GG News Bureau
New Delhi, 27th Nov. Prime Minister Narendra Modi participated in the Constitution Day program at the Supreme Court in New Delhi today, alongside Chief Justice of India Shri Sanjiv Khanna, Supreme Court judges, and other dignitaries. The event marked the 75th anniversary of the Indian Constitution.
In his address, PM Modi emphasized the living, evolving nature of the Constitution, quoting Dr. B.R. Ambedkar, who described the document as “not a mere lawyer’s document, but the spirit of the age.” Modi remarked that the Constitution not only guided India’s past but continues to shape its future. He further stressed that the goal of every citizen today is to contribute to building a “Viksit Bharat” (Developed India), ensuring social and economic justice for all.
Reflecting on the past 75 years, Modi spoke about the constitutional framework’s ability to navigate challenges, including the Emergency period, and its continued relevance in Jammu and Kashmir post-Article 370 revocation. The PM highlighted significant reforms, such as the introduction of the Bharatiya Nyay Sanhita for speedy justice, the transformation from a punishment-based system to a justice-based system, and initiatives like the Women’s Reservation Bill.
The Prime Minister also discussed the government’s efforts in socio-economic justice, such as the opening of 53 crore bank accounts, the provision of pucca houses, LPG connections, and household tap water connections. He noted that the essence of the Constitution is reflected in policies that uplift marginalized sections, such as the third gender and persons with disabilities.
Highlighting India’s strides in ensuring ease of living, Modi spoke about initiatives like free healthcare for senior citizens, digital life certificates for the elderly, and the expansion of broadband and mobile connectivity in remote areas. He also discussed the Aspirational Districts Program and infrastructure development, asserting that timely project completion enhances public welfare and embodies the Constitution’s spirit.
In conclusion, PM Modi quoted Dr. Rajendra Prasad’s speech from November 26, 1949, urging citizens to put the nation’s interests above their own, reinforcing the idea that India’s future is rooted in the ideals of the Constitution.
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