Every citizen has role to play in building 'Viksit Bharat': Venkaiah Naidu

New Delhi, Oct 29 (UNI) India's journey towards Viksit Bharat by 2047 depends as much on citizen participation as it does on governance and economic progress. Delivering the keynote address at Mantraṇā, the flagship discussion series of Bharat Ki Soch, Former Vice President M. Venkaiah Naidu stressed that nation-building cannot rest on the government alone.

"Policies provide the vision, but citizens' actions determine the pace and success of the outcome," he said. While the government must deliver effective governance, infrastructure, and growth opportunities, he noted that citizens share an equal responsibility to uphold constitutional values and fulfill their civic duties. Highlighting the broader aspirations of a developed India, Naidu added, "By 2047, we must ensure there is no hunger, atrocity, discrimination, or disparity.

True progress is reflected not merely in economic metrics, but in societal well-being, equity, and unity." Expanding on the core pillars of nation-building, he defined true patriotism as everyone diligently performing their duty and called upon the country's youth to dream big, work hard, and actively contribute to national development.

In his welcome address, Anil Rajput, Chairman, Bharat Ki Soch, said the vision of Viksit Bharat must be supported by a stronger sense of civic responsibility and individual accountability. "We often measure a developed India through its infrastructure, thriving businesses, advanced technologies and modern cities. While these are essential, the choices we make every day determine how fully we benefit from this progress.

Respecting public property, protecting the environment, following rules and acting with integrity are not merely individual actions; they shape the society we collectively build. The journey towards Viksit Bharat will advance when responsible citizenship becomes a part of our everyday lives," Rajput said.

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