Vice-President C.P. Radhakrishnan emphasized the continuous provision of basic amenities like food and shelter for the underprivileged, stating their welfare must always be ensured. He spoke while distributing housing keys under the Smart Cities Mission in Puducherry, highlighting the region's cultural significance and its connection to figures like Sri Aurobindo and poet Subramania Bharati. He also noted Prime Minister Modi's support for Smart City projects in Tamil Nadu and Puducherry.