Blitz Bureau
NEW DELHI: Highlighting that Swami Vivekananda was a great supporter of modern science, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on December 9 said the founder of the Ramakrishna Mission believed that the importance of science was in inspiring and taking us forward. Addressing an event at Ramakrishna Math in Gujarat via video conferencing, PM Modi emphasised India’s growing dominance in the field of modern technology.
PM Modi said that India’s identity had got a boost with achievements like becoming the world’s third largest startup ecosystem, steps towards becoming the world’s third largest economy, modern construction in the field of infrastructure and providing solutions to global challenges.
He added that today’s India was moving forward based on its knowledge, tradition and centuries-old teachings.
Stressing spirituality and sustainable development, are the two important ideas to be remembered to make the earth better, the PM Modi said that by harmonising these two ideas, we could build a better future. He added that Swami Vivekananda used to emphasise the practical side of spirituality that could fulfil the needs of society.
PM Modi emphasised that the goal of sustainable development can be achieved by maintaining a balance between economic development, social welfare and environmental protection.
Sharing his vision to initiate youth into politics, PM Modi said, “Swami Vivekananda believed that youth power is the backbone of the nation.” He announced that the birth anniversary of Swami Vivekananda on January 12, 2025, will be celebrated as Youth Day.
