PM Modi Writes Open Letter To 'Dear Family', Seeks Support For 'Viksit Bharat'

Ahead of the announcement of the Lok Sabha elections schedule, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday wrote an ‘open letter’ to all citizens of the country and sought suggestions for shaping the Union government’s “Viksit Bharat” (developed India) agenda.

Addressing the people of the country as “Dear family member”, PM Modi in his letter highlighted the schemes that were introduced by the BJP-led central government in its two terms (2014 and 2019) and also sought suggestions from the people to fulfil the resolve of a Viksit Bharat, or developed India.

“The transformation that has taken place in the lives of the people is the biggest achievement of our government over the last 10 years. These transformative outcomes are the result of the sincere efforts made by a determined government to improve the quality of life for the poor, farmers, youth and women,” the PM wrote in his letter.

Highlight the success of several schemes brought by the Centre, PM Modi added, “The success of efforts such as pucca houses through Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana, access to electricity, water and LPG for all, free medical treatments through Ayushman Bharat, financial help to farmers, assistance to women through Matru Vandana Yojana and many more has been possible only due to the trust that you have placed in me.”

He further emphasised that India is moving forward with a focus on both tradition and modernity. PM Modi stated that the country has seen both “unprecedented construction” of next-generation infrastructure and a “rejuvenation of our rich national and cultural heritage”.

“The beauty of democracy lies in Janbhagidari or public participation. It is your support that gives me the immense strength to take bold decisions for the nation’s welfare, draw up aspirational plans and implement them smoothly,” he said, adding, “I need and indeed, look forward to your ideas, suggestions and support as we work to fulfil the resolve of building a Viksit Bharat. I am confident that we will continue to take our nation to great heights together.”