PM Narendra Modi hails achievers at Amazing Indians event

NEW DELHI: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday said that in our country most narratives have been built around the lives of those in power, while efforts and stories of those who had to struggle to achieve noble objectives or serve the society had rarely been recognised.

The PM added that most great achievers around the world have been those who overcame personal hardships and yet contributed to society. A teacher in India who might have inspired hundreds of young children to become responsible members of society, often remains unnoticed while even a relatively junior political functionary is honoured, the PM said. He gave several illustrations from the Ramayana and Mahabharata, and recalled the Panj Pyaaras, and the brave Maratha warriors who were part of Chhatrapati Shivaji’s army.

The PM gave away the “Times NOW” Amazing Indians Awards 2016 on Thursday. The awards are given in recognition of great achievements in the face of adversity. He also complimented Times Now for discovering and presenting to the world at large stories of achievers and said their work would inspire many others. MK Anand, MD & CEO, Times Network, said the PM's presence and encouragement is something the winners of the Amazing Indian finale will cherish for ever. "Times Network channels are a catalyst for Change and Action.

Our effort to recognise and bring stories of Action heroes to our audience is an extension of this celebration of Action. Through our Amazing Indians series, we shall continue to feature such everyday heroes of action." he said.

Arnab Goswami, president-News Times Network, said, “The Prime Minister’s inspirational speech will inspire more such stories of amazing Indians from every nook and corner of this country to the centre stage.”