New Delhi, January 9: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday addressed the first PIO (Persons of Indian Origin) Parliamentary Conference in the national capital. During his address, the Prime Minister said that 21st century is being considered the Asian century & India will be a major player in this with the growing stature of the country. The Prime Minister said that India has moved way ahead of the 'jaisa pehle tha vaisa chalta rahega, kuch badlega nahi' thinking, aims & aspirations of our people are on an all-time high & that is because of the transformation the country is going through. The Prime Minister said that keeping in mind the needs of 21st century, the government is increasing the investment in technology, transportation.

During his address PM Modi said that more than half the investment in sectors like construction, air transport, mining, computer software, hardware, electrical equipment & many others, till now has happened in the last three years.

Recalling his previous experiences, Modi said that during earthquake in Nepal, flood in Sri Lanka, water problems in Maldives; India was the first to respond. “When crisis struck Yemen, we saved our 4,500 people as well as 2000 others. India's humanity even in grave situations like these is a part of Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam”, Modi said.

Lauding the efforts of Sushma Swaraj, the Prime Minister said that Sushma Swaraj not only takes care of Indian citizens but also the NRIs, under her our Ministry of External Affairs keeps an eye on problems of NRIs 24 by 7 with real time monitoring system.

“No matter where they are, I can imagine how happy your ancestors must be on seeing you all here:  When there is news about how you all are influencing the geo-politics of where you live & how you are making policies, we feel proud”, Modi said. “If I talk about politics, I can see that there is a mini world Parliament of Indian origin is sitting in front of me. Today, bodies like the World Bank, IMF & Moody's are looking at India in a very positive way”, Modi added.

Meanwhile, Sushma Swaraj while speaking at the PIO Parliamentary Conference lauded the efforts taken by the government and praised the Prime Minister for his hard work and determination. “If India is dominating the world today, credit goes to PM Modi. India has become a country which decides global policy. When PM goes to G-20, he brings black money to centre stage & takes brave decisions like demonetisation & GST back home”, Swaraj said.

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