"24x7 for 2047; not afraid of challenges because I live for my country, countrymen": PM Modi

New Delhi [India], August 15 : Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday reiterated his commitment to work three times the speed to achieve the goals of Viksit Bharat by 2047 and called the countrymen to join in making a 24X7 commitment for 2047.
While addressing the nation from the ramparts of Red Fort on the occasion of Independence Day, PM Modi emphasised making India the third-largest economy in his third term.
"This is India's golden era. 2047 is awaiting our Viksit Bharat. Defeating the obstacles and challenges, this committee to go ahead with a new resolution...I had said earlier too that in my third term, the country would become the third-largest economy and I would work at three times the speed. So that the dreams of the country are realised at the earliest. I'm not afraid of challenges because I live for my country, countrymen. So let's join in 24X7 for 2047 commitment to fulfil the dreams of our ancestors..." he said.
He highlighted the reforms undertaken by the central government in the past 10 years and said that this has increased self-confidence in the youth and their desire to take giant leaps.
"People waited for reforms, we got an opportunity and we implemented major reforms. Our commitment to reform is not restricted to editorials, our reforms are not for small praise it is for making the country strong. This has resulted in a rise in self-confidence. There are now many avenues open for our youngsters. The youth now does not want to walk slowly they want to jump to achieve new things, and they want to take giant leaps. This is a golden era for India," PM Modi said.
"We should not let this opportunity go. We will then achieve the goals of Viksit Bharat by 2047," he added.
"From tourism to MSME to health--in every sector there is a new modern system. We have adopted best practices. Each sector needs new things, to use technology and we have to ensure these sectors get support. Let's all walk with all our strength and achieve all our goals," he said.
He further highlighted the efforts and dedication of farmers, soldiers, and youth among other sectors in taking the country to new heights.
"They are our farmers, our soldiers, the courage of our youth, the contribution of our mothers and sisters, the Dalits, the exploited, the deprived and the oppressed. Today the feeling for national security and national development is there. I salute all these people today," he said.
The Prime Minister also urged the nation to work towards a developed nation to be achieved by 2047. He said that 40 crore Indians showed strength and courage to drive away the British decades back.
"Before independence, 40 crore Indians showed courage, dedication and bravery and moved with one motto, and broke the shackles of colonial rule despite all adversaries. Their only goal was freedom. If 40 crore Indians could do this, then 140 CR Indians of my family can do wonders if they take one pledge then despite all challenges we can make a Viksit Bharat by 2047," PM Modi said.
"Now is the time to live for Viksit Bharat 2047 and we Indians are determined. We have to become Atmanirbhar in every field. It is the determination of the Indians that is driving my resolve. India can become a developed nation by 2047. There was a time when people had a do-or-die attitude and we got freedom and now we must have the strength to live for the nation and that can make a strong India," he added.
Earlier, PM Modi was warmly welcomed by Defence Minister Rajnath Singh and other dignitaries. The Prime Minister was pictured dressed in a white kurta and blue attire and a traditional multicolour safa.
This year's celebration marks the 11th time PM Modi addressed the nation from the Red Fort on Independence Day, making him the third Prime Minister after Jawaharlal Nehru and Indira Gandhi to achieve this milestone. The theme for this year's Independence Day is 'Viksit Bharat @ 2047,' aiming to drive the Government's efforts to transform India into a developed nation by 2047.