The small countries of the world are as important as the big nations.

Taking a toddler to school is one of the most satisfying moments in my many years in public life. There is no better joy than laying the foundations of a strong future for these little children.... Friends, let us all become partners in this quest for ensuring education for all!

Dignity of labour has to be our national duty; it has to be a part of our nature.

Just because India is a large country, we cannot be arrogant and think that we can ignore others. We live in a different era.

India has been at the greatest loss because governments were run only for elections.

They say that this century is going to be an Asian Century. I am very clear that without embracing the path and ideals shown by Gautam Buddha this century cannot be an Asian century!

I have a vision of a Modern India. I have embarked on a huge mission to convert that vision into reality. My mantra is Development.