Prime Minister Narendra Modi, on Saturday, led the 10th Governing Council meeting of Niti Aayog. During the meeting, he emphasized the power of unity between the Centre and states. According to him, joint efforts could help the country achieve its development goals much faster. "We have to increase the speed of development. If the Centre and all the States come together and work together like Team India, no goal is impossible," he said.

Focus on a Common Goal: Viksit Bharat

The meeting took place under the theme 'Viksit Rajya for Viksit Bharat@2047'. Modi underlined that building a developed India is a dream shared by every citizen. Furthermore, he pointed out that the nation can only progress if all states grow together. "When every state is Viksit, then Bharat will be Viksit. This is the aspiration of its 140 crore citizens," the Prime Minister stated.

Push to Boost Tourism

Moreover, Modi urged each state to focus on developing at least one tourist destination. He said the destination should match international standards. According to him, this would not only attract more visitors but also improve nearby cities.

"States should develop at least one tourist destination per State at par with global standards and by providing all facilities and infrastructure. One State: One Global Destination. It would also lead to the development of the neighbouring cities as tourist places," he said.

Promoting Women's Inclusion in Workforce

In addition, the Prime Minister talked about women’s participation in the economy. He said the government must make laws and policies to support women in workplaces with dignity. "We must make laws, policies so that they can be respectfully integrated in the workforce," he added.

Policies Should Lead to Real Change

Meanwhile, Modi also stressed that the public should benefit directly from government policies. He explained that visible change strengthens public trust and turns efforts into movements.

"We should work in a manner so that policies implemented bring change in the lives of common citizens. Only when people feel the change, it strengthens the change and transforms the change into a movement," Modi said.

Finally, he concluded, "We have a great opportunity as a team to fulfil the aspirations of 140 Crore people."

Niti Aayog's Key Role in Governance

The Niti Aayog Governing Council serves as its top decision-making body. It includes the Prime Minister, all state chief ministers, Union ministers, and lieutenant governors of Union Territories.

Notably, this was the Prime Minister’s first major meeting with them after Operation Sindoor.