Take India forward: PM tells 'can-do generation' on Independence Day

Prime Minister Narendra Modi greeted citizens on Sunday on the occasion of 75th Independence Day, expressing hope that the year of Azadi ka Amrit Mahotsav will infuse new energy in the country.

Stressing that he has full faith in the youth of the country, Prime Minister Narendra Modi Sunday said this is a “can-do generation” which can achieve every goal.

India is commemorating Azadi ka Amrit Mahotsav, a year-long celebration to mark 75 years of Independence.

“Greetings to you all on Independence Day. Wishing you all a very Happy 75th Independence Day. May this year of Azadi ka Amrit Mahotsav infuse new energy among the people of the country. Jai Hind!” Modi tweeted.

After hoisting the Tricolour at Red Fort, Modi addressed the nation. Modi said he is not a soothsayer but believes in action.

Underlining his faith in the youth of the country, Modi said, “This is a Can-Do Generation and it can achieve every goal.”

The prime minister said he has full faith in the sisters and daughters, the farmers and the professionals of the country.

Stating that no obstacle can stop India from fulfilling its 21st-century dreams and aspirations, Modi said, “Our strength is our vitality, our strength is our solidarity. Our life force is the spirit of the nation first.”

Key points from Modi’s Independence Day address:

• The pain of partition was one of the greatest tragedies of last century; that’s why August 14 will be observed as Partition Horrors Remembrance Day
• We can say with pride that the world’s largest COVID vaccination programme is going on in India.
• Over 4.5 cr new households have received piped water supply within two years of Jal Jeevan Mission
• The athletes who have made us proud at Tokyo Olympics are here amongst us today. I urge the nation to applaud their achievements. They have not only won our hearts but also inspired future generations. We have to ensure we meet our goal of building Aatmanirbhar Bharat when we celebrate 100 years of India’s Independence
• 75th Independence Day should not be merely a ceremony; we have to march with new pledges for the next 25 years
• Be it Nehruji, Sardar Patelor Babasaheb Ambedkar, the country is remembering every such personality, the country is indebted to all of them
• We have to bridge the gap between lives in villages and cities.
• We are witnessing rapid transformation of our villages; Digital entrepreneurs are being nurtured in villages too
• Reservation is being ensured for Dalits, STs, backwards and general category poor
• The govt will give nutritious rice to the poor; rice provided under any scheme will be fortified by 2024
• Development of J&K visible on the ground; delimitation exercise on, preparations underway for Assembly polls
• Hand-holding of deprived communities necessary; reservation being ensured for Dalits, STs, backwards, general category poor
• Over 4.5-crore new households have received piped water supply within two years of Jal Jeevan Mission
• India is going to launch Pradhan Mantri Gatishakti National Master Plan India imported mobile phones worth USD 8 billion 7 years back, it is now exporting USD 3 billion worth of mobile phones
• Along with modern infrastructure, India needs to adopt a holistic approach in infrastructure construction
• We will have to work together for manufacturing world-class products, using cutting-edge innovation and new-age technology
• Our govt’s focus is to make small farmers, who own less than 2-hectare land and are over 80 per cent of all farmers, country’s pride
• The capitals of North-East states will soon be connected with Railways. The region is also getting connected with Bangladesh and Myanmar.
• Sainik Schools in the country will now be open for girls as well. At present, 33 Sainik schools are operating in the country. Two-and-a-half years ago, the maiden experiment of admitting girls in Sainik schools was carried out in Mizoram. Now, it’s open for all.
• India is fighting challenges of terrorism and expansionism; dealing with them with great courage
• In these COVID times, India IS receiving highest foreign investment; its forex reserves are at an all-time high
• 75 Vande Bharat trains will connect different parts of the country in 75 weeks
• I have faith in our youth; this is a can-do generation, it can achieve every goal
• National Hydrogen Mission to make India new global hub of green hydrogen, its largest exporter.
• Rs 100 lakh crore Gatishakti initiative to bring employment opportunities for the youth, help local manufacturers become globally competitive