Chandigarh, September 27- Haryana Chief Minister Sh. Nayab Singh Saini said that Prime Minister Sh. Narendra Modi has never been concerned about taking a holiday or prioritising rest. For him, 140 crore Indians are his family. The pain of the poor, the concerns of farmers and the aspirations of the youth are his own. The dignity of mothers and sisters remains his foremost priority, while the courage of soldiers guarding the nation’s borders is his resolve.

The Chief Minister was speaking at a programme organised at Goad village in Mahendragarh on Sunday to welcome the Seva Sankalp Yatra, a motorcycle journey being undertaken from Vadnagar in Gujarat to Varanasi. He welcomed the participants of the yatra and later flagged it off for its onward journey.

Describing the yatra as a journey from service to resolve, from resolve to achievement and from achievement to a developed India, Sh. Nayab Singh Saini said that Mahendragarh is a land of history, valour, public consciousness and national pride. Welcoming the yatra to the region, he termed its arrival a memorable occasion.

He said that the journey from Vadnagar to Varanasi also symbolises the inspiring life journey of Prime Minister Sh. Narendra Modi. While Vadnagar is his birthplace, Varanasi is his karmabhoomi, from where the resolve to build a developed India by taking forward the country’s rich heritage alongside its modern aspirations has gained further momentum.

The Chief Minister said that the Prime Minister has made public service the core purpose of his political life. After assuming office as the Chief Minister of Gujarat on October 7, 2001, he is set to complete 25 years of uninterrupted public service on October 7. Throughout this journey, the welfare of the poor and taking the country to new heights have remained his key priorities, he said.

*India Leading the Digital Revolution*

Sh. Nayab Singh Saini said that after becoming Prime Minister in 2014, Sh. Narendra Modi gave a clarion call for cleanliness from the Red Fort. The Swachh Bharat Mission was subsequently taken forward by linking cleanliness with the health of the poor, the dignity of women and the honour of the nation. Through the Ujjwala Yojana, poor women were freed from the hardships of smoke-filled kitchens, while initiatives were undertaken to provide electricity to every household, tap water, Jan Dhan accounts and pucca houses.

He said that Ayushman Bharat has provided poor families with greater assurance of access to healthcare, the Pradhan Mantri Kisan Samman Nidhi has provided financial support to farmers, while free ration ensured food security for crores of families during times of crisis.

The Chief Minister said that India is today leading the digital revolution, with UPI emerging as a global example. He said that the country’s youth are creating a new identity for India in areas such as startups, space technology, drones, artificial intelligence, semiconductors, defence production and green energy.

He said that the Indian tricolour is now flying near the southern pole of the Moon, a region that no other country had reached earlier. He described this achievement as a reflection of the confidence of a new India that has the courage to set ambitious goals and accomplish them. India, he said, is no longer merely following paths created by others, but is emerging as a nation that shows new paths to the world.

The Chief Minister said that India’s approach and identity in the field of national security have also undergone a transformation over the past 12 years. India seeks peace, but does not compromise on its security. Terrorism is given a befitting response, he said. Modern resources are being provided to the armed forces, while self-reliance in defence production is being strengthened.

He said that defence equipment manufactured in India is now also reaching other countries. The abrogation of Article 370 helped bring Jammu and Kashmir into the mainstream of development, while the implementation of One Rank, One Pension has ensured due recognition of the rights of ex-servicemen.

*World’s Largest Vaccination Drive Conducted in India*

Recalling the challenging period of the COVID-19 pandemic, the Chief Minister said that when even several resource-rich countries appeared helpless, Prime Minister Sh. Narendra Modi led the country with determination and foresight. Indian scientists developed an indigenous vaccine and the world’s largest vaccination drive was undertaken in the country.

He said that India’s voice is today heard with respect on the global stage. The successful conduct of India’s G20 Presidency and the recently held BRICS Summit showcased the country’s organisational capabilities, cultural strength and leadership before the world. India is now regarded as a trusted partner, a nation capable of offering solutions and a strong voice for humanity, he said.

Sh. Nayab Singh Saini said that the Prime Minister has conveyed the message that development and heritage are not contradictory, but complement and strengthen each other. Alongside modern infrastructure such as expressways, Vande Bharat trains, new airports, digital technology and industrial corridors, the country is also witnessing the construction of the grand Ram Temple in Ayodhya, Kashi Vishwanath Dham, Mahakal Lok and the revival of its cultural heritage. India is moving confidently towards the future while remaining proud of its roots, he said.

Addressing the youth participating in the yatra, the Chief Minister said that a motorcycle requires energy for speed, balance for direction and discipline to reach its destination. These three qualities are equally important in life. He called upon the youth to channel their energy towards nation-building, stay away from drugs, violence, despair and negativity, and make sports, libraries, laboratories, farms, industries and startups their fields of endeavour.

He urged the participants to undertake an act of service at every halt during the journey. He said the yatra should carry forward the message of service and patriotism and further strengthen the resolve of a developed India.

The Chief Minister also appealed to the participants to maintain discipline, follow traffic rules and ensure road safety throughout the journey. Praying to Baba Vishwanath for continued blessings on the yatra, he said that the caravan of service should continue to move forward and the flame of patriotism should remain lit in every heart.

