Modi said he wants to “build a future, when every Indian, can say, yes, my life has improved and my environment has become better.
“I am confident that we will achieve it with the support of the people of India, and through the talent and energy of 800 million youth, below the age of 35. A generation that is eager for change and committed to work for it,” he added.
The Prime Minister referred to various initiatives by his government in infrastructure development and said the aim was to improve quality of life in cities and villages alike. “India is experiencing urbanisation at a rapid pace. Studies suggest that by 2031, 11 per cent of the world's urban population might be in Indian cities.
“We already have over 50 cities which have a population of more than 1 million. Urbanisation can be an enormous opportunity. In India, we have yet to build much of our urban infrastructure for the future.
“Our plans include 100 smart cities; revival of heritage cities; building modern solid waste management and waste water treatment systems in 500 cities; and, cleaning up our rivers,” he said.
He said, “This is part of our larger vision of a sustainable future for our country, and transforming the quality of life of our people. In cities and villages alike.” Noting the India was looking forward to closer partnership with “friends” like Australia, Modi said a lot was achieved in the last few days.
