NRIs laugh as Modi makes fun of PM's 'better times ahead' remark

Slamming the government, he said, “A government of Acts rather than Action, has paralysed India's polity into one of promises over performance. Institutions have been destroyed. A misleading sense of entitlement has further highlighted the missing delivery mechanism.”

He said the only thing holding back the nation brimming with potential and energy was the lack of good governance which “must change” and exhorted the country's leadership to rise to the challenge and firmly place good governance and good administration on the agenda.

As India completes 75 years of independence in 2022, Modi said it was possible that India develops to be globally competitive and admired as well as be locally inspiring and inclusive and gave the slogan of “United India - Grand India”.  

He also invoked Mahatma Gandhi for taking the nation forward and asked the Centre to celebrate his 150th birth anniversary five years later in a big way, as also the centenary year of Gandhi's return to India.  

Asking Indians abroad to participate in bringing a “change” in the country, he said NRIs should not be seen for their investment but should utilise their experience in India.  

“India faces a water shed election in a few months. At this crucial juncture in our nation's history, you too should not stay back. You must be a part of the revolution taking place. Try and come back to vote at the time of elections. If that is not possible, actively engage with the political process from wherever you are,” he said.