India, April 29 -- Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman on Tuesday said India's path to developed nation status by 2047 must be driven by inclusive growth, robust institutions and large-scale skilling.

Addressing a 'Viksit Bharat-Vision for 2047' event at NITTE University, she said progress must move beyond headline figures and reach smaller towns, rural regions and first-generation learners. She added that growth should be wide-based and participatory, with benefits shared across all sections of society.

"Viksit Bharat is not the responsibility of the government alone. It is a national partnership between the union, states, local governments, entrepreneurs, industry, academia, professionals and every citizen. The government can bu...