New Delhi, Aug. 15 -- Prime Minister Narendra Modi, in his Independence Day speech on Saturday, sought the youth's help in leading the nation in ensuring accurate data in the ongoing Census 2027. He told them from the ramparts of Red Fort that sparing just an hour or two of their time "can lend immense strength to the nation."

Appealing to the youth of the nation, PM Modi explained why recording accurate data as part of this census is significant.

"Currently, the census is underway across the country. A census is not merely about numbers; the finer details gathered through it shape policies and plans. It helps the nation draft its roadmap for progress, making accurate information crucial," PM Modi said.

He added, "Sometimes, government...