PM Narendra Modi at the UN: Here are the top quotes from his speech

Prime Minister Narendra Modi speaks at Summit of the Future at the UN, in New York, Monday, Sept. 23, 2024. (PTI Photo)

Prime Minister Narendra Modi enthralled the global audience during his speech at the United Nations 'Summit of the Future', at the UN General Assembly (UNGA) in New York on September 23.

Sharing his views on a variety of issues ranging from global peace and development, terrorism, cyber security, reforms, sustainable development, human welfare, food and health security and maritime and space, Modi said the success of humanity lies in our collective strength, not in the battlefield, and that for global peace and development, reforms in global institutions are important.

Here’s a look at the top remarks of the Prime Minister during his speech:

• In the biggest elections of human history held in June, people of India gave me the opportunity to serve them for a third straight time. Today, I have come bringing the voice of one-sixth humanity to you. When we talk about global future, then human-centric approach should be our priority. Prioritising sustainable development, we will have to ensure human welfare, food and health security
• Success of humanity lies in our collective strengths, not in the battlefield. For global peace and development, reforms are necessary in global organisations. Reform is the key to relevance. Permanent G20 membership to African Union at the New Delhi Summit was an important step towards this
• By lifting 250 million people out of poverty in India, we have demonstrated that sustainable development can be successful. We are ready to share our experiences of our success with the Global South. Success of humanity lies in our collective strength, not in the battlefield
• While on one hand, terrorism continues to be a serious threat to global peace and security, on the other hand, cyber, maritime and space are emerging as new theatres of conflict. On all these issues, I will stress that global action must match global ambition.
• For safe and responsible use of technology, balance regulation is needed. We want such global digital governance in which sovereignty and integrity remain intact. Digital Public Infrastructure (DPI) should be a bridge and not a barrier. For global good, India is ready to share its DPI. For India, One Earth, One Family, One Future is a commitment
• India will continue to work in thought, words and deeds to protect the rights of all humanity and for global prosperity