Takeaways from Prime Minister Modi’s Independence Day speech

On Thursday (August 15), Prime Minister Narendra Modi advocated for significant reforms in the agricultural sector during the 78th Independence Day celebrations. In his traditional address from the Red Fort, he highlighted the government’s commitment to improving the lives of farmers across the country. The Prime Minister praised farmers for their adoption of organic farming practices and expressed confidence that they have the potential to position India as the global leader in organic food production, aligning with the nation’s vision of becoming a Viksit Bharat.

Here are the takeaways from this speech:

• We have only one resolve – Nation First. For us, national interest is paramount
• Bharat’s reputation has enhanced globally, and the world’s perception of Bharat has shifted
• If 140 crore citizens of my country, 140 crores of my family members set out with a resolution, determine a direction and march forward step by step, shoulder to shoulder, no matter how great the challenges, how intense the scarcity or the struggle for resources, we can overcome every challenge and build a prosperous Bharat and achieve the goal of a ‘Viksit Bharat’ by 2047
• The commitment to live for the country can create a Viksit Bharat
• Every citizen’s dream & resolution is evident in the commitment of Viksit Bharat 2047.
• In today’s India, there is no place for a
  Mai-Baap culture
• When the people of this nation possess such broad thinking and grand dreams, when their resolve is reflected in these words, it strengthens a new resolve within us.
• I extend my deep respect to the greats who are protecting the country with full dedication and commitment for national defence and nation building
• Our patriotic zeal and faith in democracy have become an inspiration for the world
• We have moved from the stale status-quo mindset to one of growth and reforms
• Our path of reforms has become a blueprint for growth
• This is a ‘Golden Era for Bharat’ in terms of opportunities, despite gloomy global conditions.
• We must not let this opportunity slip away. If we seize this moment and move forward with our dreams and resolutions, we will fulfil the nation’s aspirations for a ‘Swarnim Bharat’ (Golden India) and achieve our goal of a developed Bharat by 2047
• A new and modern system is being established in every field, be it the tourism sector, MSMEs, education, healthcare, transport, agriculture, or the farming sector
• We aim to advance in line with our country’s unique conditions while adopting the best practices from around the world
• Every sector requires modernization and innovation, with an emphasis on
  integrating technology
• Less government interference in the lives of ordinary citizens is an important part of our vision of Viksit Bharat 2047.
• At least two annual reforms in each of the 3 lakh institutions operating across the country are mandated, then it could result in around 25-30 lakh reforms annually leading to increased confidence of common man

• Our aim is to accelerate progress in every sector, focusing on three key areas. Firstly, we must create new opportunities across all sectors. Secondly, we should work towards strengthening the supporting infrastructure required for evolving systems. And thirdly, we must prioritize and enhance the basic amenities for our citizens
• Natural catastrophes are becoming a huge cause of concern for us
• I express my deepest condolences to all those affected by recent natural disasters and assure that the nation stands with them in this hour of crisis.
• Compassion is central to our approach. We are moving forward with both equality and compassion at the core of our work
• We are here to serve each of you, every family and every region
• To pursue the dream of a developed India, from the ramparts of the Red Fort today, I bow my head in gratitude and thank the crores of countrymen for blessing us and choosing us to serve the nation
• I assure you all that we have to move forward to new heights, with a new zeal
• We are not amongst those who watch from the sides and revel in the glory of small achievements
• We are from a culture of seekers of new knowledge and resilience; the go-getters who relentlessly aspire for higher achievements
• We want to scale newer heights of development and we wish to inculcate this habit among our citizens.
• There is a certain section of people who cannot think beyond their own welfare and do not care about the well-being of others. Such individuals, with their distorted mindset, are a concern. The country must avoid these people, who are
  mired in despair
• These pessimistic elements are not merely hopeless; they are nurturing a negative mindset that dreams of destruction and seeks to undermine our collective progress. The country needs to recognise this threat
• I want to assure my fellow citizens that with our good intentions, integrity, and dedication to the nation, we will win over even those who oppose us.
• We will leave no stone unturned in fulfilling our commitments, changing the destiny of 140 crore citizens, securing their future, and realizing the nation’s dreams
• Corruption at all levels has shattered the common man’s faith in the system
• I want to create an environment of fear for the corrupt, so the tradition of looting the common citizen comes to an end
• The attempt to sow such seeds in society, the glorification of corruption, and the continuous efforts to increase the acceptance of the corrupt have become a significant challenge for a healthy society and a matter of great concern
• The Constitution has been instrumental in fortifying Bharat’s democracy for the last 75 years. It has safeguarded the rights of our dalits, the oppressed, the exploited and the deprived sections of the society
• It is crucial for citizens to focus on the duties enshrined in the Constitution as we celebrate 75 years of our Constitution
• The responsibility of abiding by the duties extends beyond just the citizens to various institutions of the country
• When we all fulfil our responsibilities collectively, we naturally become guardians of each
  other’s rights
• By performing our duties, we inherently protect these rights without needing any additional effort.
• Dynastic politics and casteism are causing significant harm to the democracy of Bharat
• We must align our aspirations and our efforts to ensure that the 21st century, destined to be the century of Bharat, becomes a ‘Swarnim Bharat’ (Golden India), and make ‘Viksit Bharat’ in this century and advance towards fulfilling those dreams
• I live for you, I live for your future, I live for the bright future of Mother India
• We are becoming self-reliant in the defence sector.
• India has gradually emerged and is establishing itself as an exporter and manufacturer of various Defence Equipment
• When our armed forces conduct Surgical Strikes, our heart fills with pride and our heads
  are held high
• 140 crore Indians today feel proud and confident of episodes of valour of our armed forces
• In the past decade, we have witnessed humongous infrastructure development by providing state of art railways, airport, ports, and robust roadways network to ensure government connectivity
• I urge all elected representatives, regardless of party or state, to take steps on a mission mode to ensure Ease of Living
• India is bound to become the third-largest economy during my third term, and that I will work three times harder, at three times the speed and with three times the scale so that the dreams we have for the nation are realized sooner
• Transformation in the agriculture sector is the crucial need of the hour
• G-20 was never held in such a grand manner before.
• Bharat has the capability to organise major international events and possesses
  unparalleled hospitality
• External challenges, in particular, are likely to escalate
• I want to convey to such forces that the development of Bharat does not mean a threat to anyone
• We are the land of Buddha, and war is not our path. Therefore, the world need not worry
• I hope that the situation in Bangladesh soon returns to normalcy, especially given our proximity as a neighbouring country
• The primary concern of our 140 crore citizens is to ensure the safety of Hindus, the
  minorities in Bangladesh
• Bharat has always desired that our neighbouring countries pursue a path of contentment and peace.
• Our commitment to peace is deeply rooted in our culture
• The current Civil Code resembles a Communal Civil Code, one that is discriminatory.
• Laws that divide our nation based on religion and foster discrimination have no place in
  modern society
• After 75 years of a Communal Civil Code, it is crucial to move towards a Secular Civil Code
• It is our collective responsibility to realize the vision of the framers of our Constitution
• We should welcome diverse opinions and perspectives regarding the secular civil code.
• India should come forward to embrace the concept of “One Nation One Election”
• Over 1,500 laws were eliminated to ensure citizens are not trapped in a web of legal complexities.
• We have replaced the centuries-old criminal laws with new criminal laws known as Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, whose idea at core is to ensure justice for citizens as against British ideology of reprimand and punishment