*E-Library to Be Set Up in God: Chief Minister*

During the programme, Chief Minister Sh. Nayab Singh Saini announced several development works for Mahendragarh. He said that the State Government would leave no stone unturned in ensuring the development of the region.

On the demand of former Nangal Chaudhary MLA Dr Abhay Singh Yadav, the Chief Minister announced that the waterworks in Balah Kalan village would be connected to the canal through a pipeline. He also announced the establishment of an e-library in God village, construction of a paved road from the farm of Hanuman Singh in Balah Khurd up to the Rajasthan border, and construction of a gymnasium on vacant land opposite the Balaji Temple in Balah Khurd village.

*Chief Minister Interacts with Youth Participating in Seva Yatra*

After the programme, the Chief Minister interacted with the youth participating in the Seva Yatra from Vadnagar to Varanasi. The participants shared their experiences from the Rajasthan leg of the journey with the Chief Minister.

They said that when the yatra reached Nachna village in Jaisalmer district, a 90-year-old man shared that he had received free treatment under the Ayushman Bharat scheme launched by Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi.

Similarly, while passing through Bikaner district, a woman told the participants that during the tenure of the present government, she had received a free LPG connection for her household as well as a free house under the Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana.

On the occasion, the Chief Minister presented a Happy Card to a woman beneficiary under the Haryana Antyodaya Parivar Utthan Yojana. He also interacted with beneficiaries of the Deen Dayal Lado Lakshmi Yojana, Ujjwala Yojana and Samman Bhatta Yojana, heard their experiences and felicitated them.

*Sankalp Yatra Taking Prime Minister’s 25-Year Journey of Service to the People: Dr Archana Gupta*

Addressing the gathering, BJP State President Dr Archana Gupta said that the Sankalp Yatra from Vadnagar to Varanasi, accompanied by Seva Mitras, has entered Haryana from Rajasthan. She said that young participants have joined the yatra because Prime Minister Sh. Narendra Modi has exemplified the spirit of service, good governance, sacrifice and dedication during his 25 years in public life.

She said that the motorcycle yatra has been undertaken to express gratitude for the Prime Minister’s 25 years of service. Dr Archana Gupta said that the Haryana Government has undertaken several development works in southern Haryana. She said that Chief Minister Sh. Nayab Singh Saini  has introduced new initiatives for the region and taken several measures to benefit bajra growers. The government has also extended benefits to farmers through mechanisms such as the Bhavantar Bharpai scheme.

She said that the Chief Minister has made it clear that every grain of farmers’ produce in Haryana will be procured. Haryana, she said, has become the first State to provide MSP for all crops, and the Chief Minister has resolved that not a single grain of farmers’ produce should go to waste.

*Country’s Transformation, New Momentum to Connectivity and Development Under Modi’s Leadership- Dharambir Singh*

Member of Parliament Sh. Dharambir Singh said that there has been an atmosphere of celebration across the country since September 17 and that the Sankalp Yatra, which began from Vadnagar, provides an opportunity to recall Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi’s 25 years of public life.

He said that under the leadership of Prime Minister Sh. Narendra Modi, significant work has been undertaken towards addressing terrorism, Naxalism and issues related to Jammu and Kashmir and the Northeast. Amid changing weather patterns and inadequate rainfall, steps have also been taken towards interlinking rivers, creating water bodies and raising groundwater levels.

The MP said that after Sh. Narendra Modi took charge of Gujarat, the state underwent significant transformation. Over the past 12 years, the country has also witnessed major changes in connectivity, railways, roads and healthcare facilities. Schemes such as Ayushman Bharat have enabled people to access healthcare services, he said.

He said that Chief Minister Sh. Nayab Singh Saini, too, remains engaged throughout the day in resolving people’s problems, in the same spirit as the Prime Minister. He called upon everyone to resolve to work for the country throughout the day so that the nation can progress and the spirit of ‘Sabka Saath, Sabka Vikas’ can be carried forward.

*Water Availability Has Transformed Agriculture in Southern Haryana Through Government Efforts- Former MLA Dr Abhay Singh Yadav*

Addressing the programme, former MLA Dr Abhay Singh Yadav said that the government has given a new lease of life to this region of southern Haryana. He said that when the government came to power in 2014, the area was facing a shortage of drinking water and agriculture had almost come to a standstill. Farmers also faced difficulties in sustaining their crops.

He said that the results of the government’s efforts to ensure water availability are now visible in the prosperity of farmers. The BJP government in the State, he said, has provided the district with major projects such as a medical college, a logistics hub and the 152-D National Highway. These development works have strengthened facilities and connectivity in the region.

National Secretary Sh. Jai Prakash, MLAs Sh. Om Prakash Yadav and Sh. Kanwar Singh Yadav, BJP District President Sh. Yatendra Rao, former Deputy Speaker Sh. Santosh Yadav, and Member of Parliament from Surendranagar, Gujarat, Sh. Chandubhai Chhaganbhai Shihora, along with other dignitaries, were also present on the occasion.

No.IPRDH/2026

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