Amid Iran War Impact, PM Modi's Nuclear Message: ‘5 New Nuke…’
Modi said India will train 1 crore youth in AI and add 5 to 8 semiconductor plants as part of the 2047 development plan.
- On Saturday, August 15, 2026, Prime Minister Narendra Modi addressed the nation from the Red Fort on India's 80th Independence Day, outlining the 'Viksit Bharat 2047' roadmap to transform the country into a developed nation by 2047.
- Advancing technological self-reliance through the 'Aatmanirbhar Bharat' initiative, Modi emphasized reducing India's dependence on other nations. India has established three major semiconductor plants, with five to eight more expected soon.
- Modi also detailed energy security plans, targeting 100 gigawatts of nuclear power by 2047 and commissioning five new reactors this decade. Piped gas coverage expanded from 70 cities to 700 over the last 12 years.
- The Prime Minister announced a major skill development initiative providing AI training to one crore youth over the next year and free online coaching for competitive examinations to reduce family financial burdens.
- Modi announced a nationwide talent hunt for children aged 5 to 15 to strengthen India's sporting prospects for participating in at least three-fourths of events at the 2036 Olympic Games.
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Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi aims to expand the number of chip factories and nuclear power plants in the country to further develop India's economy. He said this in a speech at the celebration of the country's independence. Modi also highlighted the large protests against the limited economic opportunities for young people.
Amid Iran war impact, PM Modi's nuclear message: ‘5 new nuke…’
Prime Minister Narendra Modi, in his 2026 Independence Day address, outlined an ambitious nuclear energy target for India, saying the country aims to achieve 100 GW of nuclear power capacity by 2047. He said five new nuclear reactors are being planned as part of the expansion. Modi also highlighted India's focus on exploring the country's vast maritime resources, saying areas previously considered “no-go” zones would be opened for exploration. R…
PM Modi gives 6 clarion calls for India's next leap: AI skilling youth, chip plants, nuclear power and more
From training one crore young Indians in AI within a year to taking nuclear power capacity to 100 GW by 2047, PM Modi set out a series of targets that reflect the government's push to make India a technology and manufacturing powerhouse
From Samudra Manthan to nuclear energy: PM Modi unveils big energy security push from Red Fort
From the Red Fort, Prime Minister Narendra Modi outlined a major push for India’s energy security, saying areas once designated as ‘No-Go’ zones are now being opened as ‘Go-Ahead’ areas for exploration. He announced an ₹85,000 crore allocation to accelerate offshore exploration under the ‘Samudra Manthan’ initiative. PM Modi also set a target of 100 GW of nuclear power by 2047, highlighted India’s progress in fast breeder technology and pointed …
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