Prime Minister Narendra Modi Sets Ambitious Vision for India’s Future in 78th Independence Day Address
15 AUG 2024
Prime minister Narendra Modi on his 78th Independence Day speech from the ramparts of Red Fort outlined a series of futuristic goals aimed at shaping India’s growth, driving innovation, and positioning the country as a global leader across various sectors.
While congratulating countrymen prime minister Narendra Modi outlined his vision to fulfil ‘Ease of Living’ on a mission mode. He spoke of enhancing the quality of life in urban areas through systematic assessments and improvements in infrastructure and services.
The Prime Minister sought to revive the ancient Nalanda University spirit, positioning India as a global education hub by promoting higher learning and research pointing out that this builds on the inauguration of Nalanda University in 2024. Speaking on the made in India Chip – Semiconductor production PM Modi outlined India’s commitment to becoming a global leader in semiconductor production, aiming to reduce dependency on imports and enhance technological self-sufficiency.
Referring to the Budget 2024, the Prime Minister highlighted landmark initiatives announced by the government to train India’s youth and become the skill capital of the world. He envisioned transforming India into a global manufacturing hub, leveraging its vast resources and skilled workforce.
Speaking on Design for India, Design for the Work the Prime Minister exalted indigenous design capabilities and urged to create products that cater to both domestic and international markets, coining this phrase. PM Modi said that India must leverage its rich ancient legacy and literature to come up with Made in India gaming products.
He added that Indian professionals must lead the global gaming market, not just in playing but also in producing games, stating that Indian games should make their mark worldwide.
Emphasising on the significance of green jobs in India’s efforts to combat climate change prime minister Narendra Modi stated that the focus of the country is now on green growth and green jobs, which will generate employment opportunities while contributing to environmental protection.
The Prime Minister reiterated India’s commitment to becoming a global leader in green hydrogen production and creating sustainable employment opportunities in environmental conservation and renewable energy sectors. Speaking on the his flagship programme Swasth Bharat Vision prime minister Narendra Modi said said – to achieve the goal of Viksit Bharat 2047, India must tread the path ‘Swasth Bharat’ which has begun with the launch of Rashtriya Poshan Abhiyan. Speaking on the government’s initiative on expanding the medical services in the country prime minister Modi announced plans to add 75,000 new medical seats in the next 5 years, aiming to enhance the country’s medical education capacity and address the growing demand for healthcare professionals.
The Prime Minister also called for state governments to establish clear policies to attract investments, offer assurances of good governance, and ensure confidence in the law and order situation. Emphasising on his governments climate change targets Prime minister Modi reiterated the India’s ambitious goal of achieving 500 gigawatts of renewable energy capacity by 2030. He noted that India has been the only country among the G20 nations to meet its Paris Accord goals.
PM Modi gave a call to bring 1 lakh youth into the political system, specifically those with no history of politics in their families. The Prime Minister said this initiative was aimed at fighting the evils of nepotism and casteism and inducting fresh blood into India’s polity.
