We have tried to remind Government servants that they are servants of the public and have restored discipline in Central Government offices. I have done a small thing, one that appears small from outside. I regularly interact with officers over tea; it is part of my working style. Philosophically, I feel that the country will progress only if we work as teams. This is the only way we can successfully develop the country.

The work to eradicate corruption must begin from the top. It is spread like termite in our country. We have to work at all levels to eradicate corruption

Earlier the world was bi polar. Foreign policy would be centered around two super powers. India was a little late in realizing that this bi polar situation was for namesake. Now the entire world, in changed circumstances, especially in 21st century, it is more interdependent and inter connected, earlier, the foreign policy was possible between governments, but today it is not possible just between governments. Government relations are important but increasing people to people contact is equally important. There's been a shift in paradigm.

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.

India is a 2 trillion dollar economy today. Can we not dream of an India with a 20 trillion dollar economy?

India knows that the subject of Land is not with the Central Government and the Centre does not require lands. All rights relating to land are with the states.

I dream of a Digital India where mobile enabled emergency services ensure Personal Security.