“We need to make the mind strong," Prime Minister Narendra Modi told children as he encouraged them to read biographies of leaders, sportspersons and others who have done great deeds in their lives.
He made the comments while presenting the National Bravery Awards here to 25 children chosen from across the country for their outstanding acts of valour.
He urged the children to ensure that the adulation and fame that they are getting should not become an obstacle to their future progress.
The prime minister told the awardees that their deeds of bravery show their decisiveness as much as their courage, the statement said.
He asked the children to ensure that this award does not become the end of their life's purpose but marks only the beginning for them.
The National Bravery Award Scheme was initiated by the Indian Council for Child Welfare (ICCW) to give due recognition to the children who distinguish themselves by performing outstanding deeds of bravery and meritorious service and to inspire other children to emulate their examples.
(With inputs from PTI.)
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