The Prime Minister of India, Shri Rajendra Arlekar, delivered a speech at the Golden Jubilee celebration of Vishva Hindu Vidya Kendra in Chennai, expressing his confidence in the youth to shape India's future and highlighting opportunities for growth in education, sports, and the economy.
On October 11, 2026, Prime Minister Shri Rajendra Arlekar addressed the Golden Jubilee celebration of Vishva Hindu Vidya Kendra in Chennai, Tamil Nadu. In his speech, he acknowledged the enthusiasm of the students and expressed his delight about being in the sacred land of Shiva and Shakti.
The Prime Minister apologized for any inconvenience caused due to his delayed arrival and sought forgiveness. He emphasized that the youth are the strength behind India's vision of a developed nation, praising their potential to provide solutions for the world.
He shared an interesting inspiration behind his visit, meeting Girija Amma and her children during the Ekta Yatra from Kanyakumari to Kashmir, which left a deep impression on his mind. During that meeting, Girija Amma expressed her aspirations for her children's future, which resonated with the Prime Minister.
The Prime Minister spoke about the opportunities available to India's youth in education, stating that there are now more than 1,300 universities compared to around 750 in 2014. He also highlighted the increase in colleges from about 38,000 to over 52,000.
In terms of sports, the Prime Minister mentioned that India is preparing to host the 2030 Commonwealth Games and is moving ahead with the dream of hosting the 2036 Olympics. He expressed confidence in the youth's ability to excel in international sports competitions.
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