Firmly believe that terrorism, in any shape or form, is against humanity. There should be zero tolerance towards terrorism.

India is developing because of 125 crore strong Team India. We have to end the curse of casteism, communalism with the sweetness of development.

The future belongs to social media. It is egalitarian and inclusive. Social media is not about any country, any language, any colour, any community but it is about human values and that is the underlying link binding humanity.

Not only the people of Nepal but also those who believe in the power of democracy are looking at Nepal and this assembly.

Good roads, good houses, adequate electricity, good schools or good hospitals in the village are indeed, the parameters of progress. However, in my view, 100 percent literate village is the true symbol of real progress.

India has always wanted friendly ties with its neighbours, there can be no debate around it. We want to live in harmony and peace.

Pro-active good governance aims beyond short-term requirement keeping in mind the long-term needs such as the use of clean technology and in preparedness and mitigating climate change fallout etc.