President Draupadi Murmu on Thursday highlighted India’s journey to development of India since independence, which paid special attention to the role of artificial intelligence in economic development, technological progress and the future.
In his address to the nation on the eve of the 79th Independence Day, President Murmu said that the country’s 6.5 percent GDP growth rate, controlled inflation rate and rising exports are all major indicators that the Indian economy is in the pink color of health.
He said that India has made “extraordinary progress” in all regions and is on the way to become a self -sufficient nation.
“We started a new journey in 1947. After a long years of foreign rule, India was completely in poverty at the time of independence. But in 78 years, we have made extraordinary progress in all areas. India is on the way to become a self -sufficient nation and is moving forward with great confidence,” said President Murmu.
The President said that at present India remains the fastest growing economy in the world amid tension in the global economy, saying that it is all possible due to “calibrated reforms and conscious economic management”.
He said, “In the economic sector, our achievements are all more noticeable. With a GDP growth rate of 6.5 percent in the last financial year, India is growing fastest among major economies in the world. Even in the global economy, there has been an increase in demand at home. The hard work and dedication of our workers and farmers.”
The President confirmed that a large part of the population has been taken out of poverty, income inequality is decreasing and “good governance” regional inequalities are disappearing.
“A large number of people have been taken out of poverty through good governance. The government is running a series of welfare initiatives for the poor and also for those who have risen above the poverty line, but are still insecure, so that they fall down again. And holding with the front-colon, and” he said.
The President highlighted the development of the infrastructure, including the expansion of the National Highway Network under the Bharmala Parijana and the modernization of the railway. He instigated the opening of the Kashmir Valley Rail Link as a “historic milestone” which would promote trade and tourism in the region.
“Our business leaders, small and medium industries and traders have always demonstrated a can-do spirit; what was needed was removing hurdles in the path of wealth.
“We have expanded and strengthened the National Highway Network under Bharatmala Parijana. Railways have also introduced new types of trains and coaches equipped with the latest technologies. The inauguration of rail links in the Kashmir Valley is a major achievement. The valley will promote a new economic possibilities as well as the new economic verbal possibilities. The country, the country, said to the country.
President Murmu said that initiatives like Amarut ensure water and sewerage connections for homes, while water life mission works to provide tap water to rural homes.
“The country is rapidly urbanization. Therefore, the government is paying special attention to improve the conditions of cities. Addressing the major area of urban transport, the government has expanded the metro rail facilities. The number of cities with metro rail service has become famous in a decade. Connection.
“In the Healthcare sector, we are looking at a paradigm change with a variety of initiatives under Ayushman Bharat, the largest healthcare of its kind in the world. The scheme has already covered more than 55 crore people. The government has also benefited all senior citizens aged 70 years old. Facilities,” said President Murmu.
Highlighting significant technological progress in the nation, President Murmu said that almost all villages now have 4G connectivity, which can make India a leader in digital payments and direct benefits transfer.
He said, “In this digital age, it is suitable that the most dramatic progress in India is information technology. Almost all villages have 4G mobile connectivity, and the remaining few will be covered soon. It is possible to adopt a large scale compared to digital payment technologies. The number of total digital transactions in the world is possible.
President Murmu said that Artificial Intelligence is the next stage of technological advancement, which improves India-AI Mission’s launch to create AI models in line with India’s needs and to bring the country into a position as a global AI hub by 2047, improves the lives of governance and citizens, keeping in mind the launch of the India-AI Mission.
“Artificial Intelligence is the next stage of technological advancement and has already entered our lives. The government has launched an India-AI mission to strengthen the country’s AI capabilities. It is also helping to create AI models that responds to India’s specific needs. As we wish to become a global-AI-hub by 2047, we will make the best use for the common people.” (AI)
Update August 14, 2025 22:34