Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s Vision for India at Vienna Community Event

Prime Minister Narendra Modi addressed a community event in Vienna, Austria, where he highlighted the long and significant history and culture of both India and Austria. He noted that the historical connection has benefited both countries in terms of cultural exchange and trade.

Modi emphasized that there is a lot of global interest in India’s thoughts and actions. He stated, “We have shared knowledge and expertise with the world for thousands of years. We can proudly say that India has not given ‘yuddh’ (war) but ‘Buddha’. When I speak of Buddha, it means that India has always given peace and prosperity.”

He expressed pride in India’s role as a global partner (Vishwa Bandhu) and its commitment to continuing this role in the 21st century. Modi also stressed the need for public participation to deepen relationships between nations, saying, “I have always been of the opinion that the relations between two countries are formed not just by governments. Public participation is essential to strengthen relationships.”

Further, Modi shared his ambitious vision for India’s future, aiming to become one of the top three economies globally by 2047, when India celebrates its 100th independence anniversary. He envisions a strong, developed India for the next 1000 years, stating, “Today India is growing at the rate of 8 percent. With this speed, we will reach the top 3 (economies of the world). Our Mission is 2047… The country would celebrate 100 years of independence, but that would be the century of Viksit Bharat.”

Members from the Indian diaspora chanted ‘Vande Mataram’ and ‘Bharat Mata ki Jai’ after Modi’s address during the community event.