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BIRTH ANNIVERSARY CELEBRATION

of Mahatma Gandhi:

MARCHING AHEAD

DEDICATED TO SWACHH BHARAT

EditorAshwini Kumar

Managing EditorAbhinav Sharma

Team “Gujarat Marching Ahead”Apoorva Rampal, Vikas Kumar Pandey,

Dhruva Jetly, Vedant Sharma

Production Co-ordinatorVikas Kumar Pandey

Volume 5, Issue 07, October 2019

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Gujarat Marching Ahead

Design & Layout Crayon Creative & Media Agency, Gandhinagar

ConceptAakhya Media Services

Recently, our Chief Minister Shri Vijay Rupani launched a new monthly initiative where he holds an in-person interaction with groups of people from the state and resolves their queries. One of our stories captures certain segments of ‘Mukhyamantri Saathe Mokala Mane.’

Interacting with people and communicating his thoughts are other distinct qualities of the Prime Minister that separates him from other leaders. The issue carries its regular feature ‘Mann ki Baat,’ for September. The PM has spoken about spreading humanity through social service this festive season, recognizing ‘Nari Shakti’ by felicitating daughters, ‘Run for Unity’ marathon on 144th birth anniversary of Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel and most importantly ridding the country from the menace of single-use plastic on the occasion of 150th birth anniversary of Mahatma Gandhi.

Our commitment and sense of duty enables us to bring ‘Gujarat Marching Ahead’ to our readers every month. We sincerely hope that we will continue to be your prime source of latest information with regard to the development and good governance of Gujarat.

Dear Readers,Mahatma Gandhi is considered to be one of the greatest inuencers of modern history. His resolve of non-violence

and perseverance got India free while his ideals shaped generations of Indians and stitched together the social fabric of India. However, despite this saint-like revering for Gandhiji, we forgot one of his teachings – cleanliness.

This changed in 2014, when Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi, during his maiden Independence Day speech from the rampart of the Red Fort gave the clarion call of ‘Swachh Bharat Abhiyan.’ He envisioned a ‘Swachh Bharat,’ as dreamt by our Bapu by his 150th anniversary as a tting tribute to our greatest leader. And thus began independent India’s biggest public movement.

On October 2nd this year, PM Modi announced India as free from open defecation (ODF) from the corridors of Sabarmati Ashram, in a grand event organized by the Government of Gujarat. Gujarat, the janmabhoomi and karmabhoomi of Bapu, and its people led the way in accomplishing this noble dream. The Cover Story in October issue discusses the signicance of cleanliness for Indian society, along with a glimpse of key milestones of Swachh Bharat Abhiyan and the event at Sabarmati Ashram.

For the past three issues, we have written a lot about Gujarat government’s water management initiatives. We are proud to say that the hard work of lakhs of people including citizens, engineers, bureaucrats and leaders under the leadership of PM Modi and Chief Minister Shri Vijay Rupani, nally bore fruit on September 17th. The Prime Minister on his 69th birthday, along with CM Shri Vijay Rupani and Deputy CM Shri Nitin Patel, visited the Sardar Sarovar Dam and released excess water, as the Dam reached its full capacity. It was a rare moment for each Gujarati, including Modi ji, as we all were witnessing a long-held dream fullled. Our lead story covers the event ‘Namami Devi Narmade.’

Assessment and improvement is a continuous process and a key driver of good governance. Government of Gujarat regularly assesses its initiatives, seeks feedback and introduces changes to achieve improvement. With this approach, the state government introduced a New Port Policy for the development of the ports and increase in trade through imports & exports along the coastline of Gujarat. It also launched a state-wide data centre for Anganwadi workers to help the government monitor the data at anganwadi level and ensure that women, adolescents, and children benet from the schemes of the government as well as make amendments if required. The government also started a new Health helpline ‘104 Help line’ service to provide counselling by psychologists to people with mental illness and Divyangs. One of the stories briey presents these initiatives.

From theEditor’s Desk

3

Gujarat Marching Ahead

Chief Minister Shri Vijay Rupani, in the presence of Deputy Chief Minister Shri Nitin Patel, inaugurated India’s rst Global Development Centre (GDC) developed

by Johnson Controls-Hitachi Air Conditioning at Kadi in Gujarat on 4th October 2019. Shri Rupani said, “The GDC will create large number of opportunities in

Gujarat for start-ups, skill development and employment that are at par with the global standards.” As an addition to Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi’s mission

of ‘Make in India’, the state-of-the-art facility will support the company's world class innovation capabilities to develop residential air conditioners and commercial

packaged air conditioners for India as well as the Southeast Asia, East Asia and European markets.

EditorAshwini Kumar

Managing EditorAbhinav Sharma

Team “Gujarat Marching Ahead”Apoorva Rampal, Vikas Kumar Pandey,

Dhruva Jetly, Vedant Sharma

Production Co-ordinatorVikas Kumar Pandey

Volume 5, Issue 07, October 2019

2

Gujarat Marching Ahead

Design & Layout Crayon Creative & Media Agency, Gandhinagar

ConceptAakhya Media Services

Recently, our Chief Minister Shri Vijay Rupani launched a new monthly initiative where he holds an in-person interaction with groups of people from the state and resolves their queries. One of our stories captures certain segments of ‘Mukhyamantri Saathe Mokala Mane.’

Interacting with people and communicating his thoughts are other distinct qualities of the Prime Minister that separates him from other leaders. The issue carries its regular feature ‘Mann ki Baat,’ for September. The PM has spoken about spreading humanity through social service this festive season, recognizing ‘Nari Shakti’ by felicitating daughters, ‘Run for Unity’ marathon on 144th birth anniversary of Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel and most importantly ridding the country from the menace of single-use plastic on the occasion of 150th birth anniversary of Mahatma Gandhi.

Our commitment and sense of duty enables us to bring ‘Gujarat Marching Ahead’ to our readers every month. We sincerely hope that we will continue to be your prime source of latest information with regard to the development and good governance of Gujarat.

Dear Readers,Mahatma Gandhi is considered to be one of the greatest inuencers of modern history. His resolve of non-violence

and perseverance got India free while his ideals shaped generations of Indians and stitched together the social fabric of India. However, despite this saint-like revering for Gandhiji, we forgot one of his teachings – cleanliness.

This changed in 2014, when Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi, during his maiden Independence Day speech from the rampart of the Red Fort gave the clarion call of ‘Swachh Bharat Abhiyan.’ He envisioned a ‘Swachh Bharat,’ as dreamt by our Bapu by his 150th anniversary as a tting tribute to our greatest leader. And thus began independent India’s biggest public movement.

On October 2nd this year, PM Modi announced India as free from open defecation (ODF) from the corridors of Sabarmati Ashram, in a grand event organized by the Government of Gujarat. Gujarat, the janmabhoomi and karmabhoomi of Bapu, and its people led the way in accomplishing this noble dream. The Cover Story in October issue discusses the signicance of cleanliness for Indian society, along with a glimpse of key milestones of Swachh Bharat Abhiyan and the event at Sabarmati Ashram.

For the past three issues, we have written a lot about Gujarat government’s water management initiatives. We are proud to say that the hard work of lakhs of people including citizens, engineers, bureaucrats and leaders under the leadership of PM Modi and Chief Minister Shri Vijay Rupani, nally bore fruit on September 17th. The Prime Minister on his 69th birthday, along with CM Shri Vijay Rupani and Deputy CM Shri Nitin Patel, visited the Sardar Sarovar Dam and released excess water, as the Dam reached its full capacity. It was a rare moment for each Gujarati, including Modi ji, as we all were witnessing a long-held dream fullled. Our lead story covers the event ‘Namami Devi Narmade.’

Assessment and improvement is a continuous process and a key driver of good governance. Government of Gujarat regularly assesses its initiatives, seeks feedback and introduces changes to achieve improvement. With this approach, the state government introduced a New Port Policy for the development of the ports and increase in trade through imports & exports along the coastline of Gujarat. It also launched a state-wide data centre for Anganwadi workers to help the government monitor the data at anganwadi level and ensure that women, adolescents, and children benet from the schemes of the government as well as make amendments if required. The government also started a new Health helpline ‘104 Help line’ service to provide counselling by psychologists to people with mental illness and Divyangs. One of the stories briey presents these initiatives.

From theEditor’s Desk

3

Gujarat Marching Ahead

Chief Minister Shri Vijay Rupani, in the presence of Deputy Chief Minister Shri Nitin Patel, inaugurated India’s rst Global Development Centre (GDC) developed

by Johnson Controls-Hitachi Air Conditioning at Kadi in Gujarat on 4th October 2019. Shri Rupani said, “The GDC will create large number of opportunities in

Gujarat for start-ups, skill development and employment that are at par with the global standards.” As an addition to Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi’s mission

of ‘Make in India’, the state-of-the-art facility will support the company's world class innovation capabilities to develop residential air conditioners and commercial

packaged air conditioners for India as well as the Southeast Asia, East Asia and European markets.

