Prime Minister Narendra Modi has said that farmers are the strong partners in nation-building and their efforts are greatly strengthening the self-reliant India campaign. He said the centre is committed to empowering farmers and is working tirelessly in this direction.

 

PM said this while addressing the gathering after taking part in Pongal celebrations organised at the residence of Union Minister of State for Information and Broadcasting Dr L Murugan in New Delhi today. 

 

The Prime Minister said Pongal shows the path of creating balance with nature, families and society. He said Pongal celebrates the vibrant Tamil culture and bonds with nature. He said, ‘Pongal has now become a global festival and it celebrates the hard work of the country’s farmers.’ He said it is an occasion to express gratitude to the land and the sun. 

 

The Prime Minister said that Tamil culture is not only a shared heritage of the entire nation but also a shared heritage of the whole of humanity. Lauding the contributions of farmers, he said they are regarded as the foundation of life in Tamil culture.