PM gives away the Times Now Amazing Indians Awards

The awards were given in recognition of great achievements in the face of adversity

BestMediaInfo Bureau | Delhi | January 15, 2016

Prime Minister Narendra Modi gave away the Times Now Amazing Indians Awards 2016 yesterday. The awards were given in recognition of great achievements in the face of adversity.

Speaking on the occasion, the Prime Minister said the awardees were people whose life journey had been like a diamond that passes through great travails before being recognized and acknowledged by the world at large.

The Prime Minister regretted that in India, most of the narrative has been built around the lives of those in power or the ruling class. Those who have struggled and achieved noble objectives or served society despite severe obstacles and adversity are rarely recognized and celebrated. The Prime Minister said that today in India, a teacher who might have inspired hundreds of young children to become responsible members of society, often remains unnoticed and unheard, while even a relatively junior political functionary is feted.

The Prime Minister said that the world over, most of the great achievers have been those, who overcame personal hardships, or difficult circumstances, and yet contributed to society. Reflecting on Indian history and mythology, the Prime Minister gave several illustrations from the Ramayana and Mahabharata, and recalled the Panj Pyaaras, and the brave Maratha warriors who were part of Chhatrapati Shivaji's army.

The Prime Minister complimented Times Now for discovering and presenting to the world at large, the awardees for the day, and said their work would inspire many others. He complimented the awardees for their achievements.

MK Anand

MK Anand, MD & CEO, Times Network, said “I would like to thank the Prime Minister for having given us his valuable time. His presence his appreciation and encouragement is something the winners of the Amazing Indian finale will cherish forever.”

“Times Network channels are a catalyst for change and action. Our effort to recognize and bring stories of action heroes to our audience is an extension of this celebration of Action. Through our Amazing Indians series, we shall continue to feature such everyday heroes of action. Because our endeavour is to inspire all Indians by paying tribute to these ordinary men and women who make India a better place,” added Anand.

Arnab Goswami

Arnab Goswami, President-News, Times Network, said, “The Prime Minister's inspirational speech will inspire more such stories of amazing Indians from every nook and corner of this country to the centre stage! Stories that really define the skill and talent of this country.”

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