On India's 79th Independence Day, prime minister Narendra Modi delivered a significant address from the red Fort in New Delhi, marking his first such speech since Operation Sindoor, which targeted terror camps in Pakistan. His speech, lasting approximately 103 minutes, included several noteworthy announcements aimed at various sectors of the nation. Here are the top five highlights:
1. GST Reforms: Modi announced forthcoming reforms in the Goods and services Tax (GST), promising to ease the tax burden on citizens. He declared, “This diwali, I am going to make it a double diwali for you,” emphasizing the government’s commitment to significant changes in the GST structure.
2. Made-in-India Chip: The prime minister revealed plans to launch India's first semiconductor chip by the end of the year, with six existing semiconductor units and four new ones approved, promoting self-reliance in technology.
3. Viksit Bharat Rojgar Yojana: Modi introduced a ₹1 trillion scheme aimed at creating job opportunities for youth. Under this initiative, young individuals entering the private sector will receive ₹15,000 from the government, with incentives for companies that generate more jobs, targeting the creation of nearly 35 million new positions.
4. sudarshan Chakra Mission: Modi outlined plans to enhance India's national security by modernizing its defense capabilities through the sudarshan Chakra Mission, inspired by Lord Krishna, with a goal set for 2035.
5. High-Power Demography Mission: Addressing concerns over demographic changes due to infiltration, Modi announced a new mission to combat this issue, emphasizing the need for security and integrity in border areas.
Additionally, he proposed a task force for next-generation reforms to align laws with contemporary needs, aiming for a developed india by 2047.
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