Physics Wallah founder Alakh Pandey has pledged "unconditional support" for Prime Minister Narendra Modi's new free online coaching initiative. Pandey stated he has "no profits" in mind for his involvement. The initiative was announced by PM Modi on August 15 during his Independence Day address.
Pandey expressed appreciation for the Prime Minister's promise. He believes online education offers the most effective way to deliver quality learning to students in remote areas. He aims for the initiative to be successfully implemented on the ground. He posted his support on X, formerly Twitter, tagging PM Modi and the Bharatiya Janata Party.
PM Modi's August 15 Announcements
Prime Minister Modi's Independence Day speech outlined several national development goals. These focused on youth, technology, and self-reliance.
- Viksit Bharat: The goal to make India a developed nation by 2047 was reinforced.
- Sapt Dhara: A seven-pillar growth plan for India's future was introduced.
- Youth Initiatives: Free online coaching for students and increased youth participation in the Census were announced. The government plans AI skill training for 1 crore youth.
- Self-Reliance: Emphasis was placed on 'Vocal for Local'. Efforts will be made to lower costs for agricultural inputs like urea and DAP.
- Semiconductors: India aims to build five to seven new semiconductor plants within seven to eight years.
- Nuclear Energy: The target is to reach 200 GW of nuclear energy capacity. Five new nuclear reactors are planned.
- Defence: India's defense production has grown nearly fourfold in the last 12 years.
- Economy: India is now the world's fastest-growing major economy.
