nil
Dignity comes from self-suffiiency: Modi
Gandhinagar, Sept 17 (IBNS): Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday launched the new Swavalamban Abhiyan Yojana Gujarat's new pension scheme for the poor in Gandhinagar where he laid emphasis on the empowement and self-reliance of people.
Delivering a speech on the occasion, PM asserted that government policies must empower people.
Modi said, “Gujarat is an example of self-reliance. The Gujarat government must be congratulated for these efforts.”
He stressed on adequate storage facility for farmers.
Modi said, “We need our citizens to live a dignified life. If the poor cannot get dignity, the country cannot progress. Dignity comes from self-sufficiency.”
He added that the spirit of entrepreneurship among women is admirable.
Modi said, “We have seen this in the dairy sector in Gujarat.”
As Vishwakarma Puja is being celebrated throughout the nation on Wednesday, which also happens to be Modi’s 64th birthday, PM took the initiative to e-launch the scheme through laser torch light.
He said, “Today is Vishwakarma Puja Diwas. On this day we are commencing the 'Swavalamban Yojana'. I congratulate you all for this.”
On getting birthday wishes from all over, PM expressed gratefulness towards people. “I keep receiving your blessings and wishes on all 365 days. I am really grateful to you. It inspires me to do new things.”
According to media reports, “Swavalamban Abhiyan Yojana” or the self-reliance scheme is the new pension scheme launched by the government for the poor in Gujarat.
According to media reports, “Swavalamban Abhiyan Yojana” or the self-reliance scheme is the new pension scheme launched by the government for the poor in Gujarat.
It has been learnt, The scheme will be applicable to all citizens of 18 yrs to 55 yrs who join the New Pension System (NPS) administered by the Pension Fund Regulatory and Development Authority (PFRDA).
Under the scheme, Government will contribute Rs 1000 per year to each NPS account opened in the year 2010-11 and for the next three years.
The benefit will be available only to persons who join the NPS with a minimum contribution of Rs 1,000 and maximum contribution of Rs 12,000 per annum.
Earlier, speaking on the occasion Gujarat Chief Minister Anandiben heaped praise on Modi by saying, “Narendra Modi has created a situation where we do not have to go begging to Delhi. We never had to tell him about Narmada issue.”
“A government must be for the poor,” she added.
About the scheme, she said poor people are the focus.
Top Headlines
-
News
'Our pilot met with an accident...': Judge pleads for help amid mob attack after 9-hour hostage ordeal during SIR protest
April 02, 2026
-
News
'Most polarised state': CJI Kant raps Bengal govt over 9-hour hostage of judicial officers
April 02, 2026
-
News
'BJP plotting Presidents Rule, dont fall in the trap': Mamata Banerjee on Malda unrest, urges peace
April 02, 2026
-
News
Amit Shah to camp in West Bengal for 15 days during Assembly polls; predicts Mamatas defeat in state and Bhabanipur
April 02, 2026
-
News
Irans Revolutionary Guards threaten major US tech firms with retaliatory strikes starting April 1
March 31, 2026
-
News
'Come close, we are waiting for you': Iran signals warning as US expands military options in Middle East
March 31, 2026
-
News
'Open Strait of Hormuz or face devastation': Donald Trump issues stark warning
March 31, 2026
-
News
Tennis icon Leander Paes joins BJP ahead of Bengal polls
March 31, 2026
-
News
Unsubstantial allegations: Calcutta HC dismisses plea on ECIs officer transfers in Bengal
March 31, 2026
-
News
'India has become free from Naxal violence: Amit Shah makes bold claim ahead of deadline
March 30, 2026
