J K News Today’s special commentary

Binoo Joshi

Prime Minister Narendra Modi in his 95th episode of Mann ki Baat on Sunday termed India assuming presidency of G-20 grouping on December 1 as “a great opportunity for the country , for every Indian,” and this has far deeper meaning than just extolling the nation and its people. PM has made all Indians living within the country or settled elsewhere as partners in this great moment , which has come to India when it has come at the time of celebrations of “ Azadi k Amrit Kaal.”

Modi has given a boost to the narrative of “ Sab ka Saath, Sab ka Vikas , Sab Ka Vishwas and Sab Ka Prayas”- that is everyone on board to secure development , confidence of all through united efforts. He has given a global dimension to it – the Indians have been made part of India hosting a global event which enhances its prestige all over. He has told the nation that each and every citizen is part of this , made them to shoulder responsibility as it was a shared responsibility of all .

Prime Minister says certain things , the real meaning is read in one sentence or two . He said “ What a great opportunity has come to India , for every Indian .” this one sentence in itself connotes how the people are the real partners in hosting the event , and he has given a sense of participation and partnership to all the countrymen, not restricting it to the government alone .The people have been made stakeholders .

He elaborated on this , when he referred as to how G-20 logo was finalized , “ a few days

few days ago I had the privilege of launching the G-20 logo and the website of the Presidency of India. This logo was chosen through a public contest. When I received this gift sent by Hariprasad Garu, another thought came to my mind. I was very happy to see how connected even a person sitting in a district of Telangana could feel with a summit like G-20. Today, many people like Hariprasad Garu have sent letters to me saying that their hearts have swelled with pride at the country hosting such a big summit. I will also mention to you the message of Subba Rao Chillara ji from Pune and Tushar Jagmohan from Kolkata. They have highly appreciated India’s pro-active efforts regarding G-20.”

Modi talks of people – talks to them straight in heart-touching way . That makes him leader of masses in consonance with the image of “ world’s most popular leader.”

What is G 20, the PM shared all the details with the people to tell them that how important it is for India to assume presidency of the globally powerful grouping . His words said it all : “ Friends, the G-20 has a partnership comprising two-thirds of the world’s population, three-fourths of world trade, and 85% of world GDP. You can imagine – India is going to preside over such a big group, such a powerful group, 3 days from now i.e. from the 1st of December. What a great opportunity has come for India, for every Indian! This becomes even more special because India was awarded this responsibility during Azadi Ka Amrit Kaal .”

Friends, the Presidency of G-20 has arrived as a big opportunity for us. We have to make full use of this opportunity and focus on Global Good, world welfare. Whether it is peace or unity, sensitivity towards the environment, or sustainable development, India has solutions to challenges related to these. The theme that we have given “One Earth, One Family, One Future” shows our commitment to Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam. We always say –

Om Sarvesham Swastirbhavatu.

Sarvesham Shanti Bhavatu.

Sarvesham Purnambhavatu.

Sarvesham Mangalambhavatu.

Om Shanti: Shanti: Shanti: ॥

That is, there should be welfare of all, peace to all, fulfillment to all and well being for all. In the coming days, many programs related to G-20 will be organized in different parts of the country. During this period, people from different parts of the world will get a chance to visit your states. I am sure that you will bring the diverse and distinctive colors of your culture to the world and you also have to remember that the people coming to the G-20, even if they come now as delegates, are tourists of the future. I urge all of you, especially my young friends on one more thing. Like Hariprasad Garu, you too must join the G-20 in one way or the other. The Indian logo of G-20 can be made, can be printed, in a very cool way, in a stylish way, on clothes. I would also urge schools, colleges and universities to create opportunities for discussions, debates and competitions related to G-20 in their respective places. If you go to the G20.in website, you will find many things there according to your interest.”

In short , it mans that India and all Indians are on march as partners in the global affairs and India attaining the goal of global leader- Vishv Guru.