New Delhi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi will address the nation at 5 pm today, with attention focused on key economic and global developments, including the rollout of GST 2.0 and new H-1B visa regulations announced by the United States.
Government sources indicate that the Prime Minister is expected to outline measures aimed at streamlining the tax system under GST 2.0, which promises simplified compliance and broader digital integration for businesses. The reforms are expected to boost trade, improve revenue collection, and strengthen India’s economic framework ahead of the festive season.
At the same time, PM Modi may address India’s response to the steep $100,000 fee imposed on new H-1B visa applicants by US President Donald Trump, a move that has sparked concern among Indian professionals working in the US. Officials are watching closely as the Prime Minister is expected to reassure citizens on measures being taken to safeguard the interests of skilled Indian workers abroad.
The Prime Minister’s address comes on the eve of the first day of Navratri, and while the focus will remain on economic and global policy updates, officials indicate that he may also briefly highlight national security achievements, including the successful Operation Sindoor earlier this year, which targeted terror hubs in Pakistan.
Citizens across the country are expected to tune in to the address, which combines economic policy, international affairs, and national security in a single discourse.
