Spokesperson of the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), Shazia Ilmi speaks for an India that proudly reclaims its civilizational identity while embracing global leadership.

In this interview, she highlights the core principles of Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s vision: cultural sovereignty in the face of Islamist radicalism, and strategic self-reliance through economic resilience and national pride.

The Atmanirbhar Bharat doctrine exemplifies India’s ambition to stand on its own feet: by producing locally, strengthening domestic industry, and empowering its people. It is a sovereignty of inclusion, not retreat — and one that looks confidently to the future.