On the momentous 79th anniversary of India’s independence, Prime Minister Narendra Modi delivered his 12th straight Independence Day address from the historic Red Fort. In a marathon 103-minute speech, he mapped out an ambitious vision to propel India toward developed-nation status by 2047, unveiling nine transformative initiatives.
1. Mission Sudarshan Chakra: Strengthening National Security
PM Modi announced ‘Mission Sudarshan Chakra,’ a defense drive focused on creating indigenous weapons systems. The initiative is expected to boost national security and reduce India’s reliance on foreign arms imports.
2. Pradhan Mantri Viksit Bharat Rozgar Yojana: Empowering Youth
To combat youth unemployment, the new scheme offers ₹15,000 to first-time job seekers in the private sector and incentives to firms that hire fresh graduates.
3. Next-Generation GST Reforms: Simplifying Taxation
Major GST system reforms are set to launch by Diwali, aiming to lower taxes on essential daily-use items and bring relief to ordinary citizens.
4. Indigenous Semiconductor Production: Boosting Technological Self-Reliance
Emphasizing tech independence, PM Modi announced India’s first domestically made semiconductor chips—an essential step for the country’s position in the global tech arena.
5. Expansion of Nuclear Energy Capacity: Ensuring Sustainable Growth
India will ramp up its nuclear energy capacity tenfold by 2047 to meet growing electricity needs and reduce carbon emissions, ensuring a sustainable energy future.
6. National Deepwater Exploration Mission: Harnessing Ocean Resources
This new mission aims to tap India’s underexplored ocean resources through deep-sea exploration, enhancing the nation’s energy security.
7. High-Power Demography Mission: Addressing Population Challenges
To tackle challenges from population growth and migration, the government will roll out a High-Power Demography Mission, designed to ensure balanced demographic development.
8. Structural Governance Reforms: Enhancing Efficiency
A new task force will pursue governance reforms, focused on cutting costs, removing outdated regulations, and making public administration more efficient.
9. Samudra Manthan Initiative: Exploring Maritime Potential
Although details remain under wraps, this initiative will target the sustainable development of India’s maritime resources.
These new missions highlight the government’s integrated approach focusing on self-reliance, innovation, and sustainability to shape India’s developmental journey for years to come. PM Modi reaffirmed that with these steps, India is firmly on track to become a developed nation by 2047.
