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DK Shivakumar emphasized India's potential as the world's most populous nation on World Population Day. He called for leveraging this strength through education, healthcare, and equal opportunities. The Karnataka Deputy CM also sought central funds for irrigation projects in the state. This year's World Population Day theme highlights youth empowerment for sustainable development.

Key Points: DK Shivakumar Says India's Population Holds Unmatched Potential

  • DK Shivakumar links India's population strength to national progress
  • Advocates education and healthcare for demographic dividend
  • Seeks Rs 11,122 crore for Karnataka irrigation projects
  • World Population Day theme focuses on youth empowerment
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With power of world's largest population comes unmatched potential, says DK Shivakumar on World Population Day

Karnataka Deputy CM DK Shivakumar highlights India's demographic strength on World Population Day, stressing education and equal opportunities.

"India stands at a unique moment in history, with the power of the world's largest population comes unmatched potential. – DK Shivakumar"

Bengaluru, July 11

Karnataka Deputy Chief Minister DK Shivakumar, on the occasion of World Population Day on Friday said that India has great strength because of its large population.

Shivakumar said this strength should be used through better education, healthcare, and equal chances for everyone. He added that when every person is empowered, the country can move forward.

In a post on X, DK Shivakumar wrote, "India stands at a unique moment in history, with the power of the world's largest population comes unmatched potential."

https://x.com/DKShivakumar/status/1943482877309784448

"#WorldPopulationDay is a call to harness this strength through education, healthcare, and equal opportunity for all. When every citizen is empowered, our demographic dividend becomes a force for progress. Let us work towards a future where every dream finds a path," the post reads.

World Population Day is observed every year on July 11, and it is established to raise awareness about global population issues. This year's theme is "Empowering young people to create the families they want in a fair and hopeful world."

Earlier on Wednesday, Karnataka's Deputy Chief Minister, DK Shivakumar, who oversees the irrigation portfolio, announced that he has requested funding amounting to Rs 11,122.76 crore for the development of six irrigation projects within the state.

Addressing a press conference at Karnataka Bhawan, Shivakumar said, "We have appealed to the Centre for Rs 11,122.76 funds for six irrigation projects in the state, Rs 804.66 crore for Sonnathi lift irrigation project; Rs 2,660.70 crore for Indi branch canal in Upper Krishna project; Rs 3000 crore for third stage of Malaprabha canal; Rs 1,44.42 crore for Ghataprabha right bund canal and Chikkodi branch canal; Rs 1,610 crore for flood prevention project at Benne Halla. We have learnt that one project has been approved, but we are yet to receive official confirmation."

"We have also appealed for 25 per cent of the funds for the Yettinahole project, as it is a drinking water project. There were some complications for the project due to the Forest Department not issuing clearance. The Union Minister for Environment has assured that the issue would be resolved soon," he said.

- ANI

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Priya S
While the sentiment is good, we need concrete action plans. Just talking about potential won't help. Our education system needs complete overhaul to actually empower youth. #ActionNotWords
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Arjun K
True that! India's young population is our biggest asset. But we must ensure job creation keeps pace with population growth. Otherwise, all this potential will go waste. Make in India needs to succeed!
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Sarah B
As someone working in development sector, I appreciate the focus on equal opportunities. But we must address rural-urban divide first. Quality education and healthcare still inaccessible for many villages.
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Vikram M
Population dividend is real! Look at our IT sector - powered by young Indians. But government must invest more in research and innovation to create more such success stories. Jai Hind!
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Nisha Z
Good speech but actions speak louder. First fix our crumbling government schools and hospitals. Then talk about population being strength. Right now it feels like pressure on resources 😔

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