Author: A P J Abdul Kalam
Y S Rajan/
Publisher: Penguin/Puffin
Year: 2005
Language: English
Pages: 104
ISBN/UPC (if available): 0143334999
Description
Each and every Indian can make a difference, especially the nation's youth.
Mission India is a road map for the youth of today who will shape the India of tomorrow. The mission is to transform India into a developed nation and one of the world's top five economic powers by the year 2020. Dr A P J Abdul Kalam and Y S Rajan examine India's strengths and weaknesses to show how this goal is not an unrealistic one.
This inspirational book introduces children to the unknown success stories of India and discusses the country's problems at the beginning of the twenty-first century. It looks at different aspects of national life, and clearly explains the achievements and challenges in each of these areas. It also discusses the ways in which today's youth can make a difference to the country.
Based on the central tenets of the runaway best-seller, India 2020: A Vision for the New Millennium, this book seeks to inspire readers with the crucial sense of purpose which is essential for developing a strong and prosperous nation.
Contents
PREFACE
Can India Become a Developed Country?
Agriculture And Food Processing
Materials and The Future
Chemical Industries And Biotechnology
Manufacturing For The Future
Strategic Industries
The Services Sector and The Indian Education System
Healthcare For All
The Enabling Infrastructure
Realizing The Vision
Acknowledgements