Prime Minister Narendra Modi emphasized the country’s GDP growth despite the pressures on oil and fertilizers arising out of the West Asia crisis, highlighting the first private orbital rocket launch and India’s first hydrogen-powered train. He stated that the Monsoon Session is starting at a time when the country has gathered speed and the spirit of Parliament can infuse it with new energy.
Addressing reporters in Parliament complex, PM Modi expressed his hope that facts and arguments, and every voice get an opportunity and respect. He emphasized the importance of a constructive spirit in achieving the country’s goals, stating that the spirit of Parliament can infuse new energy into the nation’s progress.
The Prime Minister also highlighted the experience and knowledge of the country’s many MPs, regardless of their party affiliation. He stressed the need for Parliament to function and engage in constructive discussions, emphasizing that this is the need of the hour and that the aspirational youth desire progress.
PM Modi took a veiled dig at Lok Sabha Leader of Opposition Rahul Gandhi while praising Hyderabad-based Skyroot Aerospace for developing and launching Vikram-1, making India the third country in the world to have private launch capability. He highlighted the achievements of the young team behind the launch, stating that their average age is 28.
The Prime Minister also referred to the successful launch of Vikram-1 and satellites being put in precise orbits, stating that this is a message that the ability and aspiration of India’s youth is limitless like space. He emphasized that the country has boarded the reform express, enabling Indian youth to achieve such milestones.
PM Modi also highlighted India’s resilience in the face of the West Asia crisis, which has sent ripples across economies. He stated that despite the crisis, India continued to grow at 7.7%, the fastest among major economies, showcasing the country’s ability.
