PM Modi chairs meeting for commemoration of Pt. Nehru's 125th birth anniversary

Prime Minister Narendra Modi today chaired a meeting of the national committee for commemoration of the 125th birth anniversary of Pt. Jawaharlal Nehru.

Prime Minister Modi expressed hope that the entire set of activities would be conducted in such a way that the common man became a part of the celebrations. He said this opportunity must be used to increase awareness about 'Chacha Nehru' among the younger generation, and seek inspiration from his life and work. The Prime Minister called upon the committee members to work towards a clear delineation of the events and programmes.

Prime Minister Modi highlighted the proposed 'Bal Swachhta Mission' to be organized in schools across the country between 14th and 19th November and proposal to celebrate the 125th anniversary of Nehru as 'Year of Bal Swachhta'. The Prime Minister also said 'promotion of scientific temper among children' would be a prominent objective of the celebrations. He invited suggestions on these and any other related subjects.

Various members welcomed and appreciated the objectives mentioned by the Prime Minister. They expressed a range of views and gave constructive suggestions on the agenda.

Prime Minister Modi said the suggestions would be reviewed by the executive committee chaired by Union Home Minister Rajnath Singh. The executive committee will work out the action plan for the entire year.

Commemorative coins on Pt. Nehru will be released as part of the celebrations.

Union Ministers Rajnath Singh, Arun Jaitley, Smriti Irani, Shripad Naik and Prakash Javadekar were among those who attended the meeting.