Development and nationalism should be seen through the prism of the Preamble of the Constitution: Dhankhar

Vice President Jagdeep Dhankhar said on Monday (December 16, 2024) that development, nationalism, security, people’s welfare and positive government planning should be viewed only through the ‘single prism’ of the preamble of the Constitution.

Addressing a function organized here on the occasion of the seventh Raksha Sampada Diwas, he also mentioned his position on the dais where he was flanked by the Director General of Defense Sampada on his right and the Secretary of the Ex-Servicemen Welfare Department. to his left.

“When I occupied the central seat (platform) here, I remembered my position as Speaker of the Rajya Sabha. When I was sitting as Speaker (in the Rajya Sabha), the government was on my right, the opposition on my left,” he said.

Here, on the right, DG, defense assets, “I’m sure, I have no problem with him” and “fortunately for me, on my left” Secretary, Department of Ex-Servicemen Welfare, “constructive, directional, persuasive, always helpful”, VP to the opposition Said in a clear context.

“I will today take this message to the Upper House of Parliament where we begin the debate on the Constitution as we enter the last quarter of a century since the adoption of the Constitution of India on November 26, 1949,” Mr. Dhankhar said.

The Vice President said he was “truly indebted” to the public for attending the event and ensuring they started their day with “hope and optimism”.

“We are in a nation full of hope and potential. A nation with possibilities. A nation on the rise, an unstoppable nation. Growth has been seen in every aspect of governance, be it sea, land, sky or space,” he asserted.

I will say ‘this is the right time’, even if people read politics into it, ‘this is the right time’. People should look at big, positive government schemes only through one prism, and that is through the prism of the Preamble of our Constitution,” Mr. Dhankhar said.

The society should appreciate it, said the Vice President.

“If not us, who else will be proud of the nation. But, how ironic sometimes, when a small section of people choose otherwise and I say out of ignorance. But, one thing is sure, our speed is increasing,” he said and the success of the Chandrayaan-3 mission. quoted.

In his address, Mr. Dhankhar also suggested that defense assets should be “evolved” beyond traditional assets, these should be developed into “self-sustaining ecosystems” and enhance military readiness, community welfare, nutritional security. “There can be no greater opportunity than this to transform these areas into wellness centers,” he said and suggested the idea of ​​herb gardens.

On the path to ‘Bikash India in 2047’, precision land management and productive utilization is paramount. “And, therefore I appeal to you – optimal utilization of your land bank, which should be holistic and innovative,” the VP said.

In his address, Dhankhar also talked about climate change.

‘Ek Ped Maa Ke Naam’ became a campaignPeople’s Movement‘ (people’s movement), he said, and also suggested promoting collaboration with agencies like the Indian Council of Agricultural Research (ICAR), which he felt could “set a global benchmark”.

He said regarding the resolution of disputes related to defense assets, “Like diseases where prevention and precautions should be taken rather than treatment, disputes should also be resolved without external intervention.”

“Without going into details, great attention should be paid to transparency and accountability,” the Vice President said. “When there are development issues, which are beyond your property, and require your approval, it should be structured, it should be mathematical,” he added.