Shakti Ki Saptadhara: PM’s Seven Streams for Viksit Bharat
Why in the news
From the Red Fort on 15 August 2026, the Prime Minister set out seven interlinked areas of strength meant to carry India towards self-reliance and a developed nation.
Key facts
- Saptadhara means “seven streams”.
- Seen as interconnected pillars for the next development phase.
- Goals: Aatmanirbharta and Viksit Bharat.
The seven streams
| No. | Stream | Emphasis |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Manufacturing | Global manufacturing and supply-chain hub; domestic component production |
| 2 | Farming and food processing | Global markets for farms; millets, spices, fruits, vegetables as brands |
| 3 | Technology and innovation | Data centres, robotics, 6G, building on UPI and DPI |
| 4 | Gati Shakti and connectivity | Multimodal links to cut logistics costs |
| 5 | Raksha Shakti | Self-reliant defence manufacturing, especially drones |
| 6 | Green and blue economy | Green hydrogen, renewables, storage, fisheries, ocean technologies |
| 7 | Soft power | Yoga, handicrafts, films, gaming, tourism |
Exam angle
- Date of speech: 15 August 2026.
- Names to recall: Raksha Shakti, Gati Shakti.
- Overarching targets: Aatmanirbharta and Viksit Bharat.