2014 Lok Sabha Elections is a battle between good governance agenda of the NDA versus the misgovernance and corruption of the UPA.

I believe that solution to all problems is in development. Development is also the solution to the tension that people talk about.

India has always wanted friendly ties with its neighbours, there can be no debate around it. We want to live in harmony and peace.

China is not I think a country which does not regulate, but there is a difference between the Chinese system and the Indian system.

Society and Government should together give priority to the poorest of poor and make efforts to provide affordable health services.

I have a vision of a Modern India. I have embarked on a huge mission to convert that vision into reality. My mantra is Development.

Almost 4.25 lakh toilets were built in 2.62 schools nationwide in one year; this gives self-confidence that we can do what we want.

I think the Chinese do have visions of being a great power. And I think it's legitimate. And I don't see that that's a danger to us.

Importance of technology is increasing every day, we must not deprive our children of technology, if we do then it's a social crime.

E-governance is easy governance, effective governance, and also economic governance. E-governance paves the way for good governance.

We will form an army of poor, where every poor will be a soldier and we will win the war against poverty on behalf of their strength.

I have dealt with politicians ever since I came into the government in 1971. I have seen many prime ministers, many finance ministers.

It is not that the people want a BJP government or Modi as PM. The Nation wants to teach a lesson to those who have ruined the nation.

I dream of an India that is a hub of opportunities. We can't restrict ourselves to skills only, we need to encourage entrepreneurship.

The world has crafted a beautiful balance of collective action - common but differentiated responsibility and respective capabilities.

Gujarat, with its all inclusive, sustainable and rapid growth, is emerging as a globally preferred place to live in and to do business.

The previous Governments took pride in making laws, but I am happier removing laws. Let's open the windows, let some fresh air come in.

We can see how the role of mobile has changed in past 20 years. It is a perfect example of how one innovation can change an entire era.

Team Work is the essence of good governance. It is necessary to form a team within the party and also within the administrative system.

Bank accounts for each household is a national priority for us. We need to rise to the occasion & successfully overcome this challenge.

The 'Idea of India' is an India of opportunity and aspiration. An India where: all are prosperous and happy, all are free from illness.

Any criminal act against any individual or institution in India is to be condemned. The attackers must be strongly punished as per law.

The power and energy sectors are the biggest constituents of the infrastructure sector. If you ignore them, no development will happen.

If the economy is growing fast, there is call for a distributing income from the rich to the poor to to put in place social safety nets.

India's infrastructure has to be modernized, has to be expanded at a rate which will I think be consistent with the growth requirements.

As the largest and most developed democracies of Asia (India and Japan), we have a mutual stake in each other's progress and prosperity.

We all know the epicentre of terrorism in the world today is Pakistan. The world community has to come to grips with this harsh reality.

Cleaning up the country cannot be the sole responsibility of sweepers. Do citizens have no role in this? We have to change this mindset.

Secularism is not only in our constitution but also in our veins. We worship Mother Nature too. We believe that the world is our family.

Cyber-related risks are a global threat of bloodless war. India can work towards giving world a shield from the threat of cyber warfare.

Gujarat is all about Trade with Tradition, Commerce with Culture, Enterprise with Entertainment and Development with Disaster management.

Good governance is treating development as a mass movement in order to see that fruits of development reach the poor and the downtrodden.

These elections won't be about the manifesto of parties, but about manifesto of the people and their dreams who want peace and prosperity.

India's role is not to interfere in what Nepal does but to support Nepal in their development. Nepal should scale new heights of progress.

I have seen people wanting to devote their time & energy to nation building. All they need is an opportunity. 'MyGov' is that opportunity!

FDI is a responsibility for Indians & an opportunity for the World. My definition of FDI for the people of India is 'First Develop India'.

Our education apparatus can't be one that produces robots. That can happen in laboratory. There has to be overall personality development.

In fact, the most important reforms are those needed, without new laws, at various levels of Government, in work practices and procedures.

For me, my secularism is, India first. I say, the philosophy of my party is 'Justice to all. Appeasement to none.' This is our secularism.

Because the Chinese insistence on one child, I think the proportion of older, non-working age population is going to rise sharply in China.

My vision is to work for the relationship between India and Pakistan which would be like the relation between Canada and the United States.

Unity in diversity is India's strength. There is simplicity in every Indian. There is unity in every corner of India. This is our strength.

It is a tribute to Indian democracy that a person from a poor family, an ordinary family, is today addressing the nation from the Red Fort.

The Congress' name of 'INC' must be changed to 'Institutions Neglecting Congress'. Their habit is to misuse, abuse and reduce institutions.

Understanding strengths and weaknesses is very essential in setting forth a clean administration and for sustainable and lasting solutions.

Our space programme has overcome many hurdles. At the same time it is one of the most cost effective programmes. This should make us proud.

The Make in India campaign has taken off and is backed with skill development. It is going to open new vistas for employment for the youth.

I think there are enormous possibilities. And today there are no I think barriers to increased cooperation with India and the United States.

Energy security based on clean & reliable sources is essential for India's future. Nuclear energy has a key role in India's energy strategy.

Do you share my belief in Swami Vivekananda's dream that India will be a Jagad Guru once again? I see no reason for India to be left behind.

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