Modi's 11th Independence Day Speech Highlights

On India's 78th Independence Day, Prime Minister Narendra Modi delivered a record-breaking 98-minute speech from the Red Fort, outlining a comprehensive vision for a 'Viksit Bharat' (Developed India) by 2047. He emphasized the government's commitment to reforms across key sectors such as agriculture, climate change, and education, aiming to uplift the middle class and the poor. Modi highlighted India's success in meeting its Paris Agreement climate targets and announced plans to add 75,000 medical seats over the next five years. His speech also addressed the need for 'One Nation, One Election' and the adoption of a Uniform Civil Code. The event was attended by 6,000 special guests, including Olympic athletes and beneficiaries of various government schemes. This was Modi's 11th consecutive Independence Day address, making him the third Prime Minister to reach this milestone after Jawaharlal Nehru and Indira Gandhi.