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Water ConservationWater ConservationWater Conservation

CONTENTS

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Gujarat Marching Ahead

Water Conservation

Gujarat CelebratesWater Conservation

05

PM’s Message

MANN KI BAAT

12

Cover Story

Swachh Bharat:Fitting Tribute to Bapu

16

Governance

CM holds heart-to-heartInteraction with Divyangjan (October Edition)

26

Youth Empowerment

CM Inaugurates 26 ITIs

28

New Initiatives

Progressive Steps of CM Rupani

33

Gujarat rejoices Narmadawater with PM Modi

With a positive outlook, capability to transform challenges into opportunities and policy intervention, Government of Gujarat has achieved a milestone in water conservation and management in the last one and half decade. For a semi-arid state like Gujarat, water management is a grave issue that cannot be solved within a small time-frame. It requires

visionary approach, meticulous planning and quite a lot of time for its execution. And, Gujarat has done just that. As a result, today Gujarat is number one in the eld of water

management in the entire country.

Culture

Navratri Festival

30

News Shorts40

During his visit to Gujarat, Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi worshipped Goddess

Durga at the Vibrant Gujarat Navratri Festival held at GMDC ground

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Water ConservationWater ConservationWater Conservation

CONTENTS

4

Gujarat Marching Ahead

Water Conservation

Gujarat CelebratesWater Conservation

05

PM’s Message

MANN KI BAAT

12

Cover Story

Swachh Bharat:Fitting Tribute to Bapu

16

Governance

CM holds heart-to-heartInteraction with Divyangjan (October Edition)

26

Youth Empowerment

CM Inaugurates 26 ITIs

28

New Initiatives

Progressive Steps of CM Rupani

33

Gujarat rejoices Narmadawater with PM Modi

With a positive outlook, capability to transform challenges into opportunities and policy intervention, Government of Gujarat has achieved a milestone in water conservation and management in the last one and half decade. For a semi-arid state like Gujarat, water management is a grave issue that cannot be solved within a small time-frame. It requires

visionary approach, meticulous planning and quite a lot of time for its execution. And, Gujarat has done just that. As a result, today Gujarat is number one in the eld of water

management in the entire country.

Culture

Navratri Festival

30

News Shorts40

During his visit to Gujarat, Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi worshipped Goddess

Durga at the Vibrant Gujarat Navratri Festival held at GMDC ground

Gujarat Marching Ahead Gujarat Marching Ahead

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Government of Gujarat invited Hon'ble PM Shri Narendra Modi as the chief guest of this program. Shri Modi worshipped Maa Narmada at the program and then he visited the new tourist attractions being made around the Statue of Unity. Governor of Gujarat Shri Acharya Devvrat, Hon'ble CM Shri Vijay Rupani and Deputy CM Shri Nitinbhai Patel were also present with the Prime Minister.

After visiting the tourist attractions, the PM, CM and Deputy CM graced a public function where people in large numbers were eagerly waiting. Hon'ble CM Shri Vijay Rupani welcomed Hon'ble PM Shri Narendra Modi on the stage, and expressed his gratitude towards PM Modi for his contribution in Sardar Sarovar Dam Project.

As a consequence of state government's efforts and due to bountiful rains this year, water in Sardar Sarovar Dam in Gujarat has reached its maximum storage capacity, i.e. to the height of 138 meters. With Sardar Sarovar Dam storing record water, the state government has secured drinking water for the entire state to last at least a year. This is a moment of achievement and great joy for the people of Gujarat since Narmada river is said to be the lifeline of the state. Gujaratis realize the value of water more than other states as they have faced serious water scarcity a decade back, and are aware of the water struggles of their elders.

In order to mark this huge milestone, Chief Minister Shri Vijay Rupani decided to celebrate this achievement as state level celebration. On 17th September, on the occasion of the birthday of Hon'ble PM Shri Narendra Modi, 'Namami Devi Narmade' Program was organised at Kevadiya in Narmada District.

Gujarat Marching Ahead Gujarat Marching Ahead

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Government of Gujarat invited Hon'ble PM Shri Narendra Modi as the chief guest of this program. Shri Modi worshipped Maa Narmada at the program and then he visited the new tourist attractions being made around the Statue of Unity. Governor of Gujarat Shri Acharya Devvrat, Hon'ble CM Shri Vijay Rupani and Deputy CM Shri Nitinbhai Patel were also present with the Prime Minister.

After visiting the tourist attractions, the PM, CM and Deputy CM graced a public function where people in large numbers were eagerly waiting. Hon'ble CM Shri Vijay Rupani welcomed Hon'ble PM Shri Narendra Modi on the stage, and expressed his gratitude towards PM Modi for his contribution in Sardar Sarovar Dam Project.

As a consequence of state government's efforts and due to bountiful rains this year, water in Sardar Sarovar Dam in Gujarat has reached its maximum storage capacity, i.e. to the height of 138 meters. With Sardar Sarovar Dam storing record water, the state government has secured drinking water for the entire state to last at least a year. This is a moment of achievement and great joy for the people of Gujarat since Narmada river is said to be the lifeline of the state. Gujaratis realize the value of water more than other states as they have faced serious water scarcity a decade back, and are aware of the water struggles of their elders.

In order to mark this huge milestone, Chief Minister Shri Vijay Rupani decided to celebrate this achievement as state level celebration. On 17th September, on the occasion of the birthday of Hon'ble PM Shri Narendra Modi, 'Namami Devi Narmade' Program was organised at Kevadiya in Narmada District.

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Wishing Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi on his birthday CM Shri Vijay Rupani remembered his contribution towards water conservation and water supply in Gujarat. Shri Rupani said, “Sardar Sarovar Dam is lled with water up to its maximum capacity. Today is a historical day when the extra

water of Sardar Sarovar will be released by Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi. Sardar Patel dreamed of Narmada Dam in 1946 and as a result of many efforts made by our Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi, this dream has come true. Namami Devi Narmade programme has become more special as it is being celebrated on the birthday of Hon'ble PM.”

Talking about the importance of Sardar Sarovar Dam, Shri Rupani said, “Maa Narmada and Narmada Yojana has been the lifeline of the state since seven decades. Earlier, water could be stored up to the height of 121 meters in this dam, but now the water storage capacity has been increased up to 138 meters. Because of this, 10 thousand villages, 170 cities and 18.5 lakh hectares of land will get irrigation facilities. The whole country knows that when Shr i Narendrabhai was CM of Gujarat, people who were against Narmada Yojana created so many obstructions. However, within 17 days of becoming the Prime Minister, Shri Narendrabhai gave permission to close the gates of Sardar Sarovar Dam and as a result, today, Gujarat is witnessing this glorious day.”

Shri Modi also remembered the contribution of Sardar Patel in uniting the nation and said, “Sardar Patel is the symbol of Unity and Integrity. India will achieve new heights with his inspirations. 17th September is celebrated as Hyderabad Mukti Divas. Without Sardar Patel's foresight, India would have been facing many problems today.

After the welcome address by CM Shri Vijay Rupani, Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi addressed the people. Shri Modi said, “This huge crowd of people gathered to welcome the large amount of water in River Narmada will give new identity and new height to Kevadiya. Today, the entire state is happy and joyful. Today, the Sardar Sarovar Dam has crossed its maximum water level capacity of 138 meters. Many people h a v e c o n t r i b u t e d i n achieving this milestone and I salute to all of them.”

In his address, Shri Modi also appreciated the efforts made by the Government of Gujarat for irrigation system and supply of drinking water in the state. Shri Modi said, “We are moving forward with the mantra of Development of Gujarat for Development of India.”

Referring to his new campaign of making India free from Plastic by 2022, Shri Modi said, “We all have to come forward to bring complete ban on the single use plastic. Environment is badly affected due to unlimited use of plastic. There is a lot of damage to water and land due to single use plastic. In Kevadiya also, we have to show awareness in this matter.”

Ta l k i n g a b o u t t h e t o u r i s m s p e c i a l i t i e s i n Kevadiya, Shri Modi said, “Development can be achieved with the protection of environment. Kevadiya is the best example of this. Kevadiya has become a tourist attraction for the country and it is a wonderful conuence of natural beauty and use of latest technologies. Here in Kevadiya, electricity is generated through water and it has various tourist attractions like Ekta Nursery, Buttery Park, Cactus Garden and Eco Tourism.”

People of Jammu-Kashmir and Ladakh were facing discrimination for 70 years. Taking inspiration from Sardar Patel, Government of India took the historical decision of abrogating Section 370 and 35A.”

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Wishing Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi on his birthday CM Shri Vijay Rupani remembered his contribution towards water conservation and water supply in Gujarat. Shri Rupani said, “Sardar Sarovar Dam is lled with water up to its maximum capacity. Today is a historical day when the extra

water of Sardar Sarovar will be released by Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi. Sardar Patel dreamed of Narmada Dam in 1946 and as a result of many efforts made by our Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi, this dream has come true. Namami Devi Narmade programme has become more special as it is being celebrated on the birthday of Hon'ble PM.”

