12, Oct 2023
“The Southern States Are Showing the Way”: Gurcharan Das
Chennai, 12th October 2023: “A lot of people, like me, are in the middle of the political spectrum; and I am a liberal”, said, noted public intellectual, author, and commentator, Gurcharan Das, sharing his thoughts on the Southern Rising Summit at ABP Network’s “The Southern Rising” Summit. “Being a liberal, you are on a lonely road, as there’s no one to vote for.”
Speaking on the session, “In Search of Freedom: The Personal and Political,” Gurcharan Das elaborated upon the history of India in his lifetime. “The big change is that we were economically challenged for the first 40 years,” he remarked. “The nation was shackled for a period of 40 years, and as the world witnessed Japan’s rise, it was imperative that decisive action be taken at that time”
On education system, Gurcharan Das said today “Even today 80% of Indians do not have access to quality education. Only 20 percent of people have access to quality education. They can make a Silicon Valley city like Bengaluru and revolutionize the IT industry.”
“Education is not about rote learning, it’s about questioning. My advice to youths will be to live and examine life,” the author said.
When discussing the growth of southern states, he observed that “Tamil Nadu possesses a magic, with a well-established governance system. Its per capita income has witnessed a remarkable doubling. Overall, in terms of growth, the southern states are showing the way.”
Speaking about his memoir, Gurcharan Das, shared a message for the youth, “The good reason to write your memoir is to re-live your life. My mother taught me to make a living; my father taught me to make a life”
‘The Southern Rising’ Summit was conceptualized and instituted by ABP Network as a tribute to the exceptional growth, cultural opulence, and societal harmony exemplified by the southern states of India. It aims to celebrate the spirit and richness of southern states, united on a singular mission of driving a transformative journey for India. The summit thus witnesses profound deliberations and sharing of insights by the movers and shakers of South Indian states and Union Territories.
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- By Rabindra
11, Oct 2023
ABP Network announces The Southern Rising Summit
Chennai, 11th October 2023— ABP Network, the leading media and content creation powerhouse, is excited to unveil ‘The Southern Rising’ Summit, a prestigious event dedicated to celebrating the exceptional economic progress, cultural richness, and social harmony exemplified by the southern states of India. The summit is scheduled to take place on October 12, 2023, at The Taj Coromandel, Chennai.
This extraordinary gathering unites five Southern states under a single banner, driven by a shared ambition: to spearhead India’s transformative journey. ‘The Southern Rising’ Summit shines a spotlight on the region’s unparalleled role in shaping today’s India and tomorrow’s global India.
‘The Southern Rising’ Summit will feature a day-long exploration of insightful discussions and distinguished speakers, including prominent figures such as:
· Hon’ble Governor Dr. Tamilisai Soundararajan, Governor of Telangana and Lieutenant Governor of Puducherry
· Dr. P. Thiaga Rajan, Minister of Information Technology & Digital Services, Tamil Nadu
· Udhayanidhi Stalin, Minister for Youth Welfare and Sports Development, Govt of Tamil Nadu
· Rana Daggubati, Actor
· Kushboo Sundar, Actor, Producer, and Politician
· Kavitha Kalvakuntla, Member of Legislative Council and Worker of BRS Party
· K. Annamalai, State President of BJP Tamil Nadu
· Prof. Gopalkrishna Gandhi, Former Governor of West Bengal and Author
· Jothimani Sennimalai, Member of Parliament, Lok Sabha (Congress)
· Ricky Kej, Music Composer and Environmentalist, 3X Grammy Award Winner
· Revathy, Actor, and Director
· Gurcharan Das, Author & Commentator
· Musicians Mahesh Raghvan and Nandini Shankar
· Suhasini Maniratnam, Actor, Director, and Producer
· John Brittas, Member of Parliament (CPIM)
· M V Rajeev Gowda, Vice-Chairperson of State Institute for Transformation of Karnataka and Ex-Member of Parliament, Rajya Sabha
· Digital Content Creators Chaithania Prakash, Ardhra Sajan, and Deepika Venkatachalam amongst other luminaries.
This convergence of sharp intellects, creative minds, and thought leaders promises a day filled with insight, ideas, and inspiration. ‘The Southern Rising’ Summit aims to foster a deep understanding of the remarkable achievements, cultural diversity, and social cohesion that characterize the southern states of India.
It will provide a platform for meaningful conversations about challenges faced by southern India as well as potential solutions for sustainable development. In attendance will be an esteemed assembly, including government officials, renowned industry leaders, influential policymakers, thought leaders of distinction, and eminent personalities who have played pivotal roles in crafting the region’s remarkable growth journey.
ABP Network is excited to host ‘The Southern Rising’ Summit as part of its commitment to promoting regional pride and fostering a sense of unity among Indians from all corners of the country.
