Summary
Prime Minister Narendra Modi introduced the 'Sapta Dhara' (seven streams of strength) framework on India's 80th Independence Day, aiming to accelerate the nation's journey towards becoming a Viksit Bharat. The seven areas identified are manufacturing, farming, technology, Gati Shakti, defence, the green economy, and soft power, which Modi believes will achieve significant progress in the next 5-7 years.