Whatever the language, our culture is Indian: PM Modi
India Today
Speaking to the Indian diaspora in Copenhagen, PM Modi said due to India's vast diversity, people may have different food choices and languages but have the same Indian culture.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday interacted with the Indian diaspora on his visit to Denmark's Copenhagen and invoked inclusiveness and cultural diversity in his speech. Whatever the language, our culture is Indian, he said.
PM Modi said, "Inclusiveness and cultural diversity is the strength of the Indian community. We believe in 'Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam' - one world."
He stated that due to India's vast diversity, people may have different food choices and languages but have the same Indian culture.
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“We stand together to defend the country, for nation building," he added.
PM Modi, who arrived in Denmark on the second leg of his three-nation Europe trip, also said whatever India is achieving today, it is the achievement of about one-fifth of humanity.
In his address, PM Modi also spoke about climate change, environment and the Green Strategic Partnership. He invoked 'Life' and said the focus should be on LIFE- Lifestyle For Environment, to tackle climate change.
