New Delhi (Agency): Prime Minister Narendra Modi addressed the nation on Independence Day, using compelling phrases to underline his government’s achievements, outline his future vision, and critique the opposition. His speech touched upon India’s vast potential and the challenges that stand in its path.
1. Power of India’s Youth: The Prime Minister emphasized India’s demographic advantage. “This trinity of demography, democracy and diversity has the potential to fulfil every dream of India,” he declared. At a time when many countries are aging, India boasts the highest population under 30. He passionately said, “my country has crores of hands, crores of brains, crores of dreams, crores of resolutions! So, my brothers and sisters, we can get the desired results.”
2. A Pivotal Moment for India: Modi described India as standing between a millennium of past challenges and a grand millennium of potential. He urged, “Taking pride in the heritage that was once lost, let us believe that every step we take will determine our direction for the next 1,000 years and will write the fate of India.”
3. Vision for a Developed India: Looking ahead, PM Modi envisions a flourishing India by 2047, when the country celebrates its centenary of independence. “It should be our collective responsibility to ensure development,” he asserted. Reminiscing about the time when India was referred to as the “golden bird,” he expressed his steadfast belief in India’s resurgence by 2047.
4. Addressing Core Challenges: Modi didn’t shy away from naming the three ills haunting India: “corruption, nepotism and appeasement.” Describing corruption as a termite, he lamented how it has corroded India’s systems. “Dynastic politics has snatched away people’s rights,” he remarked. He also touched upon appeasement as a challenge, stating that it has clouded the nation’s true character.
5. Personal Commitment: With firm determination, Modi pledged, “My dear family members, this is Modi’s commitment; it is my personal commitment that I will continue to fight against corruption.” He emphasized the importance of removing these challenges for the welfare of all citizens, from the impoverished to the tribal communities.
6. Promise of Economic Growth: Modi expressed optimism about India’s economic trajectory. He assured, “in the coming five years, Modi guarantees that the country will be among the top three world economies.”
7. Criticizing Dynastic Politics: PM Modi took a strong stance against dynastic politics, a reference many believe is aimed at the opposition. “Party of the family, by the family and for the family,” he lamented, emphasizing that such practices weaken India’s democracy.
In his impassioned speech, PM Narendra Modi both celebrated India’s achievements and laid out a path to overcome its challenges. It was a call to collective action, a reminder of India’s strengths, and a commitment to address its weaknesses.