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Independence Day: 'A new modern system is being created...' says PM Modi

PM Modi addresses the Nation

New Delhi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi, in his addresss to the nation from rampart of the Red Fort on the occasion of 78th Independence Day, on Thursday said that if our 140-crore people resolve and move together in one direction, then we can become 'Viksit Bharat' by 2047 by overcoming all obstacles.

Viksit Bharat 2047
"For Viksit Bharat 2047, we invited suggestions from the countrymen. The many suggestions we received reflect the dreams and aspirations of our citizens. Some people suggested making India the skill capital, some others said that India should be made a manufacturing hub and the country must become self-reliant.

Reforms in governance and justice system, creation of greenfield cities, capacity building, India’s own space station - these are the aspirations of the citizens….When the people of the nation have such big dreams, it takes our self-confidence to newer heights and we become more resolute..." said the Prime Minister.

Modern system in all sectors
PM Modi said, "Be it tourism, education, health, MSME, transport, farming and agriculture sectors- in every sector a new modern system is being created. We want to move forward by adopting best practices by integration of technology." 

National Flag hoisting 
Before addressing the nation, Prime Minister Modi hoisted the National Flag at Red Fort for the 11th consecutive time.

Rashtriya Salute to PM 
After hoisting the Tricolour the Prime Minister received a 'Rashtriya Salute'. The Punjab Regiment Military band, consisting of one JCO and 25 Other Ranks, played the National Anthem during the hositing, of the National Flag and presented the 'Rashtriya Salute'. The Band was conducted by Subedar Major Rajinder Singh. (with Agency inputs)
 

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