13th Independence Day address by PM Narendra Modi from Red Fort on August 15, 2024
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PM’s I-Day speech — Reforms, AI skilling for youth, free online coaching and a warning on ‘dimagi Naxal’
Prime Minister Narendra Modi delivered his 13th Independence Day address from Red Fort, marking the first time in 80 years that Vande Mataram preceded the national anthem. He outlined key reforms, announced AI skilling initiatives for youth and free online coaching for competitive exams, and warned against 'dimagi Naxal' (ideological Naxalites) as a grave threat to national unity. The speech addressed economic challenges, security concerns, and domestic anxieties, setting policy direction for the year ahead.
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First time in 80 years Vande Mataram was played before the national anthem at I-Day ceremony
Announced AI skilling programme for youth and free online coaching for competitive exams
Warned against 'dimagi Naxal' (ideological Naxalites) terming them a 'grave threat' to national unity
Addressed economic challenges, security issues, and domestic anxieties in policy roadmap
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