Be it caste or communal violence, they stall the growth of the nation. Let us affirm that we will be free from these tensions.

Buddha is the crown jewel of the Indian nation which accepts all ways of worship of all religions. This quality of Hinduism in India was a product of many great spiritual masters chief among them was Buddha. And this is what sustains the secular character of India.

Many celebrations are set to take place in Swarnim Gujarat. However, if one asks me, "As the Chief Minister, which is your favourite programme?" Then friends, I would like to say that 'Vanche Gujarat' is the closest to my heart.

I want to ask parents, when daughters turn 11 or 14, they keep a tab on their movements. Have these parents ever asked their sons where they have been going, who they have been meeting? Rapists are somebody's sons as well! Parents must take the responsibility to ensure that their sons don't go the wrong direction.

Our ancestors used to play with snakes, we play with mouse.

India is once again ready to play the role of 'Vishvaguru' and work towards the benefit of mankind.

Sab kaa saath, sab kaa vikas. This is our mantra.