<h1>Prime Minister Proposes 21-Point Plan for BIMSTEC Nations Including UPI Integration and BODHI Youth Training Initiative</h1> The Prime Minister proposed a 21-point action plan to strengthen BIMSTEC nations' engagement, including linking India's UPI with regional payment systems and establishing a BIMSTEC Chamber of Commerce. The plan features BODHI initiative to train 300 youth annually, a Sustainable Maritime Transport Centre in India, and cooperation in disaster management through a Centre of Excellence. Additional proposals include ground stations for satellite training, scholarships at Indian institutions, traditional medicine research, cultural festivals, and sporting events. The Prime Minister emphasized BIMSTEC's role as a bridge between South and Southeast Asia, noting the recently signed Maritime Transport Agreement will enhance trade and cooperation.