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Bhishma Narayan Singh, one of the distinguished guests on the occasion of Global Friendship Day struck the right note when he spoke at length about India’s economic development, and how it is emerging as a role model for other countries.
“Indira Gandhi laid the foundation for the sustenance of our economy. We need to reshape and restructure our system and solve problems by involving people in the process more directly.” He also mentioned that we “need to strengthen our indigenous technology to develop the global economy.”
Rohit Kochhar, chairman of Kochhar & Co, began on a facetious note by saying that he would be brief and won’t tax the patience of those present there.He was all praise for Baroness Sandeep Verma, saying, “We are here to doff our hat to our NRI achievers. Baroness Sandeep Verma, in addition to having the rare honour of making it to the House of Lords, has also pioneered a primary education project for 720 students in a UP district.”
Baroness Sandeep Verma talked about her love and attachment for India, which she left when she was about nine months. “I have always loved India and feel great whenever I get an opportunity to come here. With the winds of liberalization sweeping through India, and the country becoming more investor-friendly, things are really looking up for the largest democracy in the world. I am a Gandhian by principle and I deeply believe in his unforgettable line: ‘If you want change, be it.’ And with the upward swing in Indian economy, we have a message: We want to work with you and be a part of shining India.” No doubt, the sentiment was bullish.
One of the youngest members of the Canadian Parliament, Ruby Dhalla got nostalgic about the Komagata Maru, chartered in 1914 with 376 Indians aboard which was not allowed to enter Canada due to racial discrimination. The pretty MP from Canada draped a black sequined sari for the occasion and made heads turn.