PM Modi pledges India to join top‑three economies, host Olympics and land astronaut on Moon by 2047

Prime Minister Narendra Modi, speaking to Fortune India, outlined an ambitious roadmap for the nation over the next two decades. He said India intends to climb into the top three economies globally, a target that would place the country alongside the United States, China and the European bloc.

Modi also announced that India will bid to host the Olympic Games, positioning the event as a catalyst for sports infrastructure and international visibility. While no specific year was mentioned, the statement signals a long‑term commitment to meeting the International Olympic Committee’s criteria.

In the space sector, the prime minister set a clear milestone: by 2047, the year marking 100 years of India’s independence, an Indian astronaut will land on the Moon. The goal aligns with the nation’s expanding lunar exploration programme and its partnership with private and international agencies.

These declarations were made without detailed timelines or budgetary figures, but they reflect the government's broader vision of economic growth, global sporting stature and scientific achievement.

The statements are expected to shape policy discussions across ministries as India prepares its long‑term strategic plans.