New Delhi, Prime Minister Narendra Modi is set to play a pivotal role in a momentous event as he participates in the culmination of the ‘Meri Maati Mera Desh’ campaign’s Amrit Kalash Yatra at Kartavya Path on October 31, 2023, at approximately 5 PM. This landmark program will also mark the closing ceremony of the Azadi Ka Amrit Mahotsav, which commenced on March 12, 2021, to celebrate India’s 75 years of independence.
During the event, Prime Minister Modi will lay the foundation stone of the Amrit Vatika and the Amrit Mahotsav Memorial. This symbolic gesture will pay homage to the heroic sacrifices made by countless freedom fighters who dedicated their lives to India’s independence. The event will see thousands of Amrit Kalash Yatris from across the country coming together to stand united against corruption and uphold the nation’s integrity.
One of the notable highlights of the occasion will be the launch of the ‘Mera Yuva Bharat’ (MY Bharat) platform, designed to empower and engage the youth of the country. This platform, established as an autonomous body, aims to provide a comprehensive one-stop solution for the nation’s young citizens. It aligns with Prime Minister Modi’s vision of offering equitable opportunities to every youth in India, leveraging technology to enable them to achieve their aspirations and contribute to the development of a ‘Viksit Bharat.’
The ‘Meri Maati Mera Desh’ campaign, designed as a tribute to the valiant Veers and Veeranganas who made the ultimate sacrifice for the nation, has encompassed a multitude of activities and ceremonies at various levels, ranging from Panchayat/Village to the National level. These activities included the construction of ‘Shilaphalakam’ (Memorial) to express gratitude to the bravehearts, ‘Panch Pran’ pledge-taking ceremonies, sapling planting of indigenous species, and felicitation ceremonies for freedom fighters and the families of deceased freedom fighters (Veeron ka Vandan).
The campaign has achieved remarkable success, with over 2.3 lakh Shilaphalakams built across 36 States/Union Territories, nearly 4 crore Panch Pran pledge selfies uploaded, 2 Lakh plus ‘Veeron ka Vandan’ programs conducted nationwide, more than 2.36 crore indigenous saplings planted, and 2.63 lakh Amrit Vatikas created under the Vasudha Vandan theme throughout the country.
The Amrit Kalash Yatra, a part of the campaign, involved collecting soil and rice grains from over 6 lakh villages in rural areas and from wards in urban areas, symbolizing unity and ‘Ek Bharat Shreshtha Bharat.’ On October 30, 2023, all states and Union Territories, represented by their respective blocks and Urban Local bodies, will combine mitti from their Kalash in one giant Amrit Kalash, and on October 31, Prime Minister Modi will address the assembled Amrit Kalash Yatris.
The Amrit Vatika and Amrit Mahotsav Memorial, constructed with soil collected from every corner of the nation, will stand as a lasting tribute to the sacrifices and valor of India’s freedom fighters.
This momentous occasion will not only conclude the ‘Meri Maati Mera Desh’ campaign but also mark the end of the Azadi Ka Amrit Mahotsav, celebrating India’s 75 years of independence. The launch of ‘Mera Yuva Bharat’ will further empower the nation’s youth and enable them to play a pivotal role in shaping the nation’s future as community change agents and nation builders. ‘MY Bharat’ will act as a bridge between the government and citizens, facilitating ‘Youth-Led Development’ across the country.