Talking about the importance of Sardar Sarovar Dam, Shri Rupani said, “Maa Narmada and Narmada Yojana has been the lifeline of the state since seven decades. Earlier, water could be stored up to the height of 121 meters in this dam, but now the water storage capacity has been increased up to 138 meters. Because of this, 10 thousand villages, 170 cities and 18.5 lakh hectares of land will get irrigation facilities. The whole country knows that when Shr i Narendrabhai was CM of Gujarat, people who were against Narmada Yojana created so many obstructions. However, within 17 days of becoming the Prime Minister, Shri Narendrabhai gave permission to close the gates of Sardar Sarovar Dam and as a result, today, Gujarat is witnessing this glorious day.”

Shri Modi also remembered the contribution of Sardar Patel in uniting the nation and said, “Sardar Patel is the symbol of Unity and Integrity. India will achieve new heights with his inspirations. 17th September is celebrated as Hyderabad Mukti Divas. Without Sardar Patel's foresight, India would have been facing many problems today.

After the welcome address by CM Shri Vijay Rupani, Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi addressed the people. Shri Modi said, “This huge crowd of people gathered to welcome the large amount of water in River Narmada will give new identity and new height to Kevadiya. Today, the entire state is happy and joyful. Today, the Sardar Sarovar Dam has crossed its maximum water level capacity of 138 meters. Many people h a v e c o n t r i b u t e d i n achieving this milestone and I salute to all of them.”

In his address, Shri Modi also appreciated the efforts made by the Government of Gujarat for irrigation system and supply of drinking water in the state. Shri Modi said, “We are moving forward with the mantra of Development of Gujarat for Development of India.”

Referring to his new campaign of making India free from Plastic by 2022, Shri Modi said, “We all have to come forward to bring complete ban on the single use plastic. Environment is badly affected due to unlimited use of plastic. There is a lot of damage to water and land due to single use plastic. In Kevadiya also, we have to show awareness in this matter.”

Ta l k i n g a b o u t t h e t o u r i s m s p e c i a l i t i e s i n Kevadiya, Shri Modi said, “Development can be achieved with the protection of environment. Kevadiya is the best example of this. Kevadiya has become a tourist attraction for the country and it is a wonderful conuence of natural beauty and use of latest technologies. Here in Kevadiya, electricity is generated through water and it has various tourist attractions like Ekta Nursery, Buttery Park, Cactus Garden and Eco Tourism.”

People of Jammu-Kashmir and Ladakh were facing discrimination for 70 years. Taking inspiration from Sardar Patel, Government of India took the historical decision of abrogating Section 370 and 35A.”

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Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi visited Khalwani Eco

Tourism site, River Rafting, Jungle Safari, Cactus Garden, Buttery Garden, Ekta Nursery, Vishwa

Van, Children Nutrition Park and Dutt Mandir.

Prime Minister Narendra

Modi took blessings from his

mother on the occasion of his

69th birthday and had lunch with

her at her residence in

Gandhinagar.

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Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi visited Khalwani Eco

Tourism site, River Rafting, Jungle Safari, Cactus Garden, Buttery Garden, Ekta Nursery, Vishwa

Van, Children Nutrition Park and Dutt Mandir.

Prime Minister Narendra

Modi took blessings from his

mother on the occasion of his

69th birthday and had lunch with

her at her residence in

Gandhinagar.

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Gujarat Marching Ahead

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MANN KI BAAT

In this programme, Shri Narendra Modi pushed for women empowerment and asked people to encourage women. As a part of Fit India, he concluded by urging people to participate in the ‘Run for Unity’ event on Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel’s birth anniversary on October 31.

Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi addressed the nation through his monthly radio broadcast ‘Mann Ki Baat’ on 29th September and conveyed his best wishes for the upcoming festive season. The beginning of Mann Ki Baat was blessed by the legendary Lata Mangeshkar. She featured on the program via a call made by Shri Narendra Modi to wish her on the occasion of her 90th birthday on 28th September. Through the program, Hon’ble Prime Minister urged the youth to stop tobacco consumption, avoid addictions and continue on the journey of ‘Fit India.’ He urged people to get rid of the menace of single-use plastic on Mahatma Gandhi’s 150th birth anniversary on October 2nd.

SPREADING HUMANITY

THIS FESTIVE SEASON

DAUGHTERS OF

THE NATION

Ÿ Prime Minister Modi asked the people of the

nation to welcome Goddess Laxmi by felicitating

numerous daughters of the nation who, through

their perseverance, diligence and talent have

brought glory to their families, society and the

country.

Ÿ Our society must recognize such daughters,

honor them and feel proud of them. In order to

do this, the Prime Minister urged people to

celebrate Diwali by celebrating the skills and

s t r e n g t h s o f N a r i S h a k t i t h r o u g h

#BharatKiLakshmi, which will enable them to be

highlighted on social media.

Ÿ Shri Narendra Modi suggested people to give

away items that are in excess, good condition

and no longer needed. He spoke about NGOs in

various cities that collect clothes, sweets, food

from homes and deliver them to the deprived.

PM MODI URGES PEOPLE

TO HEAR THE SPEECH OF

DANIIL MEDVEDEVŸ PM Modi said that he heard the speech and

watched the match of Daniil Medvedev. 'Sheer

simplicity and maturity displayed by Medvedev

touched everyone. It surely stirred me. He

won hearts with humility and simplicity; an

epitome of spirit of sportsmanship in truest

sense. If you haven’t heard Medvedev’s speech

yet, I shall urge you, especially young friends to

watch this video. It holds much for people

across the age and class spectra to see and

learn,' he said.

Ÿ With the festivals just around the corner, Prime

Minister wished the people of the country to

celebrate Navaratri Mahotsava, Garba, Durga

Puja, Dussehra, Diwali, Bhaiya Dooj, Chhath

Puja by helping the deprived.

MANN KI

BAAT

In September ’s Mann Ki Baat,

Prime Minister Narendra Modi read a

letter from a student from Arunachal

Pradesh, Aleena Taayang. She wrote to

the Prime Minister that she couldn’t

read ‘Exam Warriors’ (written by Shri

Narendra Modi) before her exams but

when she read it after the exams, she

drew that she could’ve benetted if she

had read it earlier. She said that despite

liking quite a few aspects of this book,

she felt that it lacked mantras for

parents and teachers. She suggested

that Shri Modi should add few mantras

for parents and teachers in the new

edition of the book.

In response to this letter, Shri

Narendra Modi said that he was

thankful to his young friends for reading

exam warriors and promised to try to

write something concerning the parents

and teachers as well in the new edition.

He also asked students, teachers, and

parents to share experiences and

suggestions for stress-free exams.

PM’s MessagePM’s MessagePM’s Message

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Gujarat Marching Ahead

13

MANN KI BAAT

In this programme, Shri Narendra Modi pushed for women empowerment and asked people to encourage women. As a part of Fit India, he concluded by urging people to participate in the ‘Run for Unity’ event on Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel’s birth anniversary on October 31.

Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi addressed the nation through his monthly radio broadcast ‘Mann Ki Baat’ on 29th September and conveyed his best wishes for the upcoming festive season. The beginning of Mann Ki Baat was blessed by the legendary Lata Mangeshkar. She featured on the program via a call made by Shri Narendra Modi to wish her on the occasion of her 90th birthday on 28th September. Through the program, Hon’ble Prime Minister urged the youth to stop tobacco consumption, avoid addictions and continue on the journey of ‘Fit India.’ He urged people to get rid of the menace of single-use plastic on Mahatma Gandhi’s 150th birth anniversary on October 2nd.

SPREADING HUMANITY

THIS FESTIVE SEASON

DAUGHTERS OF

THE NATION

Ÿ Prime Minister Modi asked the people of the

nation to welcome Goddess Laxmi by felicitating

numerous daughters of the nation who, through

their perseverance, diligence and talent have

brought glory to their families, society and the

country.

Ÿ Our society must recognize such daughters,

honor them and feel proud of them. In order to

do this, the Prime Minister urged people to

celebrate Diwali by celebrating the skills and

s t r e n g t h s o f N a r i S h a k t i t h r o u g h

#BharatKiLakshmi, which will enable them to be

highlighted on social media.

Ÿ Shri Narendra Modi suggested people to give

away items that are in excess, good condition

and no longer needed. He spoke about NGOs in

various cities that collect clothes, sweets, food

from homes and deliver them to the deprived.

PM MODI URGES PEOPLE

TO HEAR THE SPEECH OF

DANIIL MEDVEDEVŸ PM Modi said that he heard the speech and

watched the match of Daniil Medvedev. 'Sheer

simplicity and maturity displayed by Medvedev

touched everyone. It surely stirred me. He

won hearts with humility and simplicity; an

epitome of spirit of sportsmanship in truest

sense. If you haven’t heard Medvedev’s speech

yet, I shall urge you, especially young friends to

watch this video. It holds much for people

across the age and class spectra to see and

learn,' he said.

Ÿ With the festivals just around the corner, Prime

Minister wished the people of the country to

celebrate Navaratri Mahotsava, Garba, Durga

Puja, Dussehra, Diwali, Bhaiya Dooj, Chhath

Puja by helping the deprived.

