New Delhi : Lok Sabha Speaker Shri Om Birla today highlighted the Sindhi community’s steadfast commitment to service and its deep cultural heritage, noting that these qualities have made it a key contributor to India’s social, economic, and cultural advancement. Lauding the community’s collective strength and resilience, Shri Birla observed that it embodies the very ideals that form the foundation of a strong India. The Speaker made these remarks during the “Sashakt Samaj – Samridh Bharat” programme, organized by the Vishwa Sindhi Hindu Foundation of Associations (VSHFA) at Vigyan Bhawan.
He said that the community has consistently demonstrated excellence across business, industry, banking, services, and emerging technologies, thereby generating livelihoods for millions. Furthermore, he emphasized that their success is rooted not just in economic acumen, but in deep-rooted values of trust, cooperation, and ethical conduct, qualities that contribute immensely to the nation’s progress.
The Lok Sabha Speaker said that the trials faced during Partition only strengthened the community further. Despite the catastrophic loss of material possessions, the Sindhi community fiercely maintained their religion, traditions, customs, and cultural identity. Instead, they rebuilt their lives with extraordinary determination, effectively turning adversity into opportunity. Their journey, he concluded, stands as a profound example of resilience and cultural pride.
The Speaker emphasized that India’s strength lies in its diversity, stressing that unity, coordination, and mutual respect among all communities are paramount to realizing Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi’s vision of a Viksit Bharat by 2047. He commended the Sindhi community’s significant contributions across education, health, social service, and community welfare, highlighting their dedication to inclusive development and social upliftment.
Underscoring his long and warm association with the Sindhi community since 2003, Shri Birla affirmed that their support and goodwill have consistently remained steadfast. He further shared observations from his visits while leading parliamentary delegations abroad, noting that in nations from Barbados to Suriname to Mexico, he has encountered vibrant Sindhi communities adept at preserving their heritage while simultaneously becoming essential components of the local economies and social fabric.
He credited the Sindhi youth’s entrepreneurial excellence, innovation, and forward-looking mindset as key drivers of India’s growth, especially in technology and new-age sectors. Their contributions, he said, inspire other communities and strengthen national development efforts. Echoing the words of Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi, Shri Birla emphasized that the community has offered a global lesson in how resilience, hard work, and cultural integrity lead to success and the rebuilding of lives. Their achievements, both domestically and abroad, are a matter of deep national pride, Shri Birla said.
In conclusion, Shri Birla commended VSHFA for bringing the community together, preserving heritage, and strengthening the spirit of nation-building. He expressed confidence that the discussions and ideas emerging from the programme will further advance the goals of social empowerment, youth leadership and a strong, united India.
Chief Minister, Delhi, Smt. Rekha Gupta and other dignitaries remained present on the occasion.
