New Delhi, Aug. 15 -- Addressing the nation from the iconic ramparts of the Red Fort on India's 80th Independence Day, Prime Minister Narendra Modi delivered a firm message of national resilience, economic foresight, and ambitious growth.

Highlighting a decade of strategic preparation, PM Modi emphasised how the government successfully insulated citizens and farmers from global shocks, ranging from the COVID-19 pandemic to ongoing geopolitical conflicts in West Asia, while steering the country toward its Viksit Bharat 2047 vision.

PM Modi criticised those who were 'spreading rumours' about how the country will face problems over energy, fuel, fertilisers, and other such necessities, but the foresight in preparing for any such eventualit...