PM Modi To Address Nation At 5 PM Ahead Of Navratri

Prime Minister Narendra Modi will be addressing the nation today at 5 PM. The topic of his address has not been officially announced yet.

The address comes on the eve of Navratri, a major festival celebrated across the country. On the other hand, Goods and Services Tax (GST) rate reductions will be effective from Monday, September 22. The reductions are set to reduce prices of most consumer goods, providing relief to households ahead of the festival season.

In recent remarks, Modi has reiterated that India must reduce its dependence on other countries, asserting that “our biggest enemy is our dependence on other countries”. The statements came in the context of negotiations on global developments like changes in the policy of H-1B visas in US, which could affect a large number of Indian professionals working abroad.

Modi has also highlighted self-reliance and support for Indian talent in international markets with higher domestic capacities, signifying the administration's plan to safeguard India's economy and workers in a changing world.

Earlier in the day, Modi also greeted citizens on Mahalaya, the beginning of Durga Puja. On X, he tweeted, "Wishing you all Shubho Mahalaya! As the sacred days of Durga Puja draw near, may our lives be filled with light and purpose." He added, "May the divine blessings of Maa Durga bring unwavering strength, lasting joy and wonderful health."

Past speeches by the Prime Minister have included policy proposals, economic updates, or festival-themed revelations. People generally look to these speeches for guidance and news from the government. While the agenda of the speech today is still unknown, the limelight is likely to be upon both the economic impact of GST rate cuts and on the broader communications on India's economic resilience and self-reliance.