Odisha CM Mohan Charan Majhi recalls PM Modi's view of Indian diaspora as nation-building partners during 2025 PBD in Bhubaneswar. He highlights Modi's calls for cultural promotion, tourism ambassadorship, and talent linkage in tech and entrepreneurship, emphasizing practical contributions to 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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PM Modi, from his days as Gujarat Chief Minister to now, has consistently emphasized NRIs' role through knowledge, investment, innovation, and global expertise in India's progress.
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Modi urged diaspora members to promote Odisha's handicrafts, handlooms, traditional arts, and serve as tourism ambassadors for the state and nation.
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Under Modi's leadership, diaspora engagement targets practical results, linking global talent to India's needs in entrepreneurship, technology, skill development, and social initiatives.
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The event reinforced PBD's core aim: recognizing overseas Indians' contributions and strengthening their ties to cultural roots.
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.
