India happens to be a rich country inhabited by very poor people.

Those who create wealth should be shown the greatest respect.

The essence of Hinduism is that the path may be different, but the goal is the same.

I sincerely believe what happens in India has, I think, lessons, morals for the future evolution of humankind in the 21st century.

All necessary steps needed to be taken to tackle terrorism will be adopted...but we will keep in mind that a particular religion or section of society does not face problems unnecessary

India's infrastructure has to be modernized, has to be expanded at a rate which will I think be consistent with the growth requirements.

There may be a difference of the pace at which India moves, but there should be no doubt whatsoever about the direction in which India is going to move in years to come.