India's economic growth linked to progress of entire world: PM Modi

Prime Minister Narendra Modi underlined that when India is emerging as the biggest economy in the world everyone can see a better future for themselves in itPM Modi was addressing the gathering after inaugurating the first Indian Art Architecture amp Design Biennale IAADB 2023 being held at Red Fort todayIndias economic growth is linked to the progress of the entire world and its vision of Atmanirbhar Bharat brings new opportunities the Prime Minister remarkedRecalling the glorious past of India when its economic prosperity was discussed around the world the Prime Minister said that its culture and heritage attract tourists from around the world even todayDuring the programme the Prime Minister inaugurated the Aatmanirbhar Bharat Centre for Design at Red Fort and the student BiennaleSamunnati He also launched a commemorative stamp PM Modi also took a walkthrough of the exhibition showcased on the occasionIndian Art Architecture amp Design Biennale IAADB will serve as an introduction to the cultural space in DelhiThe Prime Minister underlined the creation of cultural spaces in five cities namely Delhi Kolkata Mumbai Ahmedabad and Varanasi as a historic step and said that it will further enrich these cities culturallyHe informed that these centres will also put forward innovative ideas to enrich local artNoting the 7 important themes for the next 7 days the Prime Minister urged everyone to carry forward themes like Deshaj Bharat Design Indigenous Designs and Samatva Shaping the Built as a missionHe emphasised the importance of making indigenous design a part of study and research for the youth to further enrich it Noting that the equality theme celebrates the participation of women in the field of architecture he expressed confidence in the imagination and creativity of women to take this field to new heightsSpeaking about the inauguration of the Aatmanirbhar Bharat Centre for Design the Prime Minister said that it will provide a platform to promote unique and rare crafts of India while bringing together artisans and designers to help them innovate according to the marketArtisans will also gain knowledge about design development as well as become proficient in digital marketing the Prime Minister said as he expressed confidence that with modern knowledge and resources Indian craftsmen can leave their mark on the whole worldSimilarly he noted that Indias revival in the field of art and architecture will also contribute to the nations cultural upliftment Shri Modi also touched upon the heritage of Yoga Ayurveda and highlighted the new initiative of Mission LiFE for a sustainable lifestyle while keeping in mind Indias cultural valuesUnderlining that IAADB is proving to be a new step in this direction the Prime Minister highlighted the organisation of the International Museum Expo in May 2023 and the Festival of Libraries in August 2023 intending to institutionalise global cultural initiatives in India with modernized systemsPM Modi expressed his desire to create a name for Indian cultural initiatives like IAADB along with the likes of global initiatives such as Venice Sao Paulo Singapore Sydney and Sharjah Biennales as well as Dubai and London Art FairsHe emphasized the need for such organizations as it is art and culture that inculcate a way of life amidst the highs and lows of a heavily technologydependent societyArt and culture are essential to connecting the human mind with the inner self and recognizing its potential the Prime Minister remarkedUnion Minister for Culture G Kishan Reddy Union Ministers of State for Culture Arjun Ram Meghwal and Meenakshi Lekhi and Principal Architect at Diana Kellogg Architects Diana Kellogg were present on the occasion among others