Emphasising on the need to be “vocal for local”, the VP said that this spirit was a facet of ‘Aatmanirbhar Bharat’, and reflected the essence of the ‘Swadeshi Andolan’ during India’s freedom struggle.
It was stated by the Vice-President while addressing National Service Scheme (NSS) volunteers and artists in the Parliament House here.
Himachal Pradesh Governor Shiv Pratap Shukla, who was also present on the occasion, appreciated the commendable work done for his parliamentary constituency.
Reflecting on his experience as the Governor of West Bengal, where he served as the Chancellor of three dozen state universities, he acknowledged the challenges associated with the role of the Chancellor.
Dr Yadav, the Chief of the Madhya Pradesh Wrestling Association, contested the WFI Vice President polls as a candidate supported by the panel of controversial outgoing WFI President Brijbhushan Sharan Singh.
In his message, he said “I extend my warm greetings and good wishes to the people of our country on the auspicious occasion of the birth anniversary of Guru Nanak Dev Ji.”
The Vice President thanked Prime Minister of Australia Scott Morrison and Prime Minister of Israel Naftali Bennett for joining the BTS-2021 through video conferencing.
Naidu shared his thoughts and concerns with the participants on a range of issues including environmental protection, promotion of entrepreneurship among farmers.
Traditions of Hinduism and Buddhism together with other religious persuasions could give a holistic response to the challenges of the emerging post-Covid world order
Calling for greater use of technology in food management to ensure food security for all, he said “The developed world is already reaping benefits from the use of Artificial Intelligence in agriculture and India too must harness its potential to help improve farm income.”