MANN KI

BAAT

In September ’s Mann Ki Baat,

Prime Minister Narendra Modi read a

letter from a student from Arunachal

Pradesh, Aleena Taayang. She wrote to

the Prime Minister that she couldn’t

read ‘Exam Warriors’ (written by Shri

Narendra Modi) before her exams but

when she read it after the exams, she

drew that she could’ve benetted if she

had read it earlier. She said that despite

liking quite a few aspects of this book,

she felt that it lacked mantras for

parents and teachers. She suggested

that Shri Modi should add few mantras

for parents and teachers in the new

edition of the book.

In response to this letter, Shri

Narendra Modi said that he was

thankful to his young friends for reading

exam warriors and promised to try to

write something concerning the parents

and teachers as well in the new edition.

He also asked students, teachers, and

parents to share experiences and

suggestions for stress-free exams.

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RID THE COUNTRY OF SINGLE-USE PLASTIC

Ÿ Shri Narendra Modi had called out the nation in one of the largest movements of India in his Independence day speech at Red Fort in 2014. Realising the need for “Clean India – Prosperous India”, he asked the nation to participate in making India clean through “Swachh Bharat Abhiyan”. He had envisioned a cleaner India by the 150th Birth Anniversary of Mahatma Gandhi.

Ÿ In his September’s Mann Ki Baat, PM Modi said that it is a matter of pride for India, that on Gandhiji’s 150th birth anniversary, our 130 crore

BANNING E-CIGARETTES

IN THE COUNTRYŸ The Prime Minister congratulated the citizens of

India, especially Christian brothers and sisters on the achievement of Sister Mariam Thresia being declared a saint by His Holiness Pope Francis in Vatican City on 13th October.

Ÿ Government of India has recently banned e-

cigarettes. Shri Narendra Modi took Mann Ki

Baat as an opportunity to spread awareness

regarding the harmful effects of tobacco and

addiction. People who consume tobacco are

vulnerable to high-risk diseases like cancer,

diabetes, blood pressure, etc. He spoke about a

myth associated with e-cigarette, that it is not as

harmful as typical cigarette. In an e-cigarette, the

heating of nicotine-containing uids creates a

type of chemical smoke and this is the pathway

through which nicotine is consumed. While we

all understand the dangers of common

cigarettes, a misconception has been generated

about e-cigarettes, but it is equally or even more

dangerous.

POPE FRANCIS TO DECLARE SISTER MARIAM

THRESIA A SAINT

Ÿ India has been the birthplace of extraordinary people and the land of karma. Shri Narendra Modi in September’s Mann Ki Baat spoke about Sister Mariam Thresia, who has rendered service in the elds of education and social service. She has also built many schools, hostels, orphanages

and founded the Congregation of the Sisters of the Holy Family which continues to work based on her life’s philosophy and mission.

Ÿ He spoke about one such citizen who is contributing to this campaign in a different way. A young man, named Mr. Ripudaman Belviji is making a unique effort by attempting plogging which is an amalgamation of jogging and picking up litter on your way. Following the tradition, the Ministry of Sports is organizing a ‘Fit India Plogging Run’. Through this marathon, both health and environment will be benetted.

MAHATMA GANDHI’S

150TH BIRTH

ANNIVERSARY

Ÿ On the occasion of 150th birth anniversary of Mahatma Gandhi, India celebrated ‘Gandhi 150’. Through ‘Gandhi 150’, 130 crore Indians have pledged to put an end to the menace of Single-Use Plastic. With regard to this, Shri Narendra Modi said, “India has taken a step towards environmental protection and has become a model for other countries.”

Ÿ World Tourism Day celebrated on 27th

September brought good news for the nation as

India jumped from 65th rank to 34th in the Travel

& Tourism Competitive Index in the last 5 years.

Cooperation, understanding the importance of

tourism and Swachata Abhiyan has played a big

role in this achievement.

countrymen have pledged to get rid of the menace of single-use plastic in addition to continuing the mission of Swachh Bharat.

144TH BIRTH

ANNIVERSARY OF

SARDAR VALLABHBHAI

PATEL

Ÿ On the occasion of Independence Day 2019, Shri

Narendra Modi had urged the citizens to travel to

15 tourist destinations in India by 2022 to observe,

understand and experience India’s diversity and he

reiterated the same with the onset of holidays

during festivals in September’s episode.

Ÿ 31st October is celebrated as the birth

anniversary of Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel and

since ‘Ek Bharat Shreshtha Bharat’ is India’s

dream, a ‘Run for Unity’ will be organized for

fostering unison in the country on this

occassion.

TOURISM: EXPLORING

INDIA’S DIVERSITY

While concluding his radio programme, Shri

Narendra Modi wished the citizens to have a safe

Diwali. He reckoned festivals to bring communities

together and ensure collectiveness. Along with

festivals, he asked the citizens to celebrate renewed

dreams and resolutions.

MANN KI

BAAT

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RID THE COUNTRY OF SINGLE-USE PLASTIC

Ÿ Shri Narendra Modi had called out the nation in one of the largest movements of India in his Independence day speech at Red Fort in 2014. Realising the need for “Clean India – Prosperous India”, he asked the nation to participate in making India clean through “Swachh Bharat Abhiyan”. He had envisioned a cleaner India by the 150th Birth Anniversary of Mahatma Gandhi.

Ÿ In his September’s Mann Ki Baat, PM Modi said that it is a matter of pride for India, that on Gandhiji’s 150th birth anniversary, our 130 crore

BANNING E-CIGARETTES

IN THE COUNTRYŸ The Prime Minister congratulated the citizens of

India, especially Christian brothers and sisters on the achievement of Sister Mariam Thresia being declared a saint by His Holiness Pope Francis in Vatican City on 13th October.

Ÿ Government of India has recently banned e-

cigarettes. Shri Narendra Modi took Mann Ki

Baat as an opportunity to spread awareness

regarding the harmful effects of tobacco and

addiction. People who consume tobacco are

vulnerable to high-risk diseases like cancer,

diabetes, blood pressure, etc. He spoke about a

myth associated with e-cigarette, that it is not as

harmful as typical cigarette. In an e-cigarette, the

heating of nicotine-containing uids creates a

type of chemical smoke and this is the pathway

through which nicotine is consumed. While we

all understand the dangers of common

cigarettes, a misconception has been generated

about e-cigarettes, but it is equally or even more

dangerous.

POPE FRANCIS TO DECLARE SISTER MARIAM

THRESIA A SAINT

Ÿ India has been the birthplace of extraordinary people and the land of karma. Shri Narendra Modi in September’s Mann Ki Baat spoke about Sister Mariam Thresia, who has rendered service in the elds of education and social service. She has also built many schools, hostels, orphanages

and founded the Congregation of the Sisters of the Holy Family which continues to work based on her life’s philosophy and mission.

Ÿ He spoke about one such citizen who is contributing to this campaign in a different way. A young man, named Mr. Ripudaman Belviji is making a unique effort by attempting plogging which is an amalgamation of jogging and picking up litter on your way. Following the tradition, the Ministry of Sports is organizing a ‘Fit India Plogging Run’. Through this marathon, both health and environment will be benetted.

MAHATMA GANDHI’S

150TH BIRTH

ANNIVERSARY

Ÿ On the occasion of 150th birth anniversary of Mahatma Gandhi, India celebrated ‘Gandhi 150’. Through ‘Gandhi 150’, 130 crore Indians have pledged to put an end to the menace of Single-Use Plastic. With regard to this, Shri Narendra Modi said, “India has taken a step towards environmental protection and has become a model for other countries.”

Ÿ World Tourism Day celebrated on 27th

September brought good news for the nation as

India jumped from 65th rank to 34th in the Travel

& Tourism Competitive Index in the last 5 years.

Cooperation, understanding the importance of

tourism and Swachata Abhiyan has played a big

role in this achievement.

countrymen have pledged to get rid of the menace of single-use plastic in addition to continuing the mission of Swachh Bharat.

144TH BIRTH

ANNIVERSARY OF

SARDAR VALLABHBHAI

PATEL

Ÿ On the occasion of Independence Day 2019, Shri

Narendra Modi had urged the citizens to travel to

15 tourist destinations in India by 2022 to observe,

understand and experience India’s diversity and he

reiterated the same with the onset of holidays

during festivals in September’s episode.

Ÿ 31st October is celebrated as the birth

anniversary of Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel and

since ‘Ek Bharat Shreshtha Bharat’ is India’s

dream, a ‘Run for Unity’ will be organized for

fostering unison in the country on this

occassion.

TOURISM: EXPLORING

INDIA’S DIVERSITY

While concluding his radio programme, Shri

Narendra Modi wished the citizens to have a safe

Diwali. He reckoned festivals to bring communities

together and ensure collectiveness. Along with

festivals, he asked the citizens to celebrate renewed

dreams and resolutions.

MANN KI

BAAT

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Gujarat celebrates Mahatma Gandhi’s 150th BirthAnniversary with a resolve of Swachh Bharat

Cleanliness is an important aspect of any civilized society, without which the concept of social life is incomplete. Indian culture has taught lessons of human civilization to the whole world for centuries

and cleanliness has been an integral part of these civilizations.

