Kochi, Mar 11: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday described the renaming of the state from Kerala to Keralam by the Centre as a joyful moment for Malayali brothers.
He was speaking at the golden jubilee celebration of the Akhila Kerala Dheevara Sabha, an organisation dedicated to the welfare of the state’s fishing community.
In his inaugural address, Modi praised the role of the fishing community during the 2018 Kerala floods, commending their courage, service, and dedication. He also highlighted that the Dheevara Sabha has been advocating for fishermen’s rights for 50 years.
Modi added that the Centre has been actively working for the welfare of fishermen through various initiatives aimed at their empowerment. He noted that the Union government has installed over 4,500 satellite-based transponders in fishing boats to ensure the safety of fishermen at sea.
The Prime Minister arrived at Kochi International Airport around 11:30 am and travelled by helicopter to the naval base, from where he proceeded by road to Marine Drive for the Akhila Kerala Dheevara Sabha celebrations.
Modi’s visit to poll-bound Kerala includes a series of programmes, including the inauguration of the BJP-led NDA’s election convention. (Agencies)
