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'India is the mother of democracy': PM Modi pitches 'power to empower' vision
Today, Prime Minister Narendra Modi addressed the Bloomberg New Economy Forum, calling for a shift from traditional power toward the "power to empower" and empowering citizens rather than creating dependence.
Highlighting India, The Prime Minister described the country as the "mother of democracy," citing more than 100 languages, about 80,000 registered newspapers, and more than 1,000 satellite TV channels enabling open national debates.
India has more than 500 million YouTube users and over 500 million Instagram users, reflecting the scale of Digital participation in the country's democratic framework and social media engagement.
IMF data shows GDP growth reached 7% for FY27, while Modi noted that economic growth is building on a strong foundation amid global uncertainty and shifting market conditions.
Emphasising India, Modi said the country increased renewable energy capacity to 300 gigawatts from around 75 gigawatts in 12 years, creating new economic opportunities through green energy transition.