Varanasi: Describing the development of Varanasi as the roadmap for the whole country, Prime Minister Narendra Modi It has been said that the development of the city has been done while preserving its rich heritage and the development has been projected in such a way that it blends with the spirit of the city. The PM said that India needs development today, not revolution.
He was addressing 120 mayors who had gathered in Kashi to participate in the All India Mayors’ Conference through video conferencing at Deen Dayal Upadhyay Business Facilitation Center here on Friday.
Modi insisted that indulging in destruction is not the need of the hour. “We must believe in development. India does not need revolution today. We do not need to demolish and rebuild our heritage buildings, rather we need to rejuvenate them and move towards technological up-gradation. I want all the mayors to take initiative to make their city on top of the list of cleanest city.
The PM further suggested that mayors start competitions to promote cleanliness and beautification across the country while preserving the heritage of their cities.
“While planning development, take lessons from the Kashi model, which has emerged as the roadmap for the country,” Modi said. Looking for new avenues of development. Local art and skill should be recognized to embrace it as a force as well as promote the identity of the brand and place. ,
Referring to Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath’s ‘One District One Product’ initiative in this regard, Modi urged the mayors to “map their cities to identify the particular product of the respective place for branding, to the entire country and the world for its branding”. Inspired to tell about it. It will give a boost to the local economy”.
“Cities are the driving force of the economy, so they should be developed as the center of a vibrant economy. For this a holistic approach should be adopted while preparing the development model. If industrial areas are planned somewhere, provision for accommodation of laborers and other workforce should also be made around it,” the PM said, mentioning that this would also attract investment.
Asking mayors to pay special attention to MSMEs, Modi also stressed on the importance of supporting street vendors through the Swanidhi scheme, as they are still marginalized despite the strength of the micro economy and being an essential part of the society. are on. “Their importance was felt by all during the COVID-19 lockdown, when no street vendors could be found in the city areas selling vegetables, milking, cleaning clothes and providing other services,” the PM said. Said that this class wants to fight against poverty. And helping them with Svanidhi will not only prove to be a great help to them, but will also improve their service to the society.
He also highlighted the increasing population load and traffic problems on the cities. “Construction of any number of flyovers is not the solution to these problems. Therefore, the focus should be on strengthening the public transport system. Work on metro rail is going on in many cities, but other options should also be explored according to the topography of the area.
Regarding cleanliness, Modi said: “The study of the Kashi model will prove to be a great help to those mayors who definitely want to do the work for which they should be remembered in their cities even after decades, hence regular sanitation works, sewage Plan the development and conservation of the river according to the topography of their own cities.
“Cleanliness is for all cities. But, few cities have cemented their place at the top in the annual cleanliness rating. But, that doesn’t mean others should give up thinking about competing against those cities. Every mayor should take a pledge to get cleanliness award next time.
The PM also appealed to Union Urban Development Minister Hardeep Singh Puri to make provision for recognition of cities which make best efforts to improve their rank in cleanliness rating. “Cleanliness drive should not be treated as an activity for one or two years. This should be adopted as a continuous process and every municipal body should try to ensure the cumulative effects of this campaign and also introduce competition among the wards to change the image of the city as well as the health status of the local population. should be done,” Modi said.
He asked the mayors to adopt measures like banning single-use plastic on the lines of Surat, recycling of solid waste, sewage water for agricultural and industrial use, LED lighting to save electricity bill and celebrate the city’s birthday in a grand manner. To inculcate the feeling of love for the city among the people, especially the younger generation.
Modi also touched on the importance of river Ganga in the economy of Kashi. “Most cities have rivers and there is a need for a sensitive approach towards rivers and other water bodies. Water is emerging as a major concern globally so it is necessary to link water bodies with the society, he asked the mayors to organize annual river festival along with their maintenance efforts as it not only in rivers but also in city will also bring life back. ,” he elaborated.
Citing the example of Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel, who started his career as the mayor of Ahmedabad Municipal Corporation, Modi said that today’s mayors will pursue a career in active politics, so they should use the present opportunity responsibly.
