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I pay tributes to the great Swami Vivekananda on his Jayanti. His was a life devoted to national regeneration. He has motivated many youngsters to work towards nation building. Let us keep working together to fulfil the dreams he had for our nation.

Congratulations to my dear friend Prime Minister @markrutte and best wishes for a successful fourth term in office. Confident that we will together advance the wide-ranging partnership between India and the Netherlands to new heights.

At 4 PM tomorrow, 12th January, 11 new medical colleges will be inaugurated in Tamil Nadu. These medical colleges will augment health infrastructure and ensure affordable healthcare to the people of Tamil Nadu. https://www.pib.gov.in/PressReleseDetail.aspx?PRID=1788870 …

Tomorrow, on the special occasion of Swami Vivekananda’s Jayanti, I would be addressing the 25th National Youth Festival being held in Puducherry. The programme begins at 11 AM. https://www.pib.gov.in/PressReleseDetail.aspx?PRID=1788871 …

India began administering Precaution Doses. Kudos to those who have got vaccinated today. I would request all those who are eligible to get vaccinated. As we all know, vaccination remains among the most effective means to fight COVID-19.

On the 12th, I would be taking part in the 25th National Youth Festival via video conferencing. Apart from asking my young friends to join the programme, I also urge them to share their inputs as well. Always a delight to hear from India’s talented youth. http://nm-4.com/IkLkCH 

Had extensive discussions on the prevailing COVID-19 situation. Reviewed the preparedness of healthcare infrastructure, the vaccination drive, including for youngsters between 15 and 18, and ensuring continuation on non-COVID healthcare services. https://pib.gov.in/PressReleasePage.aspx?PRID=1788788 …

ਮਾਤਾ ਗੁਜਰੀ, ਸ੍ਰੀ ਗੁਰੂ ਗੋਬਿੰਦ ਸਿੰਘ ਜੀ ਅਤੇ ਚਾਰ ਸਾਹਿਬਜ਼ਾਦਿਆਂ ਦੀ ਬਹਾਦਰੀ ਅਤੇ ਆਦਰਸ਼ ਲੱਖਾਂ ਲੋਕਾਂ ਨੂੰ ਬਲ ਬਖਸ਼ਦੇ ਹਨ। ਉਹ ਕਦੇ ਵੀ ਬੇਇਨਸਾਫ਼ੀ ਅੱਗੇ ਨਹੀਂ ਝੁਕੇ। ਉਨ੍ਹਾਂ ਨੇ ਇੱਕ ਅਜਿਹੀ ਦੁਨੀਆ ਦੀ ਕਲਪਨਾ ਕੀਤੀ ਜੋ ਸਮਾਵੇਸ਼ੀ ਅਤੇ ਇਕਸੁਰ ਹੈ। ਵੱਧ ਤੋਂ ਵੱਧ ਲੋਕਾਂ ਨੂੰ ਇਨ੍ਹਾਂ ਬਾਰੇ ਜਾਣਨਾ ਸਮੇਂ ਦੀ ਜ਼ਰੂਰਤ ਹੈ।

'ਵੀਰ ਬਾਲ ਦਿਵਸ' ਉਸੇ ਦਿਨ ਮਨਾਇਆ ਜਾਵੇਗਾ ਜਿਸ ਦਿਨ ਸਾਹਿਬਜ਼ਾਦਾ ਬਾਬਾ ਜ਼ੋਰਾਵਰ ਸਿੰਘ ਜੀ ਅਤੇ ਸਾਹਿਬਜ਼ਾਦਾ ਬਾਬਾ ਫ਼ਤਹਿ ਸਿੰਘ ਜੀ ਨੂੰ ਕੰਧ ਵਿੱਚ ਜਿੰਦਾ ਚਿਣਵਾ ਕੇ ਸ਼ਹੀਦ ਕੀਤਾ ਗਿਆ ਸੀ। ਇਨ੍ਹਾਂ ਦੋਹਾਂ ਮਹਾਪੁਰਖਾਂ ਨੇ ਧਰਮ ਦੇ ਨੇਕ ਸਿਧਾਂਤਾਂ ਤੋਂ ਭਟਕਣ ਦੀ ਬਜਾਏ ਮੌਤ ਨੂੰ ਤਰਜੀਹ ਦਿੱਤੀ।

ਅੱਜ, ਸ਼੍ਰੀ ਗੁਰੂ ਗੋਬਿੰਦ ਸਿੰਘ ਜੀ ਦੇ ਪ੍ਰਕਾਸ਼ ਪੁਰਬ ਦੇ ਸ਼ੁਭ ਅਵਸਰ 'ਤੇ, ਮੈਨੂੰ ਇਹ ਦੱਸਦੇ ਹੋਏ ਮਾਣ ਮਹਿਸੂਸ ਹੋ ਰਿਹਾ ਹੈ ਕਿ ਇਸ ਵਰ੍ਹੇ ਤੋਂ 26 ਦਸੰਬਰ ਨੂੰ 'ਵੀਰ ਬਾਲ ਦਿਵਸ' ਵਜੋਂ ਮਨਾਇਆ ਜਾਵੇਗਾ। ਇਹ ਸਾਹਿਬਜ਼ਾਦਿਆਂ ਦੇ ਸਾਹਸ ਅਤੇ ਉਨ੍ਹਾਂ ਦੀ ਨਿਆਂ ਦੀ ਖੋਜ ਪ੍ਰਤੀ ਢੁਕਵੀਂ ਸ਼ਰਧਾਂਜਲੀ ਹੈ।

The bravery and ideals of Mata Gujri, Sri Guru Gobind Singh Ji and the 4 Sahibzades give strength to millions of people. They never bowed to injustice. They envisioned a world that is inclusive and harmonious. It is the need of the hour for more people to know about them.

‘Veer Baal Diwas’ will be on the same day Sahibzada Zorawar Singh Ji and Sahibzada Fateh Singh Ji attained martyrdom after being sealed alive in a wall. These two greats preferred death instead of deviating from the noble principles of Dharma.

Today, on the auspicious occasion of the Parkash Purab of Sri Guru Gobind Singh Ji, I am honoured to share that starting this year, 26th December shall be marked as ‘Veer Baal Diwas.’ This is a fitting tribute to the courage of the Sahibzades and their quest for justice.

Greetings to everyone, especially the Indian diaspora on Pravasi Bharatiya Diwas. Our diaspora has distinguished itself all over the world and has excelled in different spheres. At the same time, they have remained connected to their roots. We are proud of their accomplishments.

Best wishes to our colleague @DrSJaishankar Ji on his birthday. He has been making outstanding contributions to Indian foreign policy as an officer and now as a Minister. His strategic insights are also very valuable. Praying for his long and healthy life.