Innovation & Technology: The Binding Pillars of Viksit Bharat

As India marches towards its centenary of independence, innovation and technology emerge as the binding force that will strengthen the four pillars of Viksit Bharat.

- Dr. Davish Jain

India has always been a land of dreamers and doers. From the spinning wheel of 1947 to the digital revolution of today, our journey has been one of resilience and renewal. As we look ahead to 2047, the centenary of independence, innovation and technology must become the heartbeat of our progress—the rhythm that unites youth, women, farmers, and the poor into a single powerful force called Viksit Bharat.

Imagine waking up in 2047 to an India where a child in a Himalayan hamlet studies mathematics on a tablet in her own language... where farmers fly drones to predict rains and protect crops... and where every city shines with clean energy, free of coal smoke. This is not science fiction. This is the promise of Viksit Bharat— our roadmap to becoming a developed nation as we celebrate 100 years of independence.

From freedom to future

In 1947, India won its political freedom. But our leaders dreamed of more—a self-reliant nation built on dignity and opportunity. Since then, our GDP has grown from $30 billion to over $4 trillion. Yet to reach $30 trillion by 2047, we must grow faster, create jobs for 200 million youth, and lift every family out of poverty.

Innovation, therefore, is not a luxury. It is our lifeline

I recall visiting a village school in Madhya Pradesh where girls once dropped out after Class 8 because families couldn't afford books or travel. Today, the same village learns through DIKSHA and other digital platforms, where free lessons reach millions on mobile phones. That is innovation—simple, scalable, and transformative.

Four pillars, One binding force