Prime Minister Narendra Modi urged the Indian community in the Netherlands to increase their contributions toward India’s economic growth and development.
This appeal seeks to mobilize the resources and enthusiasm of the diaspora to accelerate India's trajectory as a global economic engine. By targeting high-net-worth individuals and professionals abroad, the government aims to secure direct investment that supports domestic infrastructure and industrial scaling.
Speaking in The Hague, Modi said there are various investment opportunities currently available within the country. He focused on the potential for high yields, framing the economic climate as an ideal moment for those living abroad to reinvest in their home country.
"I give you Modi’s guarantee – strong returns on your investments in India," Modi said.
The Prime Minister said there was a high level of energy among the attendees during the event. He described the atmosphere of the gathering as an expression of national pride and connection.
"Their enthusiasm felt like a festival in India," Modi said.
The address emphasized a strategy of leveraging the diaspora not only as a source of capital, but as a bridge for knowledge and professional expertise. By framing these investments as a personal guarantee, the Prime Minister sought to build confidence among investors who may be hesitant about market volatility.
Modi said that India aspires to serve as a growth engine for the entire world. He encouraged the diaspora to view their role as essential partners in achieving this ambition, suggesting that their involvement is critical to the nation's long-term development goals.
“I give you Modi’s guarantee – strong returns on your investments in India.”
This outreach represents a strategic effort by the Indian government to diversify its capital inflows by tapping into the loyalty and wealth of the overseas diaspora. By offering a personal 'guarantee' of returns, the Prime Minister is attempting to lower the perceived risk for expatriates, signaling that the state is committed to protecting and growing foreign investment from its own citizens.
