Prime Minister Narendra Modi, who spent the day in Gujarat on his 69th birthday said the stae continues to be an inspiration for the country and is a model of development.
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Updated: Sep 17, 2019 13:02 IST
Prime Minister Narendra Modi, who spent the day in Gujarat on his 69th birthday said the state continues to be an inspiration for the country and is a model of development.
“in our culture it is believed that development can be done while protecting the environment. Nature is dear to us, it is our jewel.Gujarat shows that progress and sustainability can be achieved at the same time,” said Modi addressing a rally in Kevadia in Narmada district.
The Prime Minister started his day by visiting the Sardar Sarovar Dam and the Statue of Unity, dedicated to Vallabhbhai Patel. He tweeted a video of the 182-metre steel and bronze statue as his chopper flew around it on his way from Ahmedabad to Kevadiya.
Reached Kevadia a short while ago.
Have a look at the majestic ‘Statue of Unity’, India’s tribute to the great Sardar Patel. pic.twitter.com/B8ciNFr4p7
— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi)September 17, 2019
First Published:
Sep 17, 2019 12:40 IST
Source: HindustanTimes