India was in the global spotlight during the TV9 Summit 2025 held in New Delhi, where Prime Minister Narendra Modi addressed a diverse audience, including a global teleconferenced diaspora. His speech celebrated India’s transformative journey in various sectors, its expanding influence on the global stage, and its commitment to delivering growth and resilience.
Modi highlighted India’s rapid economic ascent, citing its remarkable leap from being the 11th largest economy to the 5th in just over a decade. He emphasized that in the last ten years, India’s GDP doubled, adding $2 trillion to its economy—an achievement unmatched by any major global economy in the same period. The doubling wasn’t merely statistical; it translated into tangible benefits for its citizens. Over 250 million people rose out of poverty, creating a burgeoning “Neo-Middle Class” with aspirations and contributions to the national economy. India, home to the world’s largest youth population, was hailed for leveraging its young talent to drive innovation and growth.
The Prime Minister detailed India’s progressive foreign policy evolution, transitioning from an equidistant stance to an “Equi-Closeness” approach. He noted how India’s voice is now not only heard but respected globally, shaping policy discussions and initiatives. Highlighting its role in global security, Modi recalled India’s leadership during the COVID-19 pandemic, producing vaccines and supplying medicines to over 150 countries, affirming the nation’s guiding principle of “humanity over monopoly.”
Turning to infrastructure resilience, Modi spotlighted India’s establishment of the Coalition for Disaster Resilient Infrastructure (CDRI), a global initiative aimed at safeguarding communities through robust infrastructure. Similarly, the International Solar Alliance (ISA) showcased India’s efforts in ensuring sustainable energy, particularly for smaller nations, with over 100 countries backing the initiative.
Modi also spoke about India’s commitment to revitalizing global connectivity through initiatives like the India-Middle East-Europe Economic Corridor, designed to streamline trade, bolster economic growth, and strengthen global supply chains.
He reflected on India’s pivotal role in democratizing international governance, with a landmark achievement being the inclusion of the African Union as a permanent member of the G-20. Modi underlined India’s efforts in sectors like traditional medicine, artificial intelligence, and the promotion of International Yoga Day, strengthening its global leadership position.
In examining domestic progress, the Prime Minister drew comparisons with India a decade prior, a nation hindered by infrastructural deficits and inefficiencies. He celebrated transformational programs such as Swachh Bharat, Ayushman Bharat, Ujjwala Yojana, and Har Ghar Nal Se Jal, which addressed basic needs like sanitation, healthcare, clean cooking fuel, and potable water. These initiatives profoundly improved lives while showcasing India’s ability to deliver on its promises.
On governance, Modi emphasized efforts to simplify processes and improve efficiency. Banking access expanded dramatically, with digital and physical infrastructure ensuring services reached the most remote villages. Bank profits surged to a record $17 billion, and over $2.8 billion in embezzled funds were recovered and returned to victims.
The Prime Minister proudly mentioned reforms like the abolition of 1,500 outdated laws, the removal of 40,000 compliance regulations, and the consolidation of over 30 taxes into the Goods and Services Tax (GST). He noted that platforms like the Government e-Marketplace (GeM) and Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT) system collectively saved over $60 billion in taxpayer funds while eliminating corruption and inefficiencies.
India’s manufacturing industry emerged as another focal point. Modi celebrated milestones such as the development of its first indigenous MRI machine and export surges in mobile phones, automotive parts, solar cells, and defense products. The country’s “Make in India” and “Aatmanirbhar Bharat” campaigns were credited for making India a manufacturing powerhouse.
As India pursues its vision of a developed nation by 2047, Modi underscored the importance of collective effort and innovation. He commended the TV9 Summit for fostering critical discussions and involving youth in shaping India’s future. Confident in the country’s trajectory, he declared, “India is no longer just a ‘Nation of Dreams’—it is a ‘Nation That Delivers.'”
This spirited address at the TV9 Summit reflected a nation poised for continued growth, resilience, and leadership on the global stage. As the world watches, India continues to redefine its role as a force for progress and innovation.
