The economic issues are most vital for us and it is of the highest importance that we should fight our biggest enemies - Poverty, unemployment.
Lal Bahadur ShastriWe believe in peace and peaceful development, not only for ourselves but for people all over the world.
Lal Bahadur ShastriSampling out corruption is a very tough job, but I say so in all seriousness that we would be failing in our duty if we do not tackle this problem seriously and with determination.
Lal Bahadur ShastriAmong the major tasks before us none is of greater importance for our strength and stability than the task of building up the unity and solidarity of our people.
Lal Bahadur ShastriThe preservation of freedom, is not the task of soldiers alone. The whole nation has to be strong.
Lal Bahadur ShastriThere comes a time in the life of every nation when it stands at the cross-roads of history and must choose which way to go. But for us there need be no difficulty or hesitation, no looking to right or left. Our way is straight and clearโthe building up of a socialist democracy at home with freedom and prosperity for all, and the maintenance of world peace and friendship with all nations.
Lal Bahadur Shastri