Bhuj, Aug 13: President A P J Abdul Kalam today
stressed on the need for "unity of minds" to cope with various
problems facing the country and stole the hearts of the people
of this town ravaged by a devastating earthquake last year by
showing compassion for the affected.
Kalam, who reached Deen Dayal Nagar here from Ahmedabad three hours behind schedule due to some technical snag in his
aircraft, said "I have seen lots of distress among the people
but I am sure you will face the problems and solve them."
"The Chief Minister (Narendra Modi) is here with me and
he will help you in solving your problems," the president said
praising the strong will of the Kutch people.
State industry minister Suresh Mehta and education
minister Anandi Ben Patel are also accompanying them.
"It is good to see new buildings coming up here. I hope
you show the country the way in relief and rehabilitation
measures," he said adding the Kutch people have had the
misfortune of experiencing drought, earthquake and cyclone but
had faced them boldly.
"You are a strong and vibrant people. Wish you all the
best," Kalam said.
After his brief speech, the president left for Dagala and
Sukhpar in the Bhuj sub-division.
Earlier, Kalam was greeted with cheers by the people who
had waited patiently for him. The president first met some
school children at Deen Dayal Nagar and also planted a
sapling.
Bureau Report
