Viksit Bharat @2047: Vision, Challenges and Pathways

Author: Kush Hatui & Dr. Pankaj Kumar Paul

DOI Link: https://doi.org/10.70798/Bijmrd/04051007

Abstract: India’s aspiration to become a developed nation by 2047, marking the centenary of its independence, has been articulated through the vision of Viksit Bharat @2047. This vision seeks to transform India into an economically prosperous, socially inclusive, technologically advanced, culturally vibrant, and environmentally sustainable nation. Achieving this ambitious goal requires coordinated efforts across multiple sectors, particularly policy formulation, educational transformation, cultural preservation and promotion, and innovation-driven development. The present paper examines the vision of Viksit Bharat @2047 and explores the opportunities and challenges associated with its realization. Employing a qualitative and analytical methodology based on policy documents, scholarly literature, and government reports, the study analyzes the role of public policy, education, culture, and innovation in shaping India’s developmental trajectory. The findings indicate that while India possesses significant demographic, technological, and cultural advantages, challenges such as educational inequality, skill gaps, socioeconomic disparities, digital divides, and governance issues must be addressed. The paper concludes that inclusive policies, transformative education, cultural confidence, and innovation ecosystems are essential for achieving the objectives of Viksit Bharat @2047. Policy suggestions are proposed to strengthen India’s developmental framework and ensure sustainable national progress.

Keywords: Viksit Bharat @2047, Education, Innovation, Public Policy, Culture, Sustainable Development, Knowledge Economy.

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