Union Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal praised Union Home Minister Amit Shah for leading India’s efforts to eradicate Naxalism, emphasizing meticulous planning and execution in affected areas. Goyal commended Shah’s governance style, highlighting the transformation of regions previously plagued by Naxalism. He lauded Modi and Shah as governance role models, emphasizing their structured approach to planning and program implementation.
Goyal noted the significant economic and infrastructure developments in districts once impacted by Left-wing extremism, citing Gadchiroli in Maharashtra as an example of industrial growth and job creation. He emphasized the government’s focus on enhancing infrastructure, digital connectivity, and industrial expansion to address new challenges. Goyal underscored the importance of innovation and entrepreneurship in driving India’s future progress, particularly in converting ideas into marketable products through incubation centers.
The minister stressed that innovation should prioritize improving people’s lives, fostering economic growth, and enhancing productivity. He highlighted the need to extend innovation initiatives to smaller towns for increased digital access and mentorship opportunities, enabling youth to establish startups and global enterprises.
