Film director Imtiaz Ali said at the ABP Network's India@2047 Conclave during a session titled "Looking Back, Looking Ahead – India's Kahani Culture".

The event connects cinematic and cultural storytelling to the broader national objective of development. By examining the evolution of India's narratives, the session aimed to align creative expression with the country's future trajectory.

The discussion took place at the Taj Palace in New Delhi [1]. The session was co-moderated by Megha Prasad and Dibang, with Prime Minister Narendra Modi also in attendance [1].

Ali's participation was part of the government's long-term vision known as "Viksit Bharat 2047" [2]. This initiative seeks to transform the nation into a fully developed country by the time it reaches its centenary of independence [3].

Under this framework, India aims to become fully developed by 2047 [3]. This timeline marks 100 years since the country gained independence [3]. The conclave served as a platform to discuss how cultural progress, and the direction of storytelling, can support these national goals [2].

The "Kahani Culture" session focused on the intersection of history and future aspirations. By looking back at previous narratives, the participants explored how those stories shape the current identity of the nation and its goals for the next two decades.

“India aims to become fully developed by 2047”

The inclusion of high-profile cultural figures like Imtiaz Ali in the Viksit Bharat 2047 dialogue suggests that the Indian government views soft power and cultural storytelling as essential pillars of national development. By linking the 'Kahani Culture' to economic and political milestones, the state is attempting to create a unified national narrative that bridges the gap between artistic expression and state-led developmental goals.