The Grameen Bharat Mahotsav 2025 will kick off at 10:30 AM today at Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi. In addition to inaugurating the event, PM Modi is also scheduled to address the gathering. The theme of this year’s Mahotsav is ‘Building a Resilient Rural India for a Viksit Bharat 2047,’ reflecting the government’s vision for a sustainable and thriving rural economy.

The Mahotsav, which will run from January 4 to 9, is aimed at celebrating Rural India’s entrepreneurial spirit and cultural heritage. It will serve as a platform for discussions, workshops, and masterclasses, with a focus on enhancing rural infrastructure, building self-reliant economies, and fostering innovation in rural communities. According to an official statement from the Prime Minister’s office, the festival will play a vital role in promoting economic stability and financial security in rural areas, with particular attention to the North-East region.

The event aims to address financial inclusion and promote sustainable agricultural practices, two crucial elements in ensuring the long-term prosperity of rural populations. A special emphasis will be placed on empowering rural women through entrepreneurship, offering them the tools to contribute more effectively to their communities’ economic growth.

Moreover, the Grameen Bharat Mahotsav will bring together key stakeholders from various sectors, including government officials, thought leaders, rural entrepreneurs, artisans, and rural community members. These stakeholders will collaborate to create a roadmap for collective rural transformation. The festival will also feature vibrant cultural performances and exhibitions showcasing India’s rich heritage, providing a glimpse into the traditions that make rural India unique.

In a related development on Friday, PM Modi inaugurated 1,675 newly constructed flats for residents of Jhuggi Jhopri (JJ) clusters under the In-Situ Slum Rehabilitation Project. He also handed over keys to eligible beneficiaries at Swabhiman Apartments in Ashok Vihar, Delhi, further demonstrating the government’s commitment to improving the living conditions of urban poor communities.

As the Grameen Bharat Mahotsav unfolds, it is poised to become a significant event in shaping India’s rural future, advancing the Prime Minister’s vision of a developed, self-reliant India by 2047.

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“Our history books have done injustice to our heroes. Our history has been manipulated and doctored, creating a monopoly of a few who claimed they gained us independence. This is an unbearable pain on our conscience,” Dhankhar remarked. He described Raja Mahendra Pratap as a visionary diplomat, statesman, and nationalist, praising his patriotism and farsightedness.

Dhankhar expressed dismay over the lack of recognition for figures like Raja Mahendra Pratap, stating, “We are in the 75th year of our independence, yet we have failed, miserably failed, to recognize the heroic feats of this great man. The foundations of our independence were built on the supreme sacrifices of people like Raja Mahendra Pratap Singh.”

He also recalled Raja Mahendra Pratap’s nomination for the Nobel Peace Prize in 1932 for his role in supporting Gandhi’s campaign in South Africa, underscoring his global influence.

The Vice President emphasized the importance of acknowledging historical events like the Mangar Hill massacre of 1913, where over 1,500 tribal people were killed by British forces, which predates the Jallianwala Bagh massacre. He also highlighted the need to recognize contributions from leaders like Birsa Munda, Chaudhary Charan Singh, and Karpoori Thakur.

On the contributions of farmers, Dhankhar noted their vital role in India’s development. He urged a resolution of farmers’ issues through dialogue, stating, “The path to a developed Bharat is through the farmland. The resolution of farmers’ issues should happen swiftly. If the farmer is troubled, the honor and pride of the nation are severely affected.”

The Vice President also reflected on Raja Mahendra Pratap’s advocacy for honoring freedom fighters, recounting his proposal in the Lok Sabha to recognize Veer Savarkar, Virendra Kumar Ghose, and Dr. Bhupendranath Datta. He called for collective efforts to ensure the due recognition of such figures, adding, “We are not helpless. Let us get together and ensure this great son of Mother Bharat is given the due recognition he deserves.”

Dhankhar concluded by reiterating his commitment to resolving farmers’ challenges and honoring India’s forgotten heroes, describing these actions as essential for building a developed and united nation.

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