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Future of India rests on skilled youth, says Prime Minister at IIT Delhi
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News Analysis IndiaReporter
August 8, 2026
07:31 AM
Prime Minister Narendra Modi addressed the graduating class of IIT Delhi, emphasizing that the country's strength lies in its educated youth. He praised the achievements of medalists and called for more female participation in engineering. Modi outlined India's push for economic, technological, and industrial self‑reliance, citing the launch of the first semiconductor manufacturing unit as proof of progress. He encouraged the graduates to contribute to sectors such as drones, AI, and startups, assuring them that their innovations will drive India's global competitiveness.