But today in this modern era, India has gone back due to continuous foreign invasions and the subjugation of India by the British. Such episodes of history have distorted our social structure to

such an extent that even after 70 years of independence, we are still engaged in building back what has been lost. Hence, making India clean is an important part of the nation’s social reforms.

(Prime Minister Narendra Modi declares rural India free from Open-Defecation)

After 5 years of dedicated efforts, the dream of Swachh Bharat has nally come true. On 2nd October 2019, while paying tribute to Mahatma Gandhi on his 150th birth anniversary, Prime

Minister Shri Narendra Modi declared India free from open defecation in his speech in Gujarat. This new and clean India is a gift from Shri Modi to Gandhi Ji.

Uncleanliness became a normality for the nation due to negligence of previous governments as none of them took any major steps towards improving the social standards of the country.

Under this campaign, the aims were to make cities and villages free from open-defecation, spreading awareness against littering in public places and to make every household clean. This initiative by the Prime Minister was appraised by the entire nation and everyone from children to senior citizens, youth, leaders to actors, urban-rural citizens, social service organizations and state governments came together to take a step forward towards making India clean with the slogan of 'One step towards cleanliness'.

Although this achievement was not an easy journey, the support and contribution of 130 crore people and the inspiration from Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi made India capable of achieving this in a stipulated time. With the success of Swachh Bharat Abhiyan in such a short time, we can say that this new India has fully adopted cleanliness.

It is very unfortunate that Mahatma Gandhi who is revered as the “Father of the nation”, wasn’t respected for his ideals about cleanliness. Mahatma Gandhi used to say that he yearns for cleanliness as much as he yearns for independence. Hence, to fulll this dream of Mahatma Gandhi and instill cleanliness as a habit among people, Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi launched Swachh Bharat Abhiyan on 2nd October 2014.

On 2nd October 2014, Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi had launched Swachh Bharat Abhiyan on Mahatma Gandhi’s birth anniversary. This initiative is also known as Swachhta Abhiyan. The campaign was launched on the occasion of the 145th birth anniversary of Mahatma Gandhi, with the aim of making India an open-defecation free country by his 150th birth anniversary.

On 2nd October 2014, Shri Modi called upon the entire nation from Rajghat, New Delhi, to change the visage of India on cleanliness by making it a mass movement and for this, children, seniors, politicians, social workers, writers, journalists, artists and sportspersons of various disciplines, people of all classes, regions, religions, and creeds will be needed.

Beginning of Swachh Bharat Abhiyan

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Gujarat celebrates Mahatma Gandhi’s 150th BirthAnniversary with a resolve of Swachh Bharat

Cleanliness is an important aspect of any civilized society, without which the concept of social life is incomplete. Indian culture has taught lessons of human civilization to the whole world for centuries

and cleanliness has been an integral part of these civilizations.

But today in this modern era, India has gone back due to continuous foreign invasions and the subjugation of India by the British. Such episodes of history have distorted our social structure to

such an extent that even after 70 years of independence, we are still engaged in building back what has been lost. Hence, making India clean is an important part of the nation’s social reforms.

(Prime Minister Narendra Modi declares rural India free from Open-Defecation)

After 5 years of dedicated efforts, the dream of Swachh Bharat has nally come true. On 2nd October 2019, while paying tribute to Mahatma Gandhi on his 150th birth anniversary, Prime

Minister Shri Narendra Modi declared India free from open defecation in his speech in Gujarat. This new and clean India is a gift from Shri Modi to Gandhi Ji.

Uncleanliness became a normality for the nation due to negligence of previous governments as none of them took any major steps towards improving the social standards of the country.

Under this campaign, the aims were to make cities and villages free from open-defecation, spreading awareness against littering in public places and to make every household clean. This initiative by the Prime Minister was appraised by the entire nation and everyone from children to senior citizens, youth, leaders to actors, urban-rural citizens, social service organizations and state governments came together to take a step forward towards making India clean with the slogan of 'One step towards cleanliness'.

Although this achievement was not an easy journey, the support and contribution of 130 crore people and the inspiration from Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi made India capable of achieving this in a stipulated time. With the success of Swachh Bharat Abhiyan in such a short time, we can say that this new India has fully adopted cleanliness.

It is very unfortunate that Mahatma Gandhi who is revered as the “Father of the nation”, wasn’t respected for his ideals about cleanliness. Mahatma Gandhi used to say that he yearns for cleanliness as much as he yearns for independence. Hence, to fulll this dream of Mahatma Gandhi and instill cleanliness as a habit among people, Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi launched Swachh Bharat Abhiyan on 2nd October 2014.

On 2nd October 2014, Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi had launched Swachh Bharat Abhiyan on Mahatma Gandhi’s birth anniversary. This initiative is also known as Swachhta Abhiyan. The campaign was launched on the occasion of the 145th birth anniversary of Mahatma Gandhi, with the aim of making India an open-defecation free country by his 150th birth anniversary.

On 2nd October 2014, Shri Modi called upon the entire nation from Rajghat, New Delhi, to change the visage of India on cleanliness by making it a mass movement and for this, children, seniors, politicians, social workers, writers, journalists, artists and sportspersons of various disciplines, people of all classes, regions, religions, and creeds will be needed.

Beginning of Swachh Bharat Abhiyan

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On 2nd October 2014, Prime Minister Shri

Narendra Modi took a pledge that on the occasion

of 150th birth anniversary of Mahatma Gandhi, India

will be made free from open defecation. It is a matter

of pride for us that after 5 years, on 2nd October

2019, Prime Minister Narendra Modi arrived in

Gujarat to pay tribute to Mahatma Gandhi in the

form of Swachh Bharat. This day was indeed special

for the nation, but since Gujarat is the birthplace and

Karmabhoomi of Gandhi Ji, it became even special

for the people of Gujarat. The different celebrations

from Gandhiji's birthplace Porbandar to his

Karmabhoomi Ahmedabad increased the

enthusiasm for this celebration. The arrival of Prime

Minister Shri Narendra Modi in Gujarat and the state

being chosen as the platform to declare India free

from open-defecation fuelled the enthusiasm of

every Gujarati. Government of Gujarat had made

grand preparations for the event. Chief Minister

Shri Vijay Rupani himself took care of the

preparations and ensured that everything was up

to the mark. Along with regional programs,

20,000 sarpanch (10,000 sarpanch(swachagrahi)

from Gujarat and 10,000 sarpanch swachagrahi

f rom Uttar Pradesh, Bihar, Maharashtra,

Rajasthan, Madhya Pradesh, Chhattisgarh, Punjab,

Haryana, and other states, as well as union

territories, graced the program.

On 2nd October, Prime Minister Narendra

Modi visited the Gandhi Ashram and paid

tribute to Mahatma Gandhi. On this occasion,

Shri Modi introduced coins of Rs.150. After

visiting Gandhi Ashram, Shri Modi arrived at a

function organized at the riverfront built on the

banks of the Sabarmati river where 20,000

Sarpanchs, as well as swarm of citizens of

Gujarat, welcomed him. The people were

joyous to see their leader.

Shri Modi further stated in his address, “Women, an integral part of the society have contributed largely to this campaign. With construction of toilets in the villages, there has been betterment in sanitation and health. Bapu had dreamed of an India with efcient governance, and today we have achieved that. But it is not appropriate to be satised here itself. The resolution of Swachh Bharat should continue unabated and I am condent that India will continue to do so.”

While concluding, Shri Modi appealed to the citizens to contribute to freeing the country from single-use plastics by 2022.

On the occasion of the Swachh Bharat Divas organized to commemorate the 150th birth anniversary of Gandhi Ji at Sabarmati riverfront built on the banks of the Sabarmati River, Shri Narendra Modi addressed the sarpanch and cleaners from across the country by saying, "You have worked hard for ve consecutive years to fulll Bapu's dream of clean India.” Referring to Mahatma Gandhi's ideologies on cleanliness, Shri Modi said, “Mahatma Gandhi was the torchbearer of cleanliness. Cleanliness was everything for him. Hence, we must dedicate ourselves to New India by creating a clean, healthy, strong and prosperous country.” Referring to a nation free from open defecation, Shri Modi further said “this success is not just for any person, Chief Minister or Prime Minister, but it is a result of the efforts of 130 crore citizens. Just like lakhs of Satyagrahis would dedicate themselves to the freedom of the nation on

Bapu’s call, similarly, cleaners throughout the country have made this public campaign successful. Bapu always said, be the change you want to see in the world. Adopting the same mantra, India has undertaken this mission.”

