Published 20:42 IST, May 12th 2020

PM Modi lays down 'Aatma Nirbhar Bharat' as India's plan to battle Coronavirus crisis

In his address, PM Modi emphasised on the need of 'Aatma Nirbhar Bharat' i.e. Self-Reliant India as the only way forward amid the Coronavirus pandemic

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Following marathon meetings with Chief Ministers of states, Prime Minister Narendra Modi addressed nation on Tuesday. In his address, PM Modi emphasised on need of 'Aatma Nirbhar Bharat' i.e. Self-Reliant India as only way forward amid Coronavirus pandemic which has gripped entire world today. Prime Minister highlighted that world looks upon India to lead in this battle and that 21st century should be century where India shines. 

'Way to battle pandemic'

Addressing nation on Tuesday, PM Modi said, " present situation calls for one thing and that is - Aatma Nirbhar Bharat. As a nation, we are at a critical condition and this is way forward to battle pandemic. I would like to explain this with an example. When Coronavirus crisis started, India did t produce a single PPE kit and did t even hear name of N-95 masks often. w, country manufactures 2 lakh PPE kits and 2 lakh N-95 masks every day."

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PM Modi stated that country was able to step up its efforts because it turned crisis into an opportunity. He added that Indian culture epitomises - Vasudhev Kutumbakam - World is one family and while world battles between life and death, Indian medicines are providing a ray of hope. Prime Minister also reflected upon India's past endeavours like when country got free of open defecation, Polio and TB, it impacted entire globe and that is why every country looks up to India at this moment. "World is convinced that India can do better and offer better for welfare of humanity. goal of 130 crores Indian becoming self-reliant is key to this. When we were prosperous, n India always walked on path of development," PM Modi added. 

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20:42 IST, May 12th 2020