On the occasion of India’s 79th Independence Day (15 August 2025), Prime Minister Narendra Modi addressed the nation from the historic Red Fort in New Delhi after hoisting the Tricolour. This was PM Modi’s first Independence Day speech after “Operation Sindoor”—India’s precision strikes on terror camps in Pakistan in May 2025, carried out in response to the Pahalgam terror attack on 22 April that claimed 26 lives, mostly tourists in Jammu and Kashmir.
Delivering what is being reported as his longest-ever Independence Day address—lasting approximately 103 minutes—PM Modi made several major policy announcements and strategic declarations.
Top 5 Announcements from PM Modi’s Independence Day 2025 Speech
1. GST Reforms – ‘Double Diwali’ for Taxpayers
PM Modi promised a “Double Diwali” this year with the rollout of next-generation GST reforms. These reforms aim to reduce the tax burden on individuals and businesses across India.
“This Diwali, we are bringing reforms that will make it a double celebration for you,” PM Modi said, highlighting the government’s continued efforts to simplify India’s tax structure.
2. First Made-in-India Semiconductor Chip
In a boost to India’s technology and manufacturing sector, PM Modi announced that the first indigenous semiconductor chip will hit the market by the end of 2025. Six semiconductor plants are already operational, and four more have been approved.
“Made in India, by the people of India—our chips will be powering the future,” he said.
3. ₹1 Trillion ‘Viksit Bharat Rojgar Yojana’ for Youth Employment
Launching the ambitious Pradhan Mantri Viksit Bharat Rojgar Yojana, PM Modi announced a ₹1 trillion employment scheme aimed at creating 3.5 crore jobs.
- Young professionals securing their first private-sector job will receive a ₹15,000 incentive from the government.
- Companies generating additional employment will be rewarded with incentives.
4. ‘Sudarshan Chakra Mission’ – Strengthening National Security
Taking inspiration from Lord Krishna’s Sudarshan Chakra, PM Modi unveiled plans to expand, strengthen, and modernise India’s national security shield by 2035. This mission will focus on advanced defence technology and enhanced border security.
5. High-Powered Demography Mission to Combat Infiltration
Amid rising concerns over illegal immigration and demographic changes, PM Modi announced the creation of a High-Powered Demography Mission to address infiltration threats.
“Under a conspiracy, the country’s demography is being altered. We will not allow seeds of a new crisis to grow,” he stated.
Task Force for Next-Generation Reforms
PM Modi also announced a Task Force for Next-Generation Reforms to align India’s laws with 21st-century needs, laying the groundwork for the nation’s vision of becoming a ‘Viksit Bharat’ by 2047.
