Public participation key to realising Viksit Bharat Vision, says Om Birla

Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla on Sunday underscored the importance of collective efforts, innovation and citizen participation in achieving the vision of “Viksit Bharat 2047”, asserting that entrepreneurship and nation-building must move forward together to ensure inclusive and sustainable development.

Addressing the national conclave of the Maheshwari community in New Delhi, Birla praised the community’s longstanding contributions to society through service, ethical conduct and social responsibility. He described the Maheshwari community as one with a rich and inspiring legacy rooted in selfless service and public welfare.

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Drawing a comparison with Lord Mahesh, Birla said, “Just as Lord Mahesh alleviated the suffering of the world by consuming poison, the Maheshwari community is similarly engaged in the field of social service.” He noted that the community’s work in education, healthcare and public service has played a significant role in strengthening the foundations of a developed India.

The Speaker emphasized that economic success should be measured not only by wealth generation but also by its positive impact on society. “The true measure of success is not merely wealth creation, but bringing about positive change in society and creating value,” he said.

Highlighting the importance of youth in India’s development journey, Birla said educated, skilled and technologically empowered young people represent the nation’s greatest asset. He added that India’s demographic advantage, combined with innovation and entrepreneurship, would be instrumental in transforming the country into a developed nation by 2047.

Referring to the government’s vision of an “Atmanirbhar Bharat”, Birla said the initiative is energising small and medium enterprises as well as innovation-driven industries, creating new opportunities for growth, employment and economic transformation.

He stressed that development can be considered meaningful only when its benefits reach every section of society, particularly the most vulnerable. Birla called for ensuring that every citizen becomes an active stakeholder in the country’s progress and that growth remains inclusive and equitable.

Expressing optimism about India’s future, the Lok Sabha Speaker said that the ideals of unity, service and “Nation First” would guide the country towards fulfilling its aspiration of becoming a developed nation by the centenary year of Independence.

The vision of “Viksit Bharat 2047” seeks to transform India into a developed country by 2047 through sustained economic growth, innovation, infrastructure expansion, social inclusion and enhanced global competitiveness. The government has consistently emphasized the role of public participation and community-driven initiatives in realising this national goal.