New Delhi, Aug 15 (IANS) On the 80th Independence Day, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday said that becoming an ‘Atmanirbhar Bharat’ is crucial for the country’s progress and stressed that India must reduce its dependence on other nations and become self-reliant.
Addressing the nation from the ramparts of the Red Fort, PM Modi said, “Becoming an ‘Atmanirbhar Bharat’ is crucial. That is why, over the past few years, our conviction has been that India should no longer live in dependence on other nations; we must become self-reliant. We must enhance our own capacities and safeguard our interests ourselves. With this resolve, we are moving forward firmly towards an ‘Atmanirbhar Bharat.’ Every Indian is connecting with initiatives like ‘Make in India,’ ‘Swadeshi’, and ‘Local for Local.”
Highlighting the importance of semiconductor technology in the modern economy, PM Modi said India was taking significant steps towards achieving self-reliance in the sector.
PM Modi added, “In today’s digital world and technological landscape, we understand the immense importance of chips. Whether it is electronic goods, medical equipment, or transportation systems, chips are indispensable; without them, the world would come to a standstill. India has moved towards self-reliance in this sector; three major semiconductor plants have already been established, and I have been informed that production from these facilities has already begun for export. In the coming 7-8 years, five to eight additional semiconductor plants are set to commence operations very soon.”
Earlier in the day, Prime Minister Modi paid floral tributes to the Father of the Nation, Mahatma Gandhi, at Rajghat before arriving at the Red Fort for the Independence Day celebrations.
This year’s Independence Day celebrations also witnessed the National Song, ‘Vande Mataram’, being played at the Red Fort for the first time since Independence. The rendition was followed by the National Anthem, ‘Jana Gana Mana’, marking a significant moment in the official celebrations.
–IANS
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