PM Postal network can become a driving force for Indian Economy

The Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi, today said that the postal network can become a driving force for the Indian Economy, just like the Indian Railways. His remarks came during the presentation of a report by the task force on leveraging the post office network. The Prime Minister, after an initial discussion on various aspects of the report, has directed that the recommendations of the task force be studied in detail within a short period of time, so that necessary follow-up action can be initiated.

The Prime Minister said the postman, along with the teacher, is the most respected Government employee in rural areas.

The Prime Minister said the Department of Posts has huge assets across India, and ways should be explored to suitably use these assets for the benefit of the people. He said post offices in rural areas can be used to deliver services and important government information to individual households.

The Minister for Communication and IT, Shri Ravi Shankar Prasad, was present on the occasion. The presentation on behalf of the task force was given by its Chairman, Shri T.S.R. Subramanian.

Prime Minister condoles loss of lives in Anantapur accident

Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi has expressed grief on the unfortunate accident in Anantapur, Andhra Pradesh. He has extended condolences to the families of those who lost their lives.

Shri Modi also wished a speedy recovery to those injured in the accident. 

PM’s remarks at the release of a commemorative coin to mark the 175th Birth Anniversary of Jamsetji Nusserwanji Tata

The Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi, paid tribute to the founder of the Tata Group, Jamsetji Nusserwanji Tata, saying that those who create history, without seeking or holding power, are truly great.

The Prime Minister was speaking after the release of a commemorative coin to mark the 175th Birth Anniversary of Jamsetji Nusserwanji Tata. He praised Jamsetji Tata for his vision of environment friendly energy, and for his initiatives for welfare of the people associated with the Tata Group.

The Prime Minister said that the culture of businessmen donating massive amounts in charity was new to the western world, but Jamsetji Tata had done the same long ago.

Shri Narendra Modi also referred to the meeting between Swami Vivekananda and Jamsetji Tata, on board a ship from Japan to Canada in 1893. He said the two great men – one an ascetic and the other an industrialist – shared the same wavelength, and had a common vision for a self-reliant India.

The Prime Minister said it was a privilege for him to be releasing a commemorative coin in honour of Jamsetji Tata.

The MoS (Finance) Shri Jayant Sinha, and the Chairman, Tata Sons, Shri Cyrus Mistry were present on the occasion.

PM's address at release of commemorative coin to mark 175th birth anniversary of Jamsetji Tata

The Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi addressing at the release of the commemorative coin to mark the 175th birth anniversary of Jamsetji Nusserwanji Tata, in New Delhi on January 06, 2015.

PM releases commemorative coin to mark 175th birth anniversary of Jamsetji Tata

The Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi releasing the commemorative coin to mark the 175th birth anniversary of Jamsetji Nusserwanji Tata, in New Delhi on January 06, 2015.

Sri Sri Ravi Shankar called on the PM Modi

Sri Sri Ravi Shankar called on the Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi, in New Delhi.

Shri Shatrughan Sinha and family called on the PM Modi

Shri Shatrughan Sinha and family called on the Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi, in New Delhi .