Sharing his views on the 'Develop India 2047' mission, Sri Sri Ravi Shankar praised the PM Modi-led government for the rapid growth of start-ups, India's clear foreign policy during the Russia-Ukraine war and praised the efforts of Kashi Vishwanath. Also given credit for complete reconstruction. The temple, which remained neglected for 70 years during the previous reign.

Addressing the gathering at two Developed India events, Sri Sri Ravi Shankar said, "Today, I can proudly say that the country is witnessing a remarkable change in its belief system".

“Earlier, people were afraid of applying tilak on their heads, hesitant in revealing their identity, however corruption is common today. Before going to office, they used to erase their tilak, but now, it is not so.And there is nothing wrong in sticking to your religious beliefs and admitting it to everyone,” he said. Sri Sri Ravi Shankar further said that PM Modi's leadership has brought about a decisive change in the country's image abroad and has taken the country to new heights.

He said, "A leader should be able to understand the mood of the people, understand the heritage of the country and understand the world. Ultimately, Ram Rajya is envisaged to provide basic amenities including food, shelter and clothing to all. "

Sri Sri Ravi Shankar also praised PM Modi's exemplary leadership at a time when Russia and Ukraine were embroiled in armed conflict."When Ukraine and Russia got embroiled in war, each of them tried to rally India's support behind them, but it was the steadfast stand of the PM Modi-led government that helped the country stand out and firmly place itself on the world map. Helped, 'not' taking India's side, he showed the country's vision and resolve for peaceful co-existence of all."

He said, "If India had not skillfully handled the situation arising out of the Ukraine-Russia war, its consequences could have been heavy on the country's economy."

Sri Sri Ravi Shankar said that the PM Modi-led government has created an enabling environment for the emergence of many entrepreneurs and start-ups.

“Today, it is amazing to see the growth of so many start-ups, the world is looking at India with great hope and excitement and saying, Wow, India!”

He appreciated the government for several pioneering schemes and said that today money is being transferred directly into people's accounts.

However, he said his views are non-partisan and said it needs to be acknowledged and accepted if the country is to see positive and progressive change."Such things could have been possible earlier also but happened. It is the resolve of this government that has turned into reality."

Sri Sri Ravi Shankar also said that if the then government had not provided adequate assistance, millions of entrepreneurs would not have had their dreams come true.

She also recalled former Prime Minister Indira Gandhi's deep devotion to Lord Shiva, saying that she used to perform Rudrabhishek, but was unhappy with the lack of infrastructure and facilities at Kashi Vishwanath for many decades.

He also said that Mahatma Gandhi had also expressed concern over the situation in Kashi.He said that today's huge temple complex is a true tribute to our faith.

Sri Sri Ravi Shankar said, "The construction of the grand Vishwanath Dham is a step towards the ambition of a developed India."

He also praised PM Modi's efforts to restore and revive Tamil culture.

He said that the cultural heritage of Tamil Nadu is being recognized across the world today and now is the time 'not to hide but to express our identity'.

He also said that Japanese language contains 70 percent Tamil.