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India Gazette
7 hours ago
- Politics
- India Gazette
"Severest challenge to our democratic existence posed by Emergency": Former PM Deve Gowda
New Delhi [India], June 25 (ANI): Former Prime Minister HD Deve Gowda on Wednesday lauded Blue Kraft Digital Foundation's efforts in chronicling the role played by Prime Minister Narendra Modi during the period of Emergency imposed in the country in 1975. In a foreword for the book 'The Emergency Diaries - Years that Forged a Leader', which delves into the compelling role that PM Modi played in the fight against the Emergency, Deve Gowda said, 'The history of the Republic of India in its early decades is defined by its struggles to remain a democracy. The severest challenge to our democratic existence was posed by the imposition of the Emergency. It is important to ensure that the youth of India are aware of this part of our contemporary history.' 'It is important for the country to be fully aware of the dark days of the Emergency, and also the manner in which our Constitution was subverted by the political executive. I am happy that Blue Kraft Digital Foundation is making a laudable effort in this direction. I am happy they are chronicling the role played by Prime Minister Narendra Modi during that time,' the former PM said. Deva Gowda said that the anti-Emergency movement, of which he was a part, brought together people across age groups and thought processes with one common objective - to protect our democratic fabric. 'To save our democracy and to save our Constitution was the only big aim of the movement that shaped spontaneously and organically. If it had not been done then, we would be in a very different India today. An India where we probably could not have existed,' Deve Gowda said. Recalling his days during the Emergency, he said, 'During the Emergency, I was a young non-Congress politician, but people like Narendra Modi were even younger. While we were in prison, people like him who were into social work built a formidable network of communication and resistance. For a young man like him to witness such a turbulent phase in our history, I am sure, was not just eye-opening and educative but also shaped his future and his politics.' 'As a leader of the Opposition in Karnataka, I suffered personally during the Emergency. I was arrested, but this arrest did not weaken me. It became a great opportunity to learn and come in contact with a diverse set of leaders from across India,' he said, stressing the role he played during the emergency as the leader of the Opposition in the Karnataka legislative assembly. Remembering all the leaders who fought against the emergency, Deve Gowda said, 'At this juncture, when we are commemorating the 50th anniversary of the Emergency, I am reminded of my mentors, colleagues and friends: Loknayak JP, Shri Morarjibhai Desai, Chaudhary Charan Singh, Biju Patnaik, George Fernandes, Madhu Dandavate, Chandra Shekhar, Atal Bihari Vajpayee, LK Advani, Shyam Nandan Mishra, Ramakrishna Hegde, JH Patel, M Chandrashekar, Nagappa Alva, S. Mallikarjunaiah, Rama Jois, P.G.R. Sindhia, A.K. Subbaiah, Lawrence Fernandes and many others. The list is long. The Emergency had a deep personal consequence for me. My imprisonment during the period deeply affected my parents, especially my father. He passed away in a short period in the grip of fear that I would never come out alive.' 'To keep the memories of the Emergency alive for our future generations is very important because it is they who are tasked with protecting our democracy and our Constitution. In this respect, I welcome the decision of the Union Government under Prime Minister Modi to mark 25th June every year as Samvidhan Hatya Diwas,' he said. He further called upon scholars, academics, authors and journalists to make extensive efforts to chronicle the Emergency in its every detail and profile those who resisted it at small and big personal cost---after all, each one of them who fought the Emergency was a dedicated soldier of our nation and a torchbearer of our democracy. The Emergency Diaries - Years that Forged a Leader book is based on first-person anecdotes from associates who worked with young Modi, and using other archival material, the book is a first of its kind that creates new scholarship on the formative years of a young man who would give it his all in the fight against tyranny. Prime Minister took to X to write a series of posts. ''The Emergency Diaries' chronicles my journey during the Emergency years. It brought back many memories from that time. I call upon all those who remember those dark days of the Emergency or those whose families suffered during that time to share their experiences on social media. It will create awareness among the youth of the shameful time from 1975 to 1977.' PM Modi posted on X. He recalled how, for a young RSS Pracharak, the anti-Emergency movement was a learning experience. 'It reaffirmed the vitality of preserving our democratic framework. At the same time, I got to learn so much from people across the political spectrum. I am glad that BlueKraft Digital Foundation has compiled some of those experiences in the form of a book, whose foreword has been penned by Shri HD Deve Gowda Ji, himself a stalwart of the anti-Emergency movement,' PM Modi said. (ANI)
