Viksit Bharat @ 2047: Towards a Developed, Inclusive, and Innovation-Driven India-A Review
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Viksit Bharat @ 2047, Inclusive Growth, Innovation Ecosystem, Employment Generation, Sustainable Development.Abstract
Viksit Bharat @ 2047 represents India’s strategic vision to transform into a developed, self-reliant, and globally competitive nation by its 100th year of independence. This paper explores India’s developmental trajectory, emphasizing inclusive growth, innovation, and employment generation. It identifies structural challenges, such as low employment elasticity, limited R&D investment, and uneven rural–urban development. The study concludes with policy recommendations to strengthen innovation ecosystems, enhance labor productivity, and ensure balanced socio-economic growth through rural and urban participation.
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