Gujarat celebrates Swachh Bharat Divas with grandeur

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On 2nd October 2014, Prime Minister Shri

Narendra Modi took a pledge that on the occasion

of 150th birth anniversary of Mahatma Gandhi, India

will be made free from open defecation. It is a matter

of pride for us that after 5 years, on 2nd October

2019, Prime Minister Narendra Modi arrived in

Gujarat to pay tribute to Mahatma Gandhi in the

form of Swachh Bharat. This day was indeed special

for the nation, but since Gujarat is the birthplace and

Karmabhoomi of Gandhi Ji, it became even special

for the people of Gujarat. The different celebrations

from Gandhiji's birthplace Porbandar to his

Karmabhoomi Ahmedabad increased the

enthusiasm for this celebration. The arrival of Prime

Minister Shri Narendra Modi in Gujarat and the state

being chosen as the platform to declare India free

from open-defecation fuelled the enthusiasm of

every Gujarati. Government of Gujarat had made

grand preparations for the event. Chief Minister

Shri Vijay Rupani himself took care of the

preparations and ensured that everything was up

to the mark. Along with regional programs,

20,000 sarpanch (10,000 sarpanch(swachagrahi)

from Gujarat and 10,000 sarpanch swachagrahi

f rom Uttar Pradesh, Bihar, Maharashtra,

Rajasthan, Madhya Pradesh, Chhattisgarh, Punjab,

Haryana, and other states, as well as union

territories, graced the program.

On 2nd October, Prime Minister Narendra

Modi visited the Gandhi Ashram and paid

tribute to Mahatma Gandhi. On this occasion,

Shri Modi introduced coins of Rs.150. After

visiting Gandhi Ashram, Shri Modi arrived at a

function organized at the riverfront built on the

banks of the Sabarmati river where 20,000

Sarpanchs, as well as swarm of citizens of

Gujarat, welcomed him. The people were

joyous to see their leader.

Shri Modi further stated in his address, “Women, an integral part of the society have contributed largely to this campaign. With construction of toilets in the villages, there has been betterment in sanitation and health. Bapu had dreamed of an India with efcient governance, and today we have achieved that. But it is not appropriate to be satised here itself. The resolution of Swachh Bharat should continue unabated and I am condent that India will continue to do so.”

While concluding, Shri Modi appealed to the citizens to contribute to freeing the country from single-use plastics by 2022.

On the occasion of the Swachh Bharat Divas organized to commemorate the 150th birth anniversary of Gandhi Ji at Sabarmati riverfront built on the banks of the Sabarmati River, Shri Narendra Modi addressed the sarpanch and cleaners from across the country by saying, "You have worked hard for ve consecutive years to fulll Bapu's dream of clean India.” Referring to Mahatma Gandhi's ideologies on cleanliness, Shri Modi said, “Mahatma Gandhi was the torchbearer of cleanliness. Cleanliness was everything for him. Hence, we must dedicate ourselves to New India by creating a clean, healthy, strong and prosperous country.” Referring to a nation free from open defecation, Shri Modi further said “this success is not just for any person, Chief Minister or Prime Minister, but it is a result of the efforts of 130 crore citizens. Just like lakhs of Satyagrahis would dedicate themselves to the freedom of the nation on

Bapu’s call, similarly, cleaners throughout the country have made this public campaign successful. Bapu always said, be the change you want to see in the world. Adopting the same mantra, India has undertaken this mission.”

Gujarat celebrates Swachh Bharat Divas with grandeur

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Talking about the global importance of

cleanliness, Chief Minister Vijay Rupani said, “it is a matter of pride for all of us, that countries that once thought of India to be a country of uncleanliness and snake charmers, is now pursuing the ideals of cleanliness used by India.”

Before Shri Narendra Modi’s speech, Chief Minister Shri Vijay Rupani welcomed the Prime minister amidst loud applause from the audience. During his speech, Shri Rupani spoke about Gujarat’s contribution towards cleanliness and their determination towards it. In his address, Shri Rupani said, “Mahatma Gandhi gave the nation the mantra of cleanliness. The son of the nation and Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi molded this mantra into a social campaign that became a mass movement. And today we celebrate the results of this campaign. It is a matter of pride for us that the declaration of India as an open-defecation free country is coming from the land of Gujarat.”

Talking about Gujarat’s contribution to Swachh Bharat Abhiyan, Shri Rupani said, “Gujarat was the rst state to declare itself as open-defecation free state. In the past three years, more than 3 thousand crore rupees have been invested in fullling the dream of Swachh Bharat. More than 33.50 l a k h t o i l e t s w e r e constructed in the villages of Gujarat. L ikewise, villages have been made cleaner by bringing more efciency in solid waste management.”

Ÿ Presence of 20 thousand sarpanch and cleaners.

Some important details of the Swachh Bharat Divas Program

Ÿ More than 5.99 lakh villages, 699 districts, 35 states and union territories in the country are free from open-defecation.

Ÿ 18,261 villages, 14,057 gram panchayats, 247 blocks, and 33 districts are free from open-defecation in Gujarat.

Ÿ On this occasion, Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi honoured and felicitated cleaners from various states of the country.

Ÿ In the essay writing competition organized on the topic 'Letter to Bapu', S Vishwa of Puducherry was awarded the rst prize in the category of children from rst to sixth grade. Similarly, Sen Savio Fernandes of Goa received the rst prize in the category of children from sixth to twelfth grade.

Ÿ Various states were awarded under the Rural Sanitation Survey-2019. In which, Kareena Khatun of Chhattisgarh and Lameliniti of Meghalaya were awarded Best cleaners award. At the same time, Sarpanch Sharmila Devi of Basdila Khas village in Bihar and Sonaliben, sarpanch of Tawasi village, Maharashtra were felicitated with awards.

Ÿ Saiyar Chaudhary from Mumbai was awarded for special innovation of easy-toilets for the differently-abled.

Felicitation for cleaners

Ÿ Peddapalli district of Telangana was awarded the best district under the Cleanliness Survey (Swachh Sarvekshan)-2019. Uttar Pradesh received the highest public participation award, which was accepted by the state's Panchayat Minister. In addition, Tamil Nadu was awarded the Best State Award.

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Talking about the global importance of

cleanliness, Chief Minister Vijay Rupani said, “it is a matter of pride for all of us, that countries that once thought of India to be a country of uncleanliness and snake charmers, is now pursuing the ideals of cleanliness used by India.”

Before Shri Narendra Modi’s speech, Chief Minister Shri Vijay Rupani welcomed the Prime minister amidst loud applause from the audience. During his speech, Shri Rupani spoke about Gujarat’s contribution towards cleanliness and their determination towards it. In his address, Shri Rupani said, “Mahatma Gandhi gave the nation the mantra of cleanliness. The son of the nation and Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi molded this mantra into a social campaign that became a mass movement. And today we celebrate the results of this campaign. It is a matter of pride for us that the declaration of India as an open-defecation free country is coming from the land of Gujarat.”

Talking about Gujarat’s contribution to Swachh Bharat Abhiyan, Shri Rupani said, “Gujarat was the rst state to declare itself as open-defecation free state. In the past three years, more than 3 thousand crore rupees have been invested in fullling the dream of Swachh Bharat. More than 33.50 l a k h t o i l e t s w e r e constructed in the villages of Gujarat. L ikewise, villages have been made cleaner by bringing more efciency in solid waste management.”

Ÿ Presence of 20 thousand sarpanch and cleaners.

Some important details of the Swachh Bharat Divas Program

Ÿ More than 5.99 lakh villages, 699 districts, 35 states and union territories in the country are free from open-defecation.

Ÿ 18,261 villages, 14,057 gram panchayats, 247 blocks, and 33 districts are free from open-defecation in Gujarat.

Ÿ On this occasion, Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi honoured and felicitated cleaners from various states of the country.

Ÿ In the essay writing competition organized on the topic 'Letter to Bapu', S Vishwa of Puducherry was awarded the rst prize in the category of children from rst to sixth grade. Similarly, Sen Savio Fernandes of Goa received the rst prize in the category of children from sixth to twelfth grade.

Ÿ Various states were awarded under the Rural Sanitation Survey-2019. In which, Kareena Khatun of Chhattisgarh and Lameliniti of Meghalaya were awarded Best cleaners award. At the same time, Sarpanch Sharmila Devi of Basdila Khas village in Bihar and Sonaliben, sarpanch of Tawasi village, Maharashtra were felicitated with awards.

Ÿ Saiyar Chaudhary from Mumbai was awarded for special innovation of easy-toilets for the differently-abled.

Felicitation for cleaners

Ÿ Peddapalli district of Telangana was awarded the best district under the Cleanliness Survey (Swachh Sarvekshan)-2019. Uttar Pradesh received the highest public participation award, which was accepted by the state's Panchayat Minister. In addition, Tamil Nadu was awarded the Best State Award.

We should follow the path laid by Bapu, full and live the dreams Bapu once dreamt of. We must empower the nation through our collective contributions and dedicate our thoughts to the country, in its interest and these thoughts shall direct us till the end, with this hope and belief,

Narendra Modi

2-10-2019

Today, I am gratied that on the occasion of Mahatma Gandhi’s 150th birth anniversary, Sabarmati Ashram is also witnessing the fulllment of Bapu’s dream of Swachh Bharat. I consider myself fortunate that I am present here on the occasion when India has achieved the status of being open-defecation free.We may not have had the opportunity to follow Bapu in the freedom movement, but it is our duty to follow the path shown by him. The mantra of public participation professed by him has reached every nook and corner of the country. This power of public participation has given us infallible measures to achieve challenging goals rapidly.

