# Narendra Modi calls for national unity and Viksit Bharat > Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/narendra-modi-calls-for-national-unity-and-viksit-bharat > Updated: 2026-10-23T07:52:02.000Z. Sources: 7. Developments: 2. Prime Minister Narendra Modi has issued several calls for national unity to combat divisive forces and achieve the goal of a developed India, or ‘Viksit Bharat’, by 2047. During Dussehra celebrations in Delhi, the Prime Minister urged political parties and national institutions to prioritize the nation’s welfare over divisive interests. He emphasized that collective strength is necessary to overcome challenges and noted that India is currently reclaiming its cultural identity. In West Bengal, Suvendu Adhikari also supported this vision, calling for the democratic defeat of elements he alleged were attempting to disrupt economic progress. Expanding on these themes at the Chinmaya Amrit Mahotsav Global Sammelan, Modi stressed the importance of self-reliance and the responsibility of citizens to address emerging societal distortions. He highlighted the role of cultural preservation and youth engagement in connecting the population to the long-term vision of a developed nation. ## Timeline ### 2026-10-23: Narendra Modi calls for unity and self-reliance to achieve developed India by 2047 Prime Minister Narendra Modi called for national unity and self-reliance during a speech in New Delhi, aiming to address societal challenges and achieve a developed India by 2047. 3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/narendra-modi-calls-for-unity-and-self-reliance-to-achieve-developed-india-by-2047 ### 2026-10-20: PM Modi calls for national unity against divisive forces during Dussehra Prime Minister Narendra Modi urged national unity and the defeat of divisive forces during Dussehra celebrations in Delhi, while leaders called for collective action to protect India's progress. 4 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/narendra-modi-and-suvendu-adhikari-call-for-unity-during-dussehra --- Cite as: Narendra Modi calls for national unity and Viksit Bharat. CLSTR, https://clstr.news/situations/narendra-modi-calls-for-national-unity-and-viksit-bharat