He further said, “The country is celebrating 75th year of independence as Amrit Mahotsav of Independence and every mayor endeavors to beautify at least one city on Public Private Partnership by inviting Social Responsibility Fund of any organization. should do.”
He was addressing 120 mayors who had gathered in Kashi to participate in the All India Mayors’ Conference through video conferencing at Deen Dayal Upadhyay Business Facilitation Center here on Friday.
Modi insisted that indulging in destruction is not the need of the hour. “We must believe in development. India does not need revolution today. We do not need to demolish and rebuild our heritage buildings, rather we need to rejuvenate them and move towards technological up-gradation. I want all the mayors to take initiative to make their city on top of the list of cleanest city.
The PM further suggested that mayors start competitions to promote cleanliness and beautification across the country while preserving the heritage of their cities.
“While planning development, take lessons from the Kashi model, which has emerged as the roadmap for the country,” Modi said. Looking for new avenues of development. Local art and skill should be recognized to embrace it as a force as well as promote the identity of the brand and place. ,
Referring to Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath’s ‘One District One Product’ initiative in this regard, Modi urged the mayors to “map their cities to identify the particular product of the respective place for branding, to the entire country and the world for its branding”. Inspired to tell about it. It will give a boost to the local economy”.
“Cities are the driving force of the economy, so they should be developed as the center of a vibrant economy. For this a holistic approach should be adopted while preparing the development model. If industrial areas are planned somewhere, provision for accommodation of laborers and other workforce should also be made around it,” the PM said, mentioning that this would also attract investment.
Asking mayors to pay special attention to MSMEs, Modi also stressed on the importance of supporting street vendors through the Swanidhi scheme, as they are still marginalized despite the strength of the micro economy and being an essential part of the society. are on. “Their importance was felt by all during the COVID-19 lockdown, when no street vendors could be found in the city areas selling vegetables, milking, cleaning clothes and providing other services,” the PM said. Said that this class wants to fight against poverty. And helping them with Svanidhi will not only prove to be a great help to them, but will also improve their service to the society.
He also highlighted the increasing population load and traffic problems on the cities. “Construction of any number of flyovers is not the solution to these problems. Therefore, the focus should be on strengthening the public transport system. Work on metro rail is going on in many cities, but other options should also be explored according to the topography of the area.
Regarding cleanliness, Modi said: “The study of the Kashi model will prove to be a great help to those mayors who definitely want to do the work for which they should be remembered in their cities even after decades, hence regular sanitation works, sewage Plan the development and conservation of the river according to the topography of their own cities.
“Cleanliness is for all cities. But, few cities have cemented their place at the top in the annual cleanliness rating. But, that doesn’t mean others should give up thinking about competing against those cities. Every mayor should take a pledge to get cleanliness award next time.
The PM also appealed to Union Urban Development Minister Hardeep Singh Puri to make provision for recognition of cities which make best efforts to improve their rank in cleanliness rating. “Cleanliness drive should not be treated as an activity for one or two years. This should be adopted as a continuous process and every municipal body should try to ensure the cumulative effects of this campaign and also introduce competition among the wards to change the image of the city as well as the health status of the local population. should be done,” Modi said.
He asked the mayors to adopt measures like banning single-use plastic on the lines of Surat, recycling of solid waste, sewage water for agricultural and industrial use, LED lighting to save electricity bill and celebrate the city’s birthday in a grand manner. To inculcate the feeling of love for the city among the people, especially the younger generation.
Modi also touched on the importance of river Ganga in the economy of Kashi. “Most cities have rivers and there is a need for a sensitive approach towards rivers and other water bodies. Water is emerging as a major concern globally so it is necessary to link water bodies with the society, he asked the mayors to organize annual river festival along with their maintenance efforts as it not only in rivers but also in city will also bring life back. ,” he elaborated.
Citing the example of Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel, who started his career as the mayor of Ahmedabad Municipal Corporation, Modi said that today’s mayors will pursue a career in active politics, so they should use the present opportunity responsibly.
He further said, “The country is celebrating 75th year of independence as Amrit Mahotsav of Independence and every mayor endeavors to beautify at least one city on Public Private Partnership by inviting Social Responsibility Fund of any organization. should do.”
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