S. Jaishankar, the minister of external affairs, recently presented a vision for India’s future known as “Viksit Bharat,” or “Developed India.” By 2047, when India celebrates the 100th anniversary of its independence, this program seeks to make the country a developed one. According to Jaishankar, attaining this objective requires a foreign policy that is in line with the ambitions of a developed India.
According to Jaishankar, India’s foreign policy needs to change along with the country’s internal situation. He said, “If today our aspiration at home is to become a Viksit Bharat, surely there must be a foreign policy for Viksit Bharat” . He emphasized how crucial it is to adjust to shifting global dynamics and state behavior.
Discussions about moving away from the conventional “Nehru development model” shouldn’t be interpreted as political attacks, he said. Rather, he sees it as a necessary progression to address the problems of the modern world.
He emphasized that establishing solid international ties, reducing hostilities, and strengthening India’s position as a major state should be the main goals of its foreign policy. Additionally, the idea of “Vishwa Bandhu,” or universal brotherhood, was presented as a tenet that would direct India’s diplomatic activities.
A holistic approach to foreign policy that represents India’s objectives for growth and development on the international scene is highlighted by Jaishankar’s “Viksit Bharat” vision. India hopes to better negotiate the intricacies of international relations as it works toward being a developed country by 2047 by coordinating its diplomatic strategy with its domestic objectives.
