PM Modi's Independence Day Address: National Security, Economic Plans, and Political Messaging
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🗓️ Published: 2025-08-15T13:26:59+05:30
In his Independence Day speech from the Red Fort, Prime Minister Narendra Modi addressed a range of issues, from national security and economic policies to social justice and political messaging.
He announced a new "demographic mission" to combat what he termed a "well-thought-out conspiracy" to change India's demography through illegal immigration, a move met with Opposition protests.
Modi also lauded the RSS, marking the first time he has arguably done so extensively from the Red Fort, coinciding with the Sangh's centenary celebrations.
He further announced potential GST rate cuts as a "Diwali bonanza" signaled a firm stance against compromising farmers' interests in trade talks with the US, and outlined plans for a comprehensive national defense system by 2035.
The speech also included criticisms of the Congress party, particularly regarding the Emergency and the 'Gareebi Hatao' campaign, and emphasized self-reliance and the 'Vocal for Local' initiative to boost the Indian economy..