Here are Key Excerpts from his Speeches:
* Development philosophy is captured in ‘Sabka Saath, Sabka Vikas.
* The Government of India in particular is focussed on ‘Garibon Ki Unnati’, ‘Kisano Ki Samridhi’ and ‘Yuvaon Ka Rozgar.
* Government has launched 3 new social security and pension schemes.
* Government is committed to provide ‘Housing for All’.
* Well being of farmers is vital to the nation’s prosperity.
* Government is committed to the philosophy of ‘per drop, more crop’.
* Highest urea production was achieved in 2015. Government realises role of animal husbandry, dairy & fisheries sector.
* Rural development is one of our top priorities.
* Government’s mission of skilling India has gained momentum.
* Happy to inform we have successfully eliminated Maternal & Neonatal Tetanus well before global targeted timeline of December 2015.
* Strong focus on holistic healthcare, strengthening Ayurveda, Yoga & Naturopathy, Unani, Siddha & Sowa-Rigpa & Homoeopathy.
* Government has launched the Sugamya Bharat Abhiyan.
* During last year, 342 camps were conducted, aids & assistive devices distributed to over 1.7 lakh persons with disabilities.
* Government firmly believes economic development and environmental protection can co-exist.
* As part of the Namami Gange Programme, Government is implementing several projects in all 118 cities and complete sanitation solutions for 1,649 gram panchayats, on the banks of the holy Ganga.
* Government has taken measures to eliminate the scope for corruption.
* Government has been unsparing in punishing those who are found guilty of corruption.
* Government has envisaged increasing the renewable energy capacity manifold to 175 GW by 2022.
* Solar power is affordable and accessible to thousands of people.
* In the year 2015, India witnessed the highest ever generation of electricity.
* Govt introduced dynamic & comprehensive reforms in Coal sector & conducted transparent auction/ allocation of over 70 coal blocks.
* Mines and Minerals Development and Regulation Act, 1957 was amended and auction of mines has commenced.
* Government has initiated several ambitious measures for improving sanitation standards at Railway Stations & Trains.
* Highest ever increase in rail capital expenditure was achieved in 2015.
* By March 2019, under PMGSY, one lakh seventy eight thousand rural habitations will be connected with all weather roads.
* Government has revived a majority of the 73 stalled road projects, completed construction of 7,200 km of highways.
* Government is also working on a new Civil Aviation Policy with thrust on connectivity to small cities.
* Domestic Air Passenger traffic has registered a substantial growth during the year.
* Setting up world-class infrastructure for Electronics manufacturing across the country remains a priority for the Government.
* 29 Electronic Manufacturing Clusters are under development.
* The country recorded the highest ever software exports during 2015.
* Building upon the success over the past year, my Government’s endeavour is to scale new heights in Space.
* Varanasi and Jaipur have been declared as the first two Indian cities to be part of the UNESCO Creative Cities network.
* GDP growth has increased making India the world’s fastest growing economy among large economies.
* Inflation, fiscal deficit & current account deficit have decreased. India recorded highest ever foreign exchange reserves in 2015.
* Government’s concerted efforts to tackle menace of black money have started yielding results.
* Govt launched Gold Monetization Scheme & Sovereign Gold Bond Scheme in Nov 2015 to ensure productive utilization of idle assets.
* Defence procurement procedure has been streamlined with a focus on indigenously designed, developed & manufactured weapon systems.
* Working to ensure that our Armed Forces will be equipped with the most capable and sophisticated armaments in the world.
* Government has continued to pursue a bold and proactive foreign policy.
* Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam: the world is one family. Government is committed to this principle.
* We reached out to the world, both on land and sea.
* Government played a proactive role in addressing climate change by launching International Solar Alliance.
* Government is focused on Sabka Vikas, beyond just the economic advancements that dominate headlines.
* We must ensure that the poor and deprived are truly empowered to take advantage of opportunities to improve their lives.
* Sabka Vikas means that backward sections of society are equally valued and are genuine stakeholders in the country’s progress.
* Parliament reflects the supreme will of people. Democratic temper calls for debate & discussion & not disruption or obstruction. Government will constantly strive for smooth & constructive conduct of Parliamentary business.