Mann Ki Baat: PM Modi hails self-reliance goals achieved by country
Prime Minister Narendra Modi used his 'Mann Ki Baat' broadcast to celebrate India's progress in self-reliance, specifically highlighting the production of C-295 military aircraft. He also noted recent indigenous naval achievements and the country's success in international yoga competitions.
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The speech emphasizes the government's 'Make in India' initiative and its focus on domestic manufacturing and cultural soft power.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday (June 28, 2026) highlighted several milestones achieved by the country to become self-reliant as he cited the maiden flight of the made-in-India C-295 aircraft that will boost aerospace manufacturing abilities.
The article focuses on the Prime Minister's self-promotional narrative regarding national achievements without providing critical context or opposition views.
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