Highlights of PM’s Red Fort speech: ‘Saptdhara – Seven streams for reform’
On the 80th Independence Day, Prime Minister Narendra Modi led the celebrations at the Red Fort in Delhi. For the first time, Vande Mataram was sung at the event. The Prime Minister's speech highlighted seven reform goals to achieve a Viksit Bharat by 2047. These reforms include manufacturing power, food production and processing, technology and innovation, seamless fast connectivity, defence measures, green and blue economy, and soft power measures.
The Prime Minister emphasized the country's progress in providing direct water supply and gas connections, increased internet users and digital transactions, and the electrification of the rail network. India aims to generate 100 GW of nuclear power and achieve 5 new nuclear reactors by 2047. The Prime Minister also discussed ongoing Free Trade Agreements with over 40 nations and the country's seafood potential.
To achieve the reforms, the Prime Minister stressed on conviction rather than compulsion, and allocated a significant innovation fund for youth.
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