Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday addressed the nation from the ramparts of the Red Fort on the occasion of India’s 79th Independence Day. This marked
his 12th consecutive flag hoisting at the historic monument in New Delhi.
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In his speech, PM Modi stressed that the 21st century is “technology-driven” and that countries excelling in technology have reached new milestones of development. He recalled that India had started discussions on semiconductor factories 50-60 years ago, but the plans were stuck for decades.
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PM Narendra Modi says, "When we speak of different aspects of technology, I draw your attention to semiconductors, as an example. I am not at the Red Fort to criticise any government; I do not want to do it. But the youth of the country should know about it. File work on semiconductors began 50-60 years ago in our country. The idea of semiconductor factory came forth 50-60 years ago. You would be surprised to know that the idea of semiconductor was killed in the womb 50-60 years ago. We lost 50-60 years..."
Today, India is flexing its muscles in semiconductors. We are pushing forward this work in Mission Mode. ''By the end of this year'', there will be Made-in-India chips in the market, he announced, setting a firm deadline for the country’s semiconductor ambitions.
PM Narendra Modi says, "Today, I urge the young scientists, talented youth, engineers, professionals and all departments of the Government that we should have our jet engines for our own Made in India fighter jets."
