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BJP Reaches Out to Punjabi Diaspora to Revive State's Prosperity

The Punjab BJP organized a diaspora meet to connect with NRIs and discuss the state's future. Leaders highlighted India's enhanced global reputation under Prime Minister Narendra Modi's leadership. They urged the diaspora to contribute ideas and support for addressing Punjab's challenges, including law and order and economic growth. The party promised a secure and transparent environment for NRI investments and participation in the state's revival.

Key Points: BJP Hosts NRI Meet, Seeks Diaspora Support for Punjab's Growth

  • BJP engages global Punjabi community
  • Highlights India's global stature under Modi
  • Seeks NRI input on Punjab's development
  • Focus on tackling drugs and economic slowdown
  • Promises security for NRI investments
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Diaspora always carry spirit of motherland in hearts, says Punjab BJP working chief

Punjab BJP leaders engage with diaspora, highlighting India's global rise under PM Modi and seeking NRI involvement in state's development and security.

"Punjabis settled across the world have always carried the spirit of their motherland in their hearts. - Ashwani Sharma"

Chandigarh, Feb 14

The Punjab Bharatiya Janata Party organised an NRI Samellan titled "Punjabi Diaspora Meet" here on Saturday.

Addressing the inaugural session, the party's state working President Ashwani Sharma welcomed the Punjabi diaspora, acknowledging their immense contribution in bringing global recognition and pride to Punjab and India.

He said that Punjabis settled across the world have always carried the spirit of their motherland in their hearts. He emphasised that under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, India's global stature has significantly risen, earning greater respect for Indians worldwide.

He noted that the purpose of the meet was to listen to the concerns and suggestions of NRIs regarding Punjab's development. Highlighting issues such as drugs, law and order, and economic slowdown, Sharma urged the diaspora to actively engage in rebuilding Punjab's prosperity.

He reiterated the BJP's commitment to ensuring unity, peace, security, and inclusive growth in the border state, strengthening Punjab's glory once again.

Addressing the concluding session, national General Secretary Tarun Chugh said that the BJP government does not see the colour of an NRI's passport but values the "Indian DNA" that connects them to the motherland.

He highlighted that under Prime Minister Modi, since May 26, 2014, India has emerged as one of the fastest-growing major economies, earning global respect. Chugh emphasised that Punjab needed stable and development-oriented leadership, urging NRIs to support a "double-engine government" to restore economic growth, industrial investment, and security in the state.

He assured that NRIs would receive the same rights and protection in Punjab as in BJP-ruled states, guaranteeing safety for their investments and a transparent, growth-driven environment.

Prominent BJP leaders present on the occasion were Union Minister of Social Justice and Empowerment Virendra Kumar, national parliamentary board member Iqbal Singh Lalpura and national core committee member and party's foreign affairs department Ashwin Johar.

- IANS

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Priya S
Absolutely true! My chacha in Canada celebrates every Indian festival with more fervour than we do here. The connection to the motherland is unbreakable. Glad the government is engaging with them for development ideas. 🙏
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Aman W
"Does not see the colour of the passport" – this is a powerful and inclusive message. For too long, NRIs were treated only as ATMs. Valuing the Indian DNA is the right approach. Hope this translates into smoother processes for those wanting to invest or return.
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Sarah B
I'm an NRI married into a Punjabi family. The sentiment is beautiful, but the "double-engine" talk feels very political. Development should be beyond party lines. We want to invest where there is genuine stability and rule of law, not just where one party is in power.
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Vikram M
Punjab's youth are leaving in droves. If the diaspora's spirit and resources can be channeled to create opportunities HERE, it will be a game-changer. Focus on tech parks, agro-industries, and crushing the drug mafia. Jai Hind!
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Kavya N
Good initiative. But listening is step one. The real test is implementing those suggestions. Our NRIs are successful globally because of their hard work and innovation. Punjab must create an ecosystem that welcomes that same energy back home. All the best!

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