Modi's NRI Nation-Builders: Odisha CM Spotlights Diaspora Power For Viksit Bharat

Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi recently reflected on the Pravasi Bharatiya Divas (PBD) convention held in Bhubaneswar in January 2025, praising Prime Minister Narendra Modi's longstanding vision of viewing the Indian diaspora as vital partners in nation-building. The 18th edition of the biennial event, themed "Diaspora's Contribution to a Viksit Bharat," marked the first PBD in eastern India, aligning with the central government's 'Purvodaya' focus on regional development. Majhi highlighted Modi's personal engagement, noting how Non-Resident Indians (NRIs) formed an instant connection with the Prime Minister during the gathering.

 

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This reflection, shared via a video on social media platform X by Modi Story, underscores the diaspora's enduring importance in shaping India's future as it advances toward becoming a developed nation by 2047. PBD, observed every two years on January 9, continues to foster stronger bonds between overseas Indians and their homeland, celebrating shared heritage while harnessing their global influence.

Sources: Ommcom News, NewKerala.com (IANS), Ministry of External Affairs.