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VP Radhakrishnan: Humanity Needs Compassion Over Tech Amid Global Crises
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News18•27-09-2026, 15:30
VP Radhakrishnan: Humanity Needs Compassion Over Tech Amid Global Crises
- •Vice President C P Radhakrishnan emphasized that compassion, not just technological advancement, is crucial for addressing global conflicts, humanitarian crises, and natural disasters.
- •Radhakrishnan spoke at the 73rd birthday celebration of Mata Amritanandamayi, known as 'Amma', celebrated as 'Vishwas Seva Dinam' in Kollam, Keralam.
- •He stated that while India aims for 'Viksit Bharat' through infrastructure and technology, development must also possess a human touch, a role fulfilled by 'Amma's selfless service.
- •Keralam Governor Rajendra Vishwanath Arlekar and Chief Minister V D Satheesan also praised 'Amma's life of service and love, with Satheesan assuring empathetic governance.
- •Ministers Ramesh Chennithala and K Muraleedharan highlighted 'Amma's vision in establishing Amrita Institutes for medical technology and research, and her extensive humanitarian aid initiatives.
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Vice President C P Radhakrishnan stated that the world is facing various conflicts, humanitarian crises, and natural disasters, and that humanity needs compassion more than technological advancement to address these challenges.
The event marked the 73rd birthday of Mata Amritanandamayi, fondly known as 'Amma', which was celebrated as the 'Vishwas Seva Dinam' in Kollam, Keralam.
The vice president stated that as India progresses toward 'Viksit Bharat', development requires infrastructure, technology, investment, innovation, and economic growth, but it must also possess a human face and touch.