Fri Jan 24 01:10:18 UTC 2025: ## PM Modi Interacts with Students on Netaji’s Birthday, Discusses India’s 2047 Vision and Climate Action
**New Delhi, India** – Prime Minister Narendra Modi today interacted with students on Parakram Diwas, celebrating the birthday of Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose. The lively exchange covered India’s vision for 2047, the importance of environmental sustainability, and the role of youth in nation-building.
The Prime Minister engaged the students in a casual conversation, inquiring about their daily routines and lunchboxes, before turning the discussion to more substantive topics. Students expressed their aspirations for a developed India by 2047, citing the centennial of India’s independence as a significant milestone.
A key theme of the interaction was climate action. The students highlighted initiatives like the adoption of electric vehicles and the potential of solar energy to reduce India’s carbon footprint. PM Modi highlighted the government’s efforts, citing the deployment of over 10,000 electric buses nationwide and the PM Suryaghar Yojana, a scheme aimed at equipping homes with solar panels, thereby reducing electricity bills and even generating income for households. He emphasized the scheme’s role in combating climate change and promoting a sustainable future.
The conversation also touched upon the legacy of Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose, with students citing his inspiring slogan, “I will give you freedom,” as a source of motivation. The Prime Minister discussed Bose’s birthplace and the significance of the celebrations in Cuttack.
The interaction concluded with the Prime Minister’s emphasis on the pivotal role of young Indians in achieving the nation’s goals and building a sustainable and prosperous future. The event was widely shared on social media, showcasing the Prime Minister’s engagement with the younger generation.
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