Sabarmati Ashram is a journey of resolution to accomplishment. Bapu had pledged that he would not return to the ashram until the country was free. The ashram has witnessed this resolution turning into an accomplishment.

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Message recorded by the

Prime Minister in the visitor's book

of Sabarmati Ashram

We should follow the path laid by Bapu, full and live the dreams Bapu once dreamt of. We must empower the nation through our collective contributions and dedicate our thoughts to the country, in its interest and these thoughts shall direct us till the end, with this hope and belief,

Narendra Modi

2-10-2019

Today, I am gratied that on the occasion of Mahatma Gandhi’s 150th birth anniversary, Sabarmati Ashram is also witnessing the fulllment of Bapu’s dream of Swachh Bharat. I consider myself fortunate that I am present here on the occasion when India has achieved the status of being open-defecation free.We may not have had the opportunity to follow Bapu in the freedom movement, but it is our duty to follow the path shown by him. The mantra of public participation professed by him has reached every nook and corner of the country. This power of public participation has given us infallible measures to achieve challenging goals rapidly.

Sabarmati Ashram is a journey of resolution to accomplishment. Bapu had pledged that he would not return to the ashram until the country was free. The ashram has witnessed this resolution turning into an accomplishment.

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Message recorded by the

Prime Minister in the visitor's book

of Sabarmati Ashram

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On 2nd October 2019, Chief Minister Shri Vijay Rupani attended the Sarvadharma prayer meeting at Kirtimandir in Porbandar which is the birthplace of Gandhi Ji. District In-charge Minister Shri Jawaharbhai Chavda, Katha reader Shri Rameshbhai Oza and other social dignitaries were also present along with the Chief Minister. On this occasion, Shri Vijay Rupani made an announcement to start environmental laboratories to spread awareness regarding the environment in primary as well as secondary schools of the state and encourage thinking in the interest of environment inspired by Bapu himself.

After paying tribute to Mahatma Gandhi at the Kirti Mandir on the occasion of 150th birth anniversary of Bapu, Chief Minister Shri Vijay Rupani undertook shramdaan at Chaupati in Porbandar as part of 'Swachhata Hi Seva' campaign inspired by Gandhi Ji’s ideologies and spread the message of cleanliness all over Gujarat.

In the meantime, in order to fulll Bapu's dream of a Swachh Bharat, a swearing-in ceremony was organized in the process of making Gujarat plastic-free from October 2nd 2019 under Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi's Plastic Free India campaign. Along with the Chief Minister, dignitaries, ofcials, school children, and citizens took oath to maintain cleanliness. The oath of, ‘I will not litter, nor would I let anyone else litter’, 'I will not use plates, bowls, glasses and bottles made of plastic', ‘I will conserve environment by making home, locality, village, city, garden, state and country plastic-free’ was administered by the Chief Minister.

On 2nd October, Mahatma Gandhi’s 150th birth anniversary, Chief Minister Shri Vijay Rupani on inauguration of

the rst riverfront of Saurashtra on the Asmavati river in Porbandar, said that along with the provision of basic

amenities in the cities of Gujarat, the physical and mental well-being of the urban people as well their happiness index

has to be increased. Shri Rupani said that Gujarat has given priority to water and the environment. He gave information

regarding the success of various schemes like desalination of saline water to potable water, lling of 58 dams with

Narmada water under Saurashtra-Narmada Avataran Irrigation Yojana (SAUNI Yojana) and progressively working

towards lling remaining dams, recycling, and water harvesting policy. He also said that this year we will benet from

Sujalam Suam Abhiyan. With a long term plan laid for water management, Gujarat will now become a water surplus

state after attaining surplus electricity.

Referring to the development work progressing effectively in Gujarat, Shri Rupani said that Gujarat will establish

new dimensions on its journey towards New India which is the far-sightedness of Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi.

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On 2nd October 2019, Chief Minister Shri Vijay Rupani attended the Sarvadharma prayer meeting at Kirtimandir in Porbandar which is the birthplace of Gandhi Ji. District In-charge Minister Shri Jawaharbhai Chavda, Katha reader Shri Rameshbhai Oza and other social dignitaries were also present along with the Chief Minister. On this occasion, Shri Vijay Rupani made an announcement to start environmental laboratories to spread awareness regarding the environment in primary as well as secondary schools of the state and encourage thinking in the interest of environment inspired by Bapu himself.

After paying tribute to Mahatma Gandhi at the Kirti Mandir on the occasion of 150th birth anniversary of Bapu, Chief Minister Shri Vijay Rupani undertook shramdaan at Chaupati in Porbandar as part of 'Swachhata Hi Seva' campaign inspired by Gandhi Ji’s ideologies and spread the message of cleanliness all over Gujarat.

In the meantime, in order to fulll Bapu's dream of a Swachh Bharat, a swearing-in ceremony was organized in the process of making Gujarat plastic-free from October 2nd 2019 under Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi's Plastic Free India campaign. Along with the Chief Minister, dignitaries, ofcials, school children, and citizens took oath to maintain cleanliness. The oath of, ‘I will not litter, nor would I let anyone else litter’, 'I will not use plates, bowls, glasses and bottles made of plastic', ‘I will conserve environment by making home, locality, village, city, garden, state and country plastic-free’ was administered by the Chief Minister.

On 2nd October, Mahatma Gandhi’s 150th birth anniversary, Chief Minister Shri Vijay Rupani on inauguration of

the rst riverfront of Saurashtra on the Asmavati river in Porbandar, said that along with the provision of basic

amenities in the cities of Gujarat, the physical and mental well-being of the urban people as well their happiness index

has to be increased. Shri Rupani said that Gujarat has given priority to water and the environment. He gave information

regarding the success of various schemes like desalination of saline water to potable water, lling of 58 dams with

Narmada water under Saurashtra-Narmada Avataran Irrigation Yojana (SAUNI Yojana) and progressively working

towards lling remaining dams, recycling, and water harvesting policy. He also said that this year we will benet from

Sujalam Suam Abhiyan. With a long term plan laid for water management, Gujarat will now become a water surplus

state after attaining surplus electricity.

Referring to the development work progressing effectively in Gujarat, Shri Rupani said that Gujarat will establish

new dimensions on its journey towards New India which is the far-sightedness of Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi.

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Ÿ In accordance with the Divyang Act passed in the Parliament, the Commissioner of Divyang Welfare will be appointed in Gujarat. The role of the commissioner is to seek solutions to the problems faced by divyangs. He will also ensure their empowerment with regard to the administrat ive and nancia l matters of organizations working for the disabled.

Ÿ Divyang Certicate issued to persons with disabilities, can now be obtained from 22 medical colleges of the state government. Earlier, they were only available at district headquarters or Ahmedabad Civil Hospital.

Shri Rupani concluded this program by expressing the commitment of the state government to equip and empower divyangs with resources and make them self-reliant. He also said that taking care of divyang is not only their duty but also their moral responsibility. Since the program was held during Navratri, Shri Rupani emphasized on social harmony and equality for these integral members of the society.

Ÿ An announcement to increase the grant given to disabled children and childcare homes from Rs.1,500 per month to Rs.2,160 per month was made. Approximately 10,000 children will receive this additional benet. He also expressed the commitment of the state government to take proactive decisions for the welfare of divyangs of the state.

On 5th October 2019, in the third edition of Mukhyamantri sathe Mokla Mane, Chief Minister Shri Vijay Rupani held an interaction with divyangs from various institutes of the state. During the program, the interaction unfolded various changes in schemes and new plans for the welfare of divyangs from the people-centric and sensitive government;

Ÿ With Diwali just around the corner, Shri Rupani presented the divyang audience with an increase in the allowance of Divyang Sathan Sahay from Rs. 10 thousand to Rs. 20 thousand per person after Diwali.

Ÿ The state government is planning to operate separate Divyang Nana ane Vikas Nigam (Divyang nancial and Development board), for effective implementation as well as the presentation of welfare schemes for citizens with disabilities.

is a people-centric initiative that features the focus of the government on its citizens.

Government of Gujarat has been progressively working for the development of the state and they believe that development is incomplete without empowering each member of the state. The state government has introduced and implemented various initiatives to cater to the welfare of the citizens. Similarly, to reiterate their pledge of taking Gujarat forward in all aspects including social development, the state government has introduced a program titled ‘Mukhyamantri sathe Mokada Mane’. This program began with the successful completion of three years of Government of Gujarat. In this interactive program, various people of different groups from the state have two-way communication with Chief Minister Shri Vijay

Rupan i pe r sona l l y a t h i s residence in Gandhinagar. This

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Ÿ In accordance with the Divyang Act passed in the Parliament, the Commissioner of Divyang Welfare will be appointed in Gujarat. The role of the commissioner is to seek solutions to the problems faced by divyangs. He will also ensure their empowerment with regard to the administrat ive and nancia l matters of organizations working for the disabled.

Ÿ Divyang Certicate issued to persons with disabilities, can now be obtained from 22 medical colleges of the state government. Earlier, they were only available at district headquarters or Ahmedabad Civil Hospital.

