Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi has made an emphatic case that “Democracy can deliver, democracy has delivered”.

Speaking at the United Nations General Assembly, the Indian leader noted that his country was a land of opportunity. As he said, a child who sold tea at the age of four has had the opportunity to lead India, the mother of democracy, and address the UN four times.

This empowerment is one among the many miracles of Indian democracy, he said.

PM Modi stressed that India is one sixth of the world. Therefore, when India grows the world grows. When India reforms the world transforms. Through various transformational development programmes, it is contributing to global development and ensuring that “no one is left behind”.

India's tech innovations are helping the world whether it be ensuring financial inclusion through UPI or improving vaccination drive in the fight against COVID-19 through Cowin app.

Through “seva parmo dharm”, India has successfully overcome various constraints and innovated vaccines including the world’s first DNA vaccine. It is also working on a nasal vaccine and a MNRA vaccine. This is possible through the hard work of various stakeholders including scientists, doctors, front line workers and others. All are invited to come to India and partner in this noble mission.

Aatmanirbhar Bharat is aimed at expanding global value chains. India is a trustworthy and democratic partner for global industrial diversification.

India is ensuring a balance between economy and ecology, and the world can take pride in India’s efforts to combat climate change.

PM Modi noted the importance of reaching out to all humanity.

“Today is also birth anniversary of Pandit Deendayal Upadhyaya, who gave the messages of integral humanism and Antyodaya. We are committed to his message of ‘expansion of the self, moving from individual to the society, the nation and entire humanity’.”

Indian PM Modi ended his speech with a quote from Nobel laureate Rabindra Nath Tagore: “Continue to work on your path without fear, and all weaknesses and apprehensions will vanish.”