prices: PM Modi
The Prime Minister assured farmers that his government has stood up for farmers’ interests despite the ongoing tensions in the Gulf region.
He claimed that despite the increase in fertilizer prices worldwide, the government did not allow the additional burden to fall on Indian farmers.
PM Modi said, “Tension in the Gulf region is still continuing, but the government has not allowed the burden of rising fertilizer prices across the world to fall on our farmers.”