New Delhi, July 6 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday addressed a gathering via a video message on the 125th birth anniversary of Syama Prasad Mookerjee, crediting him for an ideological framework that is powering the nation’s contemporary progress.

Outlining the essential ingredients for achieving monumental national goals, PM Modi described a powerful synergy where grounded intellectual strength, pure intentions, and absolute dedication seamlessly converge.

Explaining his physical absence due to a pre-scheduled travel itinerary, PM Modi emphasised the power of digital connectivity in bridging geographical divides for this momentous occasion.

“With the help of technology, I am joining you in this historic programme,” he said.

Highlighting the historical significance of the day for the entire nation and specifically for West Bengal, PM Modi led the gathering in paying homage to one of its most illustrious sons.

He said Mookerjee fiercely opposed the talk of two constitutions, two prime ministers, and two flags in the country.

He said the patriot strived to preserve the nation’s core integrity. “Today, the land of the country is reverently remembering a visionary dedicated to the integrity of India,” said PM Modi.

Delving into crucial historical parliamentary records, the Prime Minister recounted the intense crisis of 1947 when conspiracies threatened to sever the entirety of Bengal from the nation.

He praised Mookerjee’s rock-solid political resistance and masterclass in shaping public opinion to definitively secure the state’s permanent integration with India.

“As Dr Mookerjee famously stated, the foundation of a golden future can be laid only on the ground of national unity,” said PM Modi.

Connecting this historical defiance to contemporary geopolitical challenges, the PM noted the enduring resonance of such massive political willpower.

He emphasised that reflecting on those past circumstances provides vital ideological strength for navigating the modern landscape. “We feel the massive political willpower of that roar even today when we look at today’s circumstances,” said PM Modi.

He said that when there is a government with the resolution of Nation First, then national heroes also get due respect.

Detailing this comprehensive developmental ideology, he highlighted the demand for systems that nurture talent, spur innovation, and cement absolute economic self-reliance.

The Prime Minister declared that this spirit of building an empowered legacy for future generations continues to drive the modern vision of national advancement. “This very spirit is the inspiration for a developed India today,” he said.

Addressing the young generation, the Prime Minister asked them to elevate the historical fight for a unified nation into a modern crusade for supreme national excellence.

He challenged the youth to collectively shoulder the massive responsibility of achieving complete self-reliance. “We have to collectively fulfil the resolution of a Developed India,” asserted PM Modi.

He urged the audience to approach every task with absolute seriousness, dedication, and a commitment to completion. He wrapped up the virtual engagement by extending his warmest wishes to all participants for their future endeavours.

“Whatever work you start, do it with full seriousness and do not leave it incomplete,” said the Prime Minister.

–IANS

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