Union Minister for Commerce and Industry, Piyush Goyal, delivered a powerful address at the 2024 Indian Economic Congress (IEC), stressing the need for India to fast-track its development and become a "Viksit Bharat" (Developed India). His speech highlighted the importance of seizing opportunities in the current global environment and emphasized that India’s growth trajectory should not be slowed down.
In his address, Goyal used the phrase, “Bhagna Nahi Hai, Bhaag Lena Hai,” urging the country to not just chase development but to actively take the lead in shaping its future. The Union Minister outlined the steps being taken by the government to boost various sectors, including infrastructure, manufacturing, and digital services, to ensure the country remains competitive on the global stage.
Goyal emphasized that the vision for a “Developed India” hinges on innovation, inclusive growth, and sustainable development. He noted that the government's efforts to make India self-reliant, through initiatives like “Atmanirbhar Bharat,” are crucial to the country's economic success. The minister also stressed the importance of empowering the youth, supporting entrepreneurship, and improving India's global trade relations.
The IEC 2024, which brings together policymakers, industry leaders, and experts, served as a platform for discussing India’s economic future. Piyush Goyal's speech was a call to action for the nation to move forward with greater confidence, agility, and determination to achieve its goal of becoming a developed nation by 2047.
