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NRIs as Cultural Ambassadors Key to India's Development Vision

BJP National Spokesperson Pratyush Kanth stated that Non-Resident Indians are crucial ambassadors of Indian culture and contributors to the vision of a developed India by 2047. He made these remarks at the launch of "Great Indo-Canadians," a book by journalist Gurmukh Singh profiling successful Indo-Canadians. The book features entrepreneurs and scientists who have excelled in Canada, received top awards, and donated millions to charity. These individuals are presented as role models who have preserved Indian culture abroad and enhanced India's global brand.

Key Points: NRIs: Ambassadors of Indian Culture, Says BJP's Kanth

  • NRIs are true ambassadors of Indian culture
  • They play a key role in Viksit Bharat 2047
  • Book "Great Indo-Canadians" highlights achievers
  • Featured individuals are role models and philanthropists
  • NRIs preserve culture and promote Brand India globally
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NRIs are ambassadors of Indian culture: BJP National Spokesperson Pratyush Kanth

BJP's Pratyush Kanth highlights NRIs' role as cultural ambassadors for Viksit Bharat 2047, praising a book on Indo-Canadian achievers.

"Indians settled abroad have earned a name for themselves and the country through hard work. - Pratyush Kanth"

New Delhi, March 9

Bharatiya Janata Party National Spokesperson Pratyush Kanth said on Monday that non-resident Indians are the true ambassadors of Indian culture, who have a crucial role to play in achieving "Viksit Bharat@2047".

Speaking at the presentation of a book "Great Indo-Canadians" by Toronto-based senior journalist Gurmukh Singh, Kanth said that under Prime Minister Narendra Modi's vision the country has been taking big strides and making the most of the contributions of people of Indian origin settled abroad.

"Indians settled abroad have earned a name for themselves and the country through hard work. They have also preserved the Indian culture wherever they have settled," the BJP National Spokesperson added.

Kanth praised author Gurmukh Singh for playing the role of a sentinel of Indian culture and ethos.

"His book transcends the boundaries of standard story-telling and highlights lives of patriotic Indo-Canadian achievers, who are role models for the young generation," he said.

This coffee-table book features some unique Indo-Canadian entrepreneurs, who have created successful businesses, enriched society by giving back in various ways, including charity, and promoted 'Brand India' in Canada.

Among these individuals are those who have got top awards in both Canada and India.

Honoured with the Order of Canada and the Pravasi Bharatiya Samman Award, Tamil Nadu-born V.I. 'Lucky' Lakshmanan is Canada's top clean energy scientist, who has founded Process Research ORTECH -- which is a global leader in sustainable process technologies today.

Awarded with the Pravasi Bharatiya Samman Award, Gujarat-origin Ramesh Chotai founded one of Canada's top privately run pharmacy chains -- Bromed Pharmaceuticals.

Haryana-born chartered accountant-entrepreneur Satish Thakkar, who has led the Indo-Canada Chamber of Commerce and the Canada India Foundation, and founded the Excelsior Group with interests in real estate, is credited with bringing yoga and Ayurveda to Canada.

Gujarat-born Anil Shah, who founded Ni-Met, a leader in metal trading, is credited with pioneering Diwali charity galas in Canada.

Ludhiana-born Surjit Babra was the first Sikh entrepreneur to establish an airline -- SkyLink.

More than anything else, the individuals featured in this book have donated millions to charities in Canada and India.

With its lovely flowing style and attractive visuals, this book makes a great read.

Toronto-based Gurmukh Singh is a former Times of India (Delhi) Special Correspondent and IANS Canada Correspondent.

He has also written for all major Canadian newspapers such as the Globe and Mail, Toronto Sun, National Post and the Canadian Broadcasting Corporation (CBC).

- IANS

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Rohit P
While I appreciate the sentiment, I feel we should also celebrate the "resident Indians" who are doing phenomenal work here. The focus is always on success abroad. What about the scientists and entrepreneurs building Viksit Bharat from within India?
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Sarah B
As someone who has lived in Canada for a decade, this resonates. There's a constant effort in our community to balance integrating into Canadian society while preserving our roots. The charity work mentioned, like the Diwali galas, is a huge part of that. The book sounds like a fascinating read.
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Aman W
Heartwarming to see the achievements! From Lucky Lakshmanan in clean energy to Surjit Babra in aviation - these stories are pure inspiration. They show the world what Indians are capable of. Jai Hind!
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Karthik V
The part about donating millions to charities in both countries is the real story. Success isn't just about personal wealth, it's about giving back. This is a core Indian value and I'm glad our diaspora is carrying it forward.
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Nisha Z
True ambassadors indeed! When I visited my son in Vancouver, his non-Indian neighbors knew all about Holi and even made a point to wish us on Janmashtami. That connection is built by the everyday NRI family, not just the high achievers. Kudos to all.

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