Prime Minister Narendra Modi, while addressing the WAVES (World Ayurveda, Vedas, and Sanskrit) Summit, emphasized India’s identity as a “land of a billion plus stories”, rooted in millennia-old traditions of culture, creativity, and connectivity.
Speaking at the international summit, PM Modi remarked that WAVES is more than an acronym — it represents a “wave of wisdom, a wave of universal values, and a wave of timeless civilizational depth.” He urged scholars and global participants to delve deeper into India’s rich cultural legacy and draw inspiration from its inclusive philosophical frameworks.
WAVES Summit: Celebrating India’s Civilizational Heritage
The WAVES Summit, attended by researchers, linguists, Ayurveda experts, and Sanskrit scholars from across the globe, focuses on promoting India’s ancient knowledge systems and their relevance in the modern world. The event seeks to bridge the gap between traditional wisdom and contemporary science through intercultural dialogue and academic exchange.
PM Modi reiterated India’s commitment to nurturing cultural soft power, noting that “India’s stories are not just rooted in the past — they are tools for global healing, creativity, and digital-age innovation.”
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Culture, Creativity, and a Universal Connection
Highlighting India’s spiritual and intellectual contributions, the Prime Minister noted that India’s civilizational continuity is a testament to its ability to adapt, absorb, and innovate. From Ayurveda to Yoga, from Vedic math to sustainable living principles, these practices are now gaining global resonance.
He encouraged youth to embrace the interdisciplinary richness of India’s knowledge systems and see themselves as “cultural ambassadors” of a vibrant civilization that has never stopped telling its stories.
India’s Message to the World
The PM concluded with a call for global unity through cultural exchange:
“Let India’s ancient voice echo in modern minds. Let our traditions serve not just as heritage, but as healing, harmony, and human connection.”