NDTV
10 hours ago
- Politics
- NDTV
"I Was Young RSS Pracharak": PM Introduces Book On His Emergency Journey
New Delhi: As the country marked 50 years of Emergency, Prime Minister Narendra Modi today announced a book that chronicles his experience during those years and how they shaped his journey as a leader. 'The Emergency Diaries', presented by BlueKraft Digital Foundation, relies on first-person accounts of associates who worked with him back then, and other archival material. "'The Emergency Diaries' chronicles my journey during the Emergency years. It brought back many memories from that time. I call upon all those who remember those dark days of the Emergency or those whose families suffered during that time to share their experiences on social media. It will create awareness among the youth of the shameful time from 1975 to 1977," the Prime Minister posted on X. 'The Emergency Diaries' chronicles my journey during the Emergency years. It brought back many memories from that time. I call upon all those who remember those dark days of the Emergency or those whose families suffered during that time to share their experiences on social… — Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) June 25, 2025 "When the Emergency was imposed, I was a young RSS Pracharak. The anti-Emergency movement was a learning experience for me. It reaffirmed the vitality of preserving our democratic framework. At the same time, I got to learn so much from people across the political spectrum. I am glad that BlueKraft Digital Foundation has compiled some of those experiences in the form of a book, whose foreword has been penned by Shri HD Deve Gowda Ji, himself a stalwart of the anti-Emergency movement," he said. When the Emergency was imposed, I was a young RSS Pracharak. The anti-Emergency movement was a learning experience for me. It reaffirmed the vitality of preserving our democratic framework. At the same time, I got to learn so much from people across the political spectrum. I am… — Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) June 25, 2025 BlueKraft Digital Foundation said the book is a first of its kind and "creates new scholarship on the formative years of a young man who would give it his all in the fight against tyranny". "Emergency Diaries - paints a vivid picture of Narendra Modi fighting for the ideals of democracy and how he has worked all his life to preserve and promote it. This book is a tribute to the grit and resolve of those who refused to be silenced, and it offers a rare glimpse into the early trials that forged one of the most transformative leaders of our time," he said. Union Home Minister Amit Shah will launch the book this evening. In a separate post, the Prime Minister said the country marks the anniversary of the Emergency as Samvidhan Hatya Divas. "On this day, the values enshrined in the Indian Constitution were set aside, fundamental rights were suspended, press freedom was extinguished and several political leaders, social workers, students and ordinary citizens were jailed. It was as if the Congress Government in power at that time placed democracy under arrest," he said. "No Indian will ever forget the manner in which the spirit of our Constitution was violated, the voice of Parliament muzzled and attempts were made to control the courts. The 42nd Amendment is a prime example of their shenanigans. The poor, marginalised and downtrodden were particularly targeted, including their dignity insulted." Today marks fifty years since one of the darkest chapters in India's democratic history, the imposition of the Emergency. The people of India mark this day as Samvidhan Hatya Diwas. On this day, the values enshrined in the Indian Constitution were set aside, fundamental rights… — Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) June 25, 2025 The Prime Minister said the country salutes every person who stood firm in the fight against the Emergency. "These were the people from all over India, from all walks of life, from diverse ideologies who worked closely with each other with one aim: to protect India's democratic fabric and to preserve the ideals for which our freedom fighters devoted their lives. It was their collective struggle that ensured that the then Congress Government had to restore democracy and call for fresh elections, which they badly lost," the Prime Minister said. "We also reiterate our commitment to strengthening the principles in our Constitution and working together to realise our vision of a Viksit Bharat. May we scale new heights of progress and fulfil the dreams of the poor and downtrodden," he said. On June 25 1975, the Indira Gandhi government imposed a nationwide Emergency. The government cited threats to national security, an economy in a shambles due to the global oil crisis and pointed to how strikes had paralysed production. The declaration of the state of Emergency suspended fundamental rights enshrined in the Constitution. The right to challenge this in court was also suspended. The 21-month Emergency is a landmark event that altered the course of Indian politics. In the 1979 elections, Indira Gandhi was voted out and the Janata Party coalition came to power.
