The Prime Minister's Independence Day Address
During his Independence Day speech from the Red Fort, the prime minister announced several key initiatives and reforms.
National Deep Water Exploration Mission
- The Prime Minister announced the launch of the National Deep Water Exploration Mission, likening it to a "Samudra Manthan."
- This mission aims to explore oil and gas reserves in the sea, pushing for energy self-reliance in India.
Objectives and Impact
- This mission will be executed in a mission mode to expedite the process.
- The Ministry of Earth Sciences outlined that deep-sea exploration will include biodiversity surveys and mineral resources exploration.
- Immediate benefits include advancements in scientific research, technological innovations, underwater engineering, asset inspection, and the promotion of ocean literacy.