Shri Rupani concluded this program by expressing the commitment of the state government to equip and empower divyangs with resources and make them self-reliant. He also said that taking care of divyang is not only their duty but also their moral responsibility. Since the program was held during Navratri, Shri Rupani emphasized on social harmony and equality for these integral members of the society.

Ÿ An announcement to increase the grant given to disabled children and childcare homes from Rs.1,500 per month to Rs.2,160 per month was made. Approximately 10,000 children will receive this additional benet. He also expressed the commitment of the state government to take proactive decisions for the welfare of divyangs of the state.

On 5th October 2019, in the third edition of Mukhyamantri sathe Mokla Mane, Chief Minister Shri Vijay Rupani held an interaction with divyangs from various institutes of the state. During the program, the interaction unfolded various changes in schemes and new plans for the welfare of divyangs from the people-centric and sensitive government;

Ÿ With Diwali just around the corner, Shri Rupani presented the divyang audience with an increase in the allowance of Divyang Sathan Sahay from Rs. 10 thousand to Rs. 20 thousand per person after Diwali.

Ÿ The state government is planning to operate separate Divyang Nana ane Vikas Nigam (Divyang nancial and Development board), for effective implementation as well as the presentation of welfare schemes for citizens with disabilities.

is a people-centric initiative that features the focus of the government on its citizens.

Government of Gujarat has been progressively working for the development of the state and they believe that development is incomplete without empowering each member of the state. The state government has introduced and implemented various initiatives to cater to the welfare of the citizens. Similarly, to reiterate their pledge of taking Gujarat forward in all aspects including social development, the state government has introduced a program titled ‘Mukhyamantri sathe Mokada Mane’. This program began with the successful completion of three years of Government of Gujarat. In this interactive program, various people of different groups from the state have two-way communication with Chief Minister Shri Vijay

Rupan i pe r sona l l y a t h i s residence in Gandhinagar. This

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On 19th September 2019, in a program organized by the Department of Labor and Employment, Chief Minister Shri Vijay Rupani started various development projects for skill development amongst youth. He also inaugurated Employment Fair Fortnight along with 26 Industrial Training Institutes (ITIs) set up at a cost of Rs.196 crore. During the program, he congratulated the newly appointed principals, felicitated students who

performed excellently in academics and honoured institutes that provide nest training.

As India’s demographic strength lies with its youth, it is necessary to empower the youth and provide them ample opportunities for skilling as well as employment. Well aware of its role as an effective enabler, Government of Gujarat has been making continuous efforts in the direction. The success of Mukhyamantri Apprenticeship Scheme is a great example of preparing and training youth as per the requirement of the industries and opening doors to employment opportunities.

Shri Vijay Rupani addressed the audience through his speech and said, "Skill India will become the foundation of development in the days to come. Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi is determined to full the resolution of Make in India through youth empowerment. As a result, Gujarat will become the most preferred destination for investment and about 57 lakh skilled young manpower will be required by 2022. Our government has provided work for each hand and has given importance to Shramev Jayate. We have trained 17 lakh youths through ITIs of the state. We have inaugurated 287 government ITIs and Kaushalya Vardhan Kendra to enable the youth of the state to achieve skill development training as per the requirements of the industries. We have ensured up-to-date

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Present at the program, Minister of Labor & Employment Department, Shri Dilip Kumar Thakor said, "The Mukhyamantri Apprenticeship Scheme of the Government of Gujarat has proved to be very successful in providing greater impetus to Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi's Make in India and Skill India program. Under this scheme, more than 77 thousand youths have been trained. In the last three years, lakhs of youth have been provided employment opportunities through Employment Fairs. A target of providing employment to more than 35 thousand youths has been set under the current Employment Fair. An app has been launched for the rst time ever in India which looks after the health of the workers working in factories called SACHET (Safety and

Comprehensive Health Environment Test). Another app called SIMPLE (Shram Inspection Mobile Portal For Labour and Employment) has been launched to make inspections more transparent in factories that have lesser number of staff members. Through the SIMPLE app, there will be transparency in the labour inspection process and the comments from inspection can be uploaded on the site itself. Along with that, 27 mobile vans will be operational across the state to provide health facilities at the initial stage of diseases to the workers working in the factories using the SACHET app. This app can also monitor the

working conditions in industrial units. A provision of Rs.15 crore has been sanctioned for the same."

technology in such training institutes for the youth to be at par with the modern world. Gujarat is at the forefront of employment generation in the country because of our dedicated efforts. Apart from providing manpower to the industries, the welfare, safety, and health of the workers is also a concern of the state government.”

On this occasion, Chief Minister Shri Vijay

Rupani presented a citation to 10 ITI trainees

involved in four months of resident training at IIT-

Gandhinagar. He also provided Letters of

Appreciation to Honda Motorcycles and Scooter

India for establishing a modern lab in 20 ITIs and also

to Quest Alliance for providing skill development

training to ITI students as well as to Pidilite Industries

for increasing skill development through their

innovative projects as a Knowledge Partner. Shri

Rupani also interacted with the trainees of ITI-

Kubernagar and apprentice trainees from Suzuki

Motors Gujarat through video conference. A short

lm was screened at the program regarding various

activities of the Department of Labor and

Employment which was watched live by ITI students

across the state.

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On 19th September 2019, in a program organized by the Department of Labor and Employment, Chief Minister Shri Vijay Rupani started various development projects for skill development amongst youth. He also inaugurated Employment Fair Fortnight along with 26 Industrial Training Institutes (ITIs) set up at a cost of Rs.196 crore. During the program, he congratulated the newly appointed principals, felicitated students who

performed excellently in academics and honoured institutes that provide nest training.

As India’s demographic strength lies with its youth, it is necessary to empower the youth and provide them ample opportunities for skilling as well as employment. Well aware of its role as an effective enabler, Government of Gujarat has been making continuous efforts in the direction. The success of Mukhyamantri Apprenticeship Scheme is a great example of preparing and training youth as per the requirement of the industries and opening doors to employment opportunities.

Shri Vijay Rupani addressed the audience through his speech and said, "Skill India will become the foundation of development in the days to come. Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi is determined to full the resolution of Make in India through youth empowerment. As a result, Gujarat will become the most preferred destination for investment and about 57 lakh skilled young manpower will be required by 2022. Our government has provided work for each hand and has given importance to Shramev Jayate. We have trained 17 lakh youths through ITIs of the state. We have inaugurated 287 government ITIs and Kaushalya Vardhan Kendra to enable the youth of the state to achieve skill development training as per the requirements of the industries. We have ensured up-to-date

Chief Minister Vijay Rupani inaugurates26 ITIs and Employment Fair Fortnight

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Present at the program, Minister of Labor & Employment Department, Shri Dilip Kumar Thakor said, "The Mukhyamantri Apprenticeship Scheme of the Government of Gujarat has proved to be very successful in providing greater impetus to Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi's Make in India and Skill India program. Under this scheme, more than 77 thousand youths have been trained. In the last three years, lakhs of youth have been provided employment opportunities through Employment Fairs. A target of providing employment to more than 35 thousand youths has been set under the current Employment Fair. An app has been launched for the rst time ever in India which looks after the health of the workers working in factories called SACHET (Safety and

Comprehensive Health Environment Test). Another app called SIMPLE (Shram Inspection Mobile Portal For Labour and Employment) has been launched to make inspections more transparent in factories that have lesser number of staff members. Through the SIMPLE app, there will be transparency in the labour inspection process and the comments from inspection can be uploaded on the site itself. Along with that, 27 mobile vans will be operational across the state to provide health facilities at the initial stage of diseases to the workers working in the factories using the SACHET app. This app can also monitor the

working conditions in industrial units. A provision of Rs.15 crore has been sanctioned for the same."

technology in such training institutes for the youth to be at par with the modern world. Gujarat is at the forefront of employment generation in the country because of our dedicated efforts. Apart from providing manpower to the industries, the welfare, safety, and health of the workers is also a concern of the state government.”

On this occasion, Chief Minister Shri Vijay

Rupani presented a citation to 10 ITI trainees

involved in four months of resident training at IIT-

Gandhinagar. He also provided Letters of

Appreciation to Honda Motorcycles and Scooter

India for establishing a modern lab in 20 ITIs and also

to Quest Alliance for providing skill development

training to ITI students as well as to Pidilite Industries

for increasing skill development through their

innovative projects as a Knowledge Partner. Shri

Rupani also interacted with the trainees of ITI-

Kubernagar and apprentice trainees from Suzuki

Motors Gujarat through video conference. A short

lm was screened at the program regarding various

activities of the Department of Labor and

Employment which was watched live by ITI students

across the state.

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Navratri 201 9: The essence of

GujaratNavratri is one of the most popular and widely celebrated Hindu festivals in Gujarat. What is

different about the festival in Gujarat is the fact that it is the only state which erupts into a nine-night

dance and music festival, perhaps the longest in the world. The devotees also perform drama during

these days and organize Bhajan Mandalis.

Culture

The festival of Navratri which means ‘Nine

Nights ’ i s the t ime which ca l l s for the

worshipping of Goddess Amba (the Power - the

sublime, ultimate, ab