ENRICHING AGRICULTURE THROUGH INNOVATION AND TECHNOLOGY

I am delighted to participate in the inauguration of the Kisan Mela organised by the Punjab Agriculture University. My greetings to the Kisans, Vice Chancellor, faculty members, research scientists and students of the University. I congratulate the Kisans of Punjab and the members of this University for promoting technology based intensive agriculture in this area leading to food security and growth in export potential of the nation.

Evolution of First Green Revolution

TEACHERS - BEST MINDS OF A NATION

<p class="title1">Three of my teachers</p><p>Dear listeners of All India Radio and teachers, my greetings to all of you.</p><p>I am talking to you on the special occasion of teachers' day. On this day, we gratefully remember the great educationist Dr. Sarvepalli Radhakrishnan, whose dream was that "Teachers should be the best minds in the country".

LEADERSHIP FOR RURAL TRANSFORMATION

I am indeed delighted to be here today amidst the distinguished members of the Ludhiana Management Association. My greetings to the President of the Association, office bearers and other members of the Ludhiana Management Association. I would like to share some of my thoughts to give a road map for Developed India with specific emphasis on rural development.

Vision for Developed India

VISION - MISSION & PROSPERITY

ADDRESS

1. Why can't we have a Space Institution like NASA?

Chauhan Kartik V., Std XII(B)

Matru Mandir English Medium School

Ans: We have the Indian Space Research Organization (ISRO), which is equivalent to NASA.

2. On one hand we are talking about bringing 100% literacy in the country. On the other hand, day by day the education is becoming more and more expensive. How can a rational balance be brought about between the two. Is it possible? If so, how?

Yagika, Std. XII(A)

Shree Kasturba High School

"Teachers' role in Nation Building"

I am indeed delighted to participate in the Teachers award function. I realize it is very important to recognize teachers from different schools. My greetings to all the awardees, who have worked consistently for many years, to achieve this recognition.

I would consider it appropriate to hear the experiences of some of you during this occasion which will enable other teachers to emulate in their profession.

Let me narrate one of my experiences

Put the students, decades ahead

THE DYNAMICS OF DIGITAL LIBRARY

I am indeed delighted to participate in this beautiful function and launch the Digital Library of India Portal. After hearing today's proceedings, I am convinced that India has taken the initiative at the right time, which will have economic and social impact. The Carnegie Mellon University (CMU), Pittsburgh and the Indian Institute of Science (IISc), Bangalore are partners in this mission. It is an important programme piloted by the Ministry of Communication and Information Technology (MCIT). My greetings to all of you.

Shaping of the young minds

I am indeed delighted to be here with you. I always enjoy interactions with student community. When I am in the midst of the young, I thought of sharing some of my experiences.

Indomitable spirit