Moment of great pride, Mission Shakti will help maintain peace in region: PM
TNN | Mar 28, 2019, 05:45 IST
NEW DELHI: While announcing the successful test of an anti-satellite missile, PM Narendra Modi on Wednesday termed it an incredible success which should make the entire nation proud.
“In the journey of every nation, there are moments that bring utmost pride and have a historic impact on generations to come. One such moment is today. India has successfully tested the anti-satellite missile. Congratulations to everyone on the success of Mission Shakti,” Modi said.
“Mission Shakti is special for two reasons: India is only the fourth country to acquire such a specialised and modern capability and the entire effort is indigenous,” the PM said, adding that the feat had turned the country into a space power.
“So far, three countries in the world — America, Russia and China — had achieved this and now, India is the fourth country. For every Indian, it is a moment of great pride,” he added.
Modi said it would be helpful for security and economic development of the country. He emphasised that India did not intend to use the technology against anyone. “India has always been against an arms race in space and there has been no change in this policy. We want to use modern technology for the protection and welfare of 130 million citizens of the country,” the PM said.
Modi also said the breakthrough will help India maintain peace in the region. “It is necessary to have a strong India to create an environment of peace and security. Our strategic objective is to maintain peace and not create a war environment,” he said. “Today’s success should be seen as a growing step toward a safer, prosperous and peace-loving nation. It is important that we go ahead and prepare for future challenges,” he added.
“In the journey of every nation, there are moments that bring utmost pride and have a historic impact on generations to come. One such moment is today. India has successfully tested the anti-satellite missile. Congratulations to everyone on the success of Mission Shakti,” Modi said.
“Mission Shakti is special for two reasons: India is only the fourth country to acquire such a specialised and modern capability and the entire effort is indigenous,” the PM said, adding that the feat had turned the country into a space power.
“So far, three countries in the world — America, Russia and China — had achieved this and now, India is the fourth country. For every Indian, it is a moment of great pride,” he added.
Modi said it would be helpful for security and economic development of the country. He emphasised that India did not intend to use the technology against anyone. “India has always been against an arms race in space and there has been no change in this policy. We want to use modern technology for the protection and welfare of 130 million citizens of the country,” the PM said.
Modi also said the breakthrough will help India maintain peace in the region. “It is necessary to have a strong India to create an environment of peace and security. Our strategic objective is to maintain peace and not create a war environment,” he said. “Today’s success should be seen as a growing step toward a safer, prosperous and peace-loving nation. It is important that we go ahead and prepare for future challenges,” he added.
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