Goa Chamber of Commerce & Industry (GCCI)

Two facts stand out about economic reform in India. The first is that it is a mixed bag. In some areas, reforms have been successful. But in others, progress has been negligible or non-existent.

I stand on this rostrum with a sense of deep humility and great pride – humility in the wake of those great architects of our history who have stood here before me, pride in the reflection that this home of legislative debate represents human liberty in the purest form yet devised.

The British Empire and the French Republic, linked together in their cause and in their need, will defend to the death their native soil, aiding each other like good comrades to the utmost of their strength.

Hon’ble Speaker, Legislative Assembly, Shri Pratapsing Raoji Rane, Chief Guest & Key Note Speaker – Mr.Sivakumar Ramamurthy, dignitaries on the dais, esteemed members of the Managing Committee, members and guests …

I have three visions for India. In 3000 years of our history people from all over the world have come and invaded us, captured our lands, conquered our minds. From Alexander onwards.

There is considerable debate in India today about the relevance and utility of the ongoing process of globalization for developing countries, such as India. This debate about the pros and cons of globalization is, of course, not confined to India or developing countries as a group.