PM Modi Says No Need To Wait For 2047 Deadline To Build Developed India

Prime Minister Narendra Modi delivered a significant and visionary address during the Diwali Milan ceremony organized at the Bharatiya Janata Party headquarters in New Delhi on Thursday, while during the event, he made a major statement asserting that nothing is impossible in the country and there is no absolute need to wait for the 2047 deadline to achieve the ultimate goal of a developed India (Viksit Bharat). The grand celebration witnessed the presence of numerous media personnel and senior party leaders, where the Prime Minister elaborated on the transformation of media, his early political journey, and the unprecedented milestones achieved by the nation.

Recalling Early Journalism Days And Evolving Media Landscape

Beginning his address, Prime Minister Narendra Modi fondly recalled his long-standing and deep association with media professionals. He shared that he vividly remembers the early 1990s when he was entrusted with the responsibility of managing logistics and arrangements for two massive nationwide tours. That was an entirely different era when finding a fax machine was mandatory just to dispatch a simple press release. From the era of physical press releases to the modern age of Instagram reels, he has closely witnessed a long and transformative journey of media and media communication. Throughout this timeline, technological advancements have drastically reshaped the very core of media and journalism.

An Interesting Anecdote When Journalists Discovered His CM Appointment

Sharing a fascinating historical anecdote, the Prime Minister revealed how journalists beforehand discovered the news of his elevation as the Chief Minister of Gujarat, while he noted with a touch of humor that media persons possess a unique strength that always keeps political figures on their toes. Back then, absolutely no one except two or four top-tier leaders in the party had any inkling of the decision. PM Modi recalled that he used to live in a single room at 11 Ashoka Road in New Delhi. Suddenly, one fine day, an entire group of journalists barged into his room. At that time, there used to be a prominent women’s brigade of reporters. They enthusiastically told him to distribute sweets, while when he inquired about the reason behind the celebration, they informed him that he was heading to Gujarat to take charge as the new Chief Minister. Although the information was restricted to a handful of people, those reporters had already cracked the news, and their prediction eventually proved to be entirely accurate.

Changing World Dynamics And The Evolution Of Political Strategies

Prime Minister Modi further elaborated that when reporters transition into editors, their roles within media houses naturally undergo a profound change. Similarly, after stepping into government administration, his own responsibilities experienced a massive transformation. Last month marked twenty-five years since he first assumed leadership as the head of a government. Over the course of these twenty-five years, monumental changes have taken place across the nation, the global stage, and the traditional methods of politics. Rapidly evolving technology has redefined the identity and structure of media, presenting both newfound ease and distinct modern challenges for traditional media outlets.

Achieving The Goal Of A Developed India Is Not Impossible

Highlighting the phenomenal achievements driving India forward today, Prime Minister Modi emphasized that realizing the vision of a developed India is far from impossible. He urged the audience to reflect on what India has successfully accomplished over the past few years, while posing reflective questions, he asked who could have ever imagined that India would successfully land near the South Pole of the moon and script history. Who would have thought that India would emerge as the second-largest mobile manufacturer in the world. Who could have envisioned the construction of the world's highest railway arch bridge over the Chenab River. Also, India has multiplied its solar generation capacity by more than fifty times in just twelve years, while simultaneously building the third-largest startup ecosystem globally within the same timeframe.

Reaching Viksit Bharat By Accomplishing Multiple Small And Large Targets

Concluding his remarks, the Prime Minister clarified that the 2047 deadline doesn't imply that the nation must simply fold its hands and wait until then. Drawing parallels with the Indian freedom struggle, he noted that the ultimate goal of absolute self-rule (Purna Swaraj) wasn't going to materialize in a single day or two. Instead, incremental smaller targets were systematically set and achieved, which progressively instilled absolute confidence among the masses that freedom was inevitable, rallying the entire country behind a singular resolute objective, while similarly, the collective confidence of the nation will guide us toward the vision of a developed India. By systematically fulfilling various minor and major milestones along the way, we will ultimately reach our destination of a developed nation. Prior to this event, on the auspicious occasion of Diwali, PM Modi had cautioned the nation that the threat of extremism has not completely vanished, noting that while physical Maoism has been eradicated from forests, ideological or brain-deadened extremists still exist in society.