Public participation, entrepreneurship, innovation are key to Viksit Bharat 2027: Lok Sabha speaker Om Birla
New Delhi, June 8
Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla on Sunday asserted that the vision of Viksit Bharat 2047 can only be realized through public participation, innovation, entrepreneurship, and collective resolve.
Addressing on the theme 'Maheshwaris and Making of Viksit Bharat 2047' at the National Conclave of the Maheshwari Community in New Delhi, he emphasized that entrepreneurship and nation-building must progress hand in hand to ensure that the benefits of development reach every section of society, according to the Lok Sabha Secretariat.
He noted that India's journey toward becoming a developed nation must be guided by inclusive growth, social responsibility, and active citizen engagement.
Describing the Maheshwari community as a vibrant force in India's economic and social landscape, Birla lauded its invaluable contributions to nation-building through service, ethical business practices, philanthropy, and social responsibility. He observed that the community has consistently worked for societal welfare by establishing and nurturing institutions dedicated to education, healthcare, and public service across generations and regions.
Lok Sabha Speaker remarked that the Maheshwari community has historically demonstrated remarkable adaptability and enterprise, significantly driving regional economic transformations. Whether in metropolitan centers, the North-East, or southern India, community members have created opportunities, generated employment, and strengthened local economies.
Highlighting the role of youth in shaping the future, Birla stated that educated, skilled, and technology-enabled young people constitute the greatest strength of Viksit Bharat 2047. He urged the younger generation to embrace innovation, artificial intelligence, and emerging technologies to position India as a global leader. He observed that the coming era will be driven by knowledge and innovation, calling upon the youth to become job creators rather than job seekers.
The Speaker further noted that India's progress over the past decade has demonstrated the nation's resilience, self-confidence, and collective determination. He highlighted the importance of balancing rights with duties, stressing that responsible citizenship, respect for institutions, and active participation in public life are essential to sustain national development. Legislative reforms undertaken through Parliament and democratic institutions, he added, have significantly enhanced transparency and improved the ease of doing business.
Concluding his address, Birla expressed confidence that the spirit of unity, service, enterprise, and the principle of 'Nation First' will enable India to achieve the vision of Viksit Bharat 2047. He called upon the Maheshwari community, particularly its youth, to continue driving national development through innovation, ethical leadership, and social commitment. Birla reaffirmed that a developed India can only be built when every citizen becomes an active participant in progress, and when economic growth goes hand in hand with social responsibility and collective welfare.
— ANI
Reader Comments
Great to see the Speaker highlighting inclusive growth and social responsibility. But let's be honest—how many communities are actually getting a seat at the table? The Maheshwari community is doing wonderful work, but Viksit Bharat must reach every village, every dalit, every marginalised group. Otherwise it's just rhetoric. 🙏
"Rights with duties"—finally someone in power talking about this! We Indians are quick to demand our rights but forget our responsibilities as citizens. Paying taxes on time, keeping public spaces clean, following traffic rules—these small things will build Viksit Bharat. Good message from the Speaker! 👏
I appreciate the focus on AI and emerging technologies, but where's the concrete plan for skilling our youth? We have millions of graduates who can't find jobs because their education doesn't match industry needs. Entrepreneurship is the goal, but first we need a robust ecosystem of mentorship, funding, and market access. Talk is cheap, Mr. Speaker. 😒
As a young entrepreneur from a tier-2 city, I can tell you the ground reality is tough. We need easier access to credit, simpler compliance, and better infrastructure. The 'ease of doing business' reforms have helped, but the journey is far from over. That said, the Speaker's vision gives hope. Let's see if the budget follow-through matches the rhetoric. 🇮🇳
I'm a teacher in a government school, and I worry that the focus on AI and technology will leave behind rural kids who don't even have consistent
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