Haryana’s Energy, Transport and Labour Minister, Sh. Anil Vij today said that “The Prime Minister has given the slogan ‘Vocal for Local’, meaning we should produce and use goods within our own country. Employment will increase only when we manufacture these items domestically and use products made in India.”
Sh. Vij added that under the dynamic leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, India has not only made historic strides toward self-reliance but also established a strong identity on the global stage. His visionary policies have driven rapid development in agriculture, industry, health, education, Digital India, startups, women empowerment and infrastructure.
Sh. Vij was addressing farmers as the chief guest at a program organized at Krishi Vigyan Kendra, Tepla (Ambala) under the Prime Minister Kisan Utsav initiative. Earlier, Prime Minister Modi transferred Rs. 20,500 crores to the bank accounts of 9.7 crore farmers across the country through an online process from Varanasi under the PM-Kisan Samman Nidhi scheme.
“The current government has eliminated middlemen” – Vij
Sh. Vij expressed joy on the occasion of the 20th installment being transferred under the PM-Kisan scheme. In Ambala district alone, Rs. 9.28 crore was transferred to 46,431 beneficiary farmers. He contrasted this with the past, citing that during Rajiv Gandhi’s time, only Rs. 15 out of every Rs.100 actually reached beneficiaries due to middlemen. The BJP government has eliminated these middlemen, and now funds are directly transferred to beneficiaries’ accounts.
He added that since the scheme's inception in 2019, Rs. 3.69 lakh crore has been distributed to farmers up to the 19th installment, and today, Rs. 20,500 crore was transferred to 9.57 crore farmers under the 20th installment.
“PM Modi sees farmers not just as a vote bank but as nation-builders” – Vij
The Minister praised the Prime Minister for recognizing farmers as nation-builders and for connecting agriculture with modernity. He highlighted the goal of making India a developed nation by 2047, emphasizing the farmer’s key role. With 65 percent of the population dependent on agriculture, India must focus on its development journey under PM Modi’s leadership.
“We must manufacture and use goods within our country” – Vij
Reiterating the “Vocal for Local” message, Sh.Vij emphasized that domestic production and consumption would boost employment. He noted India’s progress in defense, stating that earlier ammunition was imported, but now India’s defense exports are in demand globally. He praised the Indian Army’s recent successful operation under PM Modi’s leadership and noted the global increase in respect for Indians.
He mentioned that PM Modi has been honored by over 27 countries and is warmly welcomed during foreign visits, reflecting India’s growing global reputation.
“Work is ongoing to bring Indus River water to dry farmlands in Haryana, Punjab, Rajasthan, Uttar Pradesh” – Vij
Sh. Vij criticized the Congress and its allies, claiming that during Nehru’s time, 80% of the Indus River’s water was given to Pakistan, leaving only 20% for India. PM Modi has suspanded the Indus Water Treaty and is initiating projects to redirect that water to Indian farms. Efforts are ongoing to ensure the Indus water reaches thirsty fields in various states.
He praised Haryana CM Nayab Singh Saini for working consistently for the upliftment of all sections and for driving the state's rapid progress.
“Agricultural scientists should spread awareness among farmers” – Vij
Sh. Vij urged scientists to help farmers progress using modern technology. He asked them to spread awareness about crops, fertilizers and seeds so that farmers can achieve new milestones in agriculture.
“PM transferred PM-Kisan funds to farmers”
During the event, PM Modi addressed farmers via video conferencing from Varanasi and transferred the PM-Kisan funds directly into their accounts. He also delivered an encouraging message to farmers, promoting advancement and modernization, which was watched and heard by all present.
“Remaining section from Saha to Highway to be made four-lane soon” – Vij
Sh.Vij said that a network of roads is being developed in the state. He thanked Union Minister Nitin Gadkari for approving road projects related to Ambala. While the Ambala–Saha four-lane road is already built, the remaining section from Saha to the highway will also be four-laned soon, and the approval has been granted.
Rs.9.28 crore transferred to 46,431 Ambala farmers' accounts
Welcoming the chief guest, Dr. Jaswinder Saini (Deputy Director, Agriculture) said that under the 20th installment of PM-Kisan, Rs. 9.28 crore was transferred to 46,431 farmers in Ambala district. Dr. Rajendra Kumar Singh and Dr. Upasana Singh (KVK Tepla Head) also presented a memento to the chief guest. Upon arrival, SDM Vinesh Kumar and Dr. Rajendra Kumar Singh greeted the chief guest with a bouquet.
On this occasion SDM Vinesh Kumar, Dr. Rajendra Kumar Singh, Dr. Jaswinder Saini, Dr. Amit Kumar, Dr. Rajan Mishra, Dr. Vikram, Dr. Virender Singh, Abhay Kumar, BJP leaders Kiran Pal Chauhan, Vikas Bahgal, Vipin Khanna, Councilor Sanjeev Atri, Udyam Singh, and other officials and dignitaries were also present.