WORLD DRAWN TO INVEST IN INDIA OWING TO ITS STRONG DEMOCRATIC FOUNDATIONS: LOK SABHA SPEAKER

Lok Sabha Secretariat WORLD DRAWN TO INVEST IN INDIA OWING TO ITS STRONG DEMOCRATIC FOUNDATIONS: LOK SABHA SPEAKER INDIA’S SOCIAL AND ECONOMIC TRANSFORMATION REFLECTS THE VISION AND RESILIENCE OF ITS BUSINESS COMMUNITY: LOK SABHA SPEAKER INDIA EMERGING AS A GLOBAL HUB FOR CLEAN AND GREEN ENERGY, OFFERING SOLUTIONS TO ENVIRONMENTAL AND CLIMATE CHALLENGES: LOK SABHA SPEAKER WOMEN’S PARTICIPATION ACROSS SECTORS RISING SIGNIFICANTLY; WOMEN TO PLAY A PIVOTAL ROLE IN BUILDING A DEVELOPED INDIA: LOK SABHA SPEAKER LOK SABHA SPEAKER INAUGURATES ‘INDIA@100: AN AGE OF A NEW DAWN’ TO MARK THE 125TH ANNIVERSARY OF THE BHARAT CHAMBER OF COMMERCE IN KOLKATA Posted On: 03 NOV 2025 6:08PM by PIB Delhi Lok Sabha Speaker Shri Om Birla today stated that the world is increasingly looking to invest in India, attracted by its strong and vibrant democratic system. Highlighting India’s remarkable economic and technological progress, he observed that under the visionary leadership of Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi, the nation is advancing rapidly towards becoming a global economic powerhouse. Shri Birla underscored the government's commitment to fostering a business-friendly environment by promoting minimum government, maximum governance, reducing bureaucratic hurdles, and enabling industrial expansion. Encouraging the private sector to enhance investment in research anddevelopment and match global standards, he welcomed the Prime Minister’s assurance that the government will complement such efforts, thereby strengthening India’s march towards global leadership in innovation. Shri Birla made these remarks while addressing the 125th Anniversary Celebrations of the Bharat Chamber of Commerce in Kolkata, held under the theme “INDIA@100: An Age of a New Dawn.” The event brought together distinguished leaders from industry and commerce, reflecting India’s economic progress and its aspirations as the nation approaches the centenary of Independence. Om Birla @ombirlakota·Follow उत्सव एवं संृ त क भूम कोलकाता म आज भारत चैम्बर ऑफ कॉमस क 125व वषगांठ समारोह के शुभारभं पर सलत होकर चैम्बर को संबोधत कया। सवा सौ साल पहल े ापत इस चैम्बर न े दश क आथक-औोगक प्रगत म महत्वपूण भूमका नभाई ह। आज इसके 125 साल के उत्सव क शुरुआत भी Show more 5:31 PM · Nov 3, 2025 227 Reply Copy link Read 5 replies Describing the Bharat Chamber of Commerce as a source of inspiration for business chambers across the country, Shri Birla praised its unwavering commitment to the public good and its pioneering efforts in promoting corporate social responsibility. He remarked that India’s remarkable transformation across social and economic spheres—even in an increasingly complex global environment—stands as a testament to the vision, resilience, and entrepreneurial spirit of its business community.Commending the Chamber for its historic contributions to India’s economic, industrial, and social development, he recalled its beginnings as the Marwari Chamber of Commerce. Shri Birla lauded the institution’s proud 125-year journey, characterized by resilience, foresight, and dedicated service to the nation.Om Birla ·Nov 3, 2025 @ombirlakota·Follow उत्सव एवं संृत क भूम कोलकाता म आज भारत चैम्बर ऑफ कॉमस क 125व वषगांठ समारोह के शुभारभं पर सलत होकर चैम्बर को संबोधत कया। सवा सौ साल पहल ेापत इस चैम्बर न ेदश क आथक-औोगक प्रगत म महत्वपूण भूमका नभाई ह। आज इसके 125 साल के उत्सव क शुरुआत भी Om Birla @ombirlakota·Follow मेरा अनुभव ह क आज ुनया भारत म इेस्ट करना चाहती ह, क भारत क लोकतांक व्यवा वश्व को आकषक करती ह। यहाँ ायी व मजबूत शासन लोग को बेहतर नीतगत नणय के प्रत आश्वस्त करता ह। नश्चय ही आन े वाल े समय म भारत समावेशी वकास क दशा म नए मानक ापत Show more 5:31 PM · Nov 3, 2025 182 Reply Copy link Read 3 repliesp Speaking on India’s democratic strength, Shri Birla stated that visionary leadership, coupled with stability and inclusiveness, has made India a model democracy for the world. He noted that democracy in India is not merely a system of governance, but a way of life deeply embedded in the nation’s social and cultural ethos. He further emphasized that India’s robust democratic institutions ensure policy continuity and foster investor confidence—both essential for sustaining long-term economic growth. He observed that where democracy thrives, strong and stable governance follows, enabling sound policy decisions and effective implementation. Shri Birla also highlighted India’s emergence as a global hub for innovation and research, noting that strong public–private collaboration in technology and R&D is propelling the country toward leadership in cutting-edge industries. Discussing the role of women and youth in inclusive development, Shri Birla stated that their rising participation across sectors reflects a profound social transformation. He noted that women’s engagement in diverse fields has increased significantly, and emphasized that they will continue to play a pivotal role in building a developed and self-reliant India. He also highlighted the contribution of youth and entrepreneurs in driving innovation, creativity, and enterprise, shaping the nation’s future with energy and vision. Reaffirming the vision of Atmanirbhar Bharat, Shri Birla called for closer collaboration among industry, government, and academia to build a resilient and self-sustaining economy. He observed that India is poised to become a global hub for clean and green energy, and expressed confidence that the nation will lead the world in addressing environmental and climate challenges in the years ahead. Acknowledging West Bengal’s historic and ongoing contributions to India’s progress, Shri Birla remarked that the state has long been a cradle of intellectual, cultural, and industrial excellence. He noted that Bengal has produced eminent thinkers, poets, reformers, and industrial pioneers, and has been at the heart of India’s freedom movement. He added that the state's enduring spirit of innovation, creativity, and enterprise continues to inspire the nation. *** AM (Release ID: 2185964) Visitor Counter : 248 Read this release in: Urdu , ही