Rajendra Vishwanath Arlekar, Governor of Kerala, on Monday said the Centre and the states must function as partners rather than adversaries to realise the vision of a Viksit Bharat by 2047.
Addressing Republic Day celebrations in Thiruvananthapuram, Arlekar said differences of opinion between governments should not be viewed as hostility. “They are not enemies. We may have differences, but not at all enemies. We are friends, we are colleagues in the march towards the development of this country,” he said.
The Governor stressed that development requires cooperation and coordination between the Centre and the states. “We are not enemies, neither the Centre nor the state. All have to follow the path of coming together, hand in hand, and walking together towards the progress of this country. Then only will we achieve the Viksit Bharat vision in 2047,” he said.
Arlekar said the goal of a developed India is not limited to the Centre alone. “It is not the vision of the Centre only, it is the vision of every state in this country. More particularly of ours also. The path to Viksit Bharat passes through Viksit Kerala,” he added.
Highlighting the state’s record, the Governor said Kerala has consistently led the country in education, healthcare and social reforms. He called upon citizens and political parties to work towards achieving 100 per cent voter participation in upcoming elections.
“Kerala is always a leader in this country. In education, in medical facilities, in social reforms and in all other fields. Now let us show our country that Kerala can achieve 100 per cent voting. That should be the aim of our people,” he said, appealing to political parties to actively engage with voters and raise awareness.
India is celebrating its 77th Republic Day, commemorating the adoption of the Constitution and reaffirming the country’s democratic values.
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