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PM Modi addresses youth convention at Karnataka via video conference

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday addressed a state-level youth convention at Tumakuru, Karnataka, via video conference that was themed…

PM Modi addresses youth convention at Karnataka via video conference

Prime Minister Narendra Modi. (Photo: AFP/File)

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday addressed a state-level youth convention at Tumakuru, Karnataka, via video conference that was themed – Youth Power: A vision for New India.

The convention at Tumakuru is being organised to mark the Silver Jubilee Celebrations of the Ramakrishna Vivekananda Ashram, Tumakuru, to celebrate the 125th anniversary of Swami Vivekananda’s address in Chicago, as well as celebrate Sister Nivedita’s 150th birth anniversary.

PM Modi said that he tries his best to meet youth as much as possible, to understand their hopes and aspirations, and work accordingly. He said the focus of today’s commemorations is Swami Vivekananda.

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PM Modi said that during the freedom struggle, there was a united resolve at various levels to achieve Independence, including efforts at social reform.

The Prime Minister said that over the last four years, the Union government has resolved for emotional integration of the Northeast, and has achieved success. “Only integration can counter radicalisation,” the PM said.

He urged the youth to make a resolve and dedicate one’s life towards achieving it. He said the youth should devote their energy to nation-building.

In this context, the Prime Minister spoke of the Mudra Yojana, self-employment and skill development.

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