India Gazette
11 hours ago
- Politics
- India Gazette
Anti-emergency movement reaffirmed vitality of democracy: PM Modi on Samvidhan Hatya Diwas
New Delhi [India], June 25 (ANI): The BlueKraft Digital Foundation has published a new book titled 'The Emergency Diaries - Years that Forged a Leader,' which explores the significant role played by Prime Minister Narendra Modi during the anti-Emergency movement in India. The book is based on first-person anecdotes from associates who worked with Modi during that time and uses archival material to provide a unique perspective on his formative years. The book delves into PM Modi's experiences as a young RSS Pracharak during the Emergency, highlighting his contributions to the movement and his commitment to preserving democracy. With the book launch, the Prime Minister also urged the families who suffered through the 1975 emergency, to share their experience on social media to create awareness among the young people. 'When the Emergency was imposed, I was a young RSS Pracharak. The anti-Emergency movement was a learning experience for me. It reaffirmed the vitality of preserving our democratic framework. At the same time, I got to learn so much from people across the political spectrum,' PM Modi wrote in a post on X. The book features a special foreword written by former Prime Minister HD Deve Gowda, a key figure in the anti-Emergency movement. Urging the families to share their experiences in 1975, the PM wrote in another post, ''The Emergency Diaries' chronicles my journey during the Emergency years. It brought back many memories from that time. I call upon all those who remember those dark days of the Emergency or those whose families suffered during that time to share their experiences on social media. It will create awareness among the youth of the shameful time from 1975 to 1977.' Union Home Minister Amit Shah will launch the book, marking an important milestone in documenting India's democratic history. 'The Emergency Diaries' offers insights into the early trials that shaped Modi's leadership and his dedication to democracy, providing a rare glimpse into his transformative years. 'Based on first-person anecdotes from associates who worked with young Modi, and using other archival material, the book is a first of its kind that creates new scholarship on the formative years of a young man who would give it his all in the fight against tyranny. Emergency Diaries - paints a vivid picture of Narendra Modi fighting for the ideals of democracy and how he has worked all his life to preserve and promote it,' the publisher said about the book in a post on X. The book is a tribute to the grit and resolve of those who fought against the Emergency, refusing to be silenced and working tirelessly to preserve India's democratic framework. This year marks the 50th anniversary of the imposition of an Emergency, which was enacted by former PM Indira Gandhi at midnight on June 25, 1975. The emergency lasted for 21 months until March 21, 1977. Just 13 days before the Emergency, the Allahabad High Court nullified the election of Indira Gandhi from her Rae Bareli constituency. Subsequently, Emergency proclamations were issued under Article 352, citing 'internal unrest.' Justice Jagmohanlal Sinha of the Allahabad High Court found Prime Minister Indira Gandhi guilty under the Representation of the People Act, 1951, and disqualified her from holding any elected office for six years. Raj Narain, the founder of the Janata Party (Secular), filed the case. The party eventually merged with the Janata Dal. Narain lost to former PM Gandhi from her Rae Bareli seat. Freedom of the press and speech were curtailed, among other rights, and multiple opposition leaders, including Jayaprakash Narayan, Morarji Desai, Atal Bihari Vajpayee, LK Advani, and others, were arrested under the Maintenance of Internal Security Act (MISA). According to an official statement by the central government, nearly 35 thousand people were detained under MISA. Multiple laws and constitutional amendments were also passed, which curtailed the powers of the courts, along with enacting pre-censorship in media, and a sterilisation campaign of lakhs of people, among other things. (ANI)
Time of India
21-04-2025
- Business
- Time of India
'DBT helped save Rs 3.5 lakh cr': Report
New Delhi: The Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT) system has helped the country achieve cumulative savings of ₹3.48 lakh crore by plugging leakages in welfare delivery, according to a new quantitative assessment by BlueKraft Digital Foundation. In a statement, the finance ministry shared the findings of the report, which stated that the DBT has proven to be a transformative tool. Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Moose Approaches Girl At Bus Stop In Banten - Watch What Happens Happy in Shape Undo
The Print
21-04-2025
- Business
- The Print
DBT helped India save Rs 3.5 lakh crore, which otherwise would have leaked: Report
The report also finds that subsidy allocations have been reduced from 16 per cent to 9 per cent of total government expenditure since the implementation of DBT. New Delhi [India], April 21 (ANI): India's Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT) system has helped the country achieve cumulative savings of Rs 3.48 lakh crore by plugging leakages in welfare delivery, a new quantitative assessment by the BlueKraft Digital Foundation found, the Ministry of Finance said on Monday. It asserted that the DBT system has led to a major improvement in the efficiency of public spending. The assessment evaluates data from 2009 to 2024 to examine the impact of DBT on budgetary efficiency, subsidy rationalisation, and social outcomes. It demonstrates how the transition from paper-based disbursements to direct digital transfers has ensured that public funds reach the intended recipients. One of the key features of DBT is the use of the JAM trinity, which stands for Jan Dhan bank accounts, Aadhaar unique ID numbers and mobile phones. To capture the full extent of its impact, the report introduces a Welfare Efficiency Index. This index combines fiscal outcomes such as savings and reduced subsidies with social indicators like the number of beneficiaries reached, offering a clear picture of how well the system is working. The index has risen nearly threefold from 0.32 in 2014 to 0.91 in 2023, reflecting a sharp increase in both effectiveness and inclusion. 'The data on subsidy allocations reveals a significant shift post-DBT implementation, highlighting improvements in fiscal efficiency despite a surge in beneficiary coverage,' the finance ministry said in a statement. Pre-DBT Era (2009-2013): Subsidies averaged 16 per cent of total expenditure, amounting to Rs 2.1 lakh crore annually, with considerable leakages in the system. Post-DBT Era (2014-2024): Subsidy expenditure decreased to 9 per cent of total expenditure in 2023-24, while beneficiary coverage surged 16-fold from 11 crore to 176 crore. COVID-19 Outlier: A temporary spike in subsidies occurred during the 2020-21 fiscal year due to emergency fiscal measures. However, efficiency rebounded following the pandemic, further validating the system's long-term effectiveness. 'The reduction in subsidy burden, despite a significant increase in coverage, underscores DBT's role in optimising fiscal allocations. By eliminating ghost beneficiaries and middlemen, the system redirected funds to genuine recipients without proportional increases in the budget,' the finance ministry statement read. (ANI) This report is auto-generated from ANI news service. ThePrint holds no responsibility for its content.
