PM Interacts with Tribal Guests, NCC cadets, NSS Volunteers and Tableaux Artists who would be showcasing India at 71st Republic Day Parade

The Prime Minister Narendra Modi today interacted in an At Home event with over 1730 Tribal Guests,, NCC Cadets, NSS Volunteers and Tableaux Artists who would be a part of the 71st Republic Day parade in the National Capital.

Referring to the large enthusiastic gathering, the PM said they would be showcasing a Mini India at the Republic Day Parade. Saying that the world would see the essence of India during their performance in the Parade, the PM said India is not a mere geographic or demographic entity.

India is a Way of Life On Ek Bharat, Shrestha Bharat, PM said that it should be remembered that India is not only home to 130 crore people but also a nation with a vibrant tradition.

He said India is a way of life, an idea, a confluence of several philosophies and a metaphor for a rich global & universal perspective. The PM said India’s strength is its diversity in geological and social fabric. He compared India to a floral garland where different flowers stitched together through a common thread of Indianness. He said, “India believes in Unity and not Uniformity”.   Modi said, “Strengthening that thread of unity and preserving it is our continuous effort and toil” He said as a New India progresses, the effort is to see that no one is left behind and no region is left behind. Striving for Fundamental Duties the PM said that it is time now to give importance to our fundamental duties. “If we deliver our duties sincerely, then there would be no necessity for fighting for our rights” he said.

PM also witnessed a cultural programme showcased by the Tribal Guests, NCC Cadets, NSS Volunteers and Tableaux Artists.