New Delhi: Narendra Modi in his speech addressing the nation on Independence Day, encouraged family planning to prevent population explosion and stated there is a need to think whether one can fulfil aspirations and dreams of their children or not. "Today, from the ramparts of the Red Fort, I want to address the issue of population explosion in the country. In our country, parents now need to give serious thought to whether they will be able to fulfil their children's dreams and aspirations. There is a need to have greater discussion and awareness on population explosion," said Prime Minister Modi.

Addressing the nation on Independence Day. Watch. https://t.co/V6cCfmRPRx

— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) August 15, 2019

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