India's Modi makes developed nation pledge

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi at the Red Fort in New Delhi
Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi spoke from the Red Fort for Independence Day in New Delhi. -AP

India will aim to become a developed nation within 25 years, Prime Minister Narendra Modi has said in a national day address, with policies to support domestic production in power, defence and digital technology.

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