PM Modi to Address Nation at 5 PM; Important Announcement Likely

New Delhi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi will address the nation at 5 pm on Sunday, September 21, officials confirmed. While the exact topic of the address has not been officially disclosed, it comes at a crucial moment for India’s economy and consumers.

The timing coincides with the eve of Navratri, marking the day from which the new GST rate cuts will take effect. From September 22, the prices of a large number of products are expected to come down as part of these reforms. The government has introduced a two-tier GST structure, with most goods and services now taxed at either 5 or 18 percent. Ultra-luxury items will carry a 40 percent tax, while tobacco and related products remain in the 28 percent plus cess category.

PM @narendramodi will be addressing the nation at 5 PM this evening.

— PMO India (@PMOIndia) September 21, 2025

The last time PM Modi addressed the nation was after India and Pakistan reached a bilateral understanding following the Pahalgam terror attack in May, which had led to cross-border tensions. He has previously spoken to the nation during major events such as demonetisation, the COVID-19 pandemic, and the passage of controversial farm laws.

Possible Mentions in PM Modi’s Address

• Implementation of GST rate cuts from September 22 and their impact on consumers and businesses.
• Simplification of the GST structure into two main slabs: 5% and 18%, with 40% on ultra-luxury items and 28% plus cess on tobacco products.
• Measures to support Indian businesses and consumers amid rising global trade tensions.
• The US H-1B visa fee hike and its implications for Indian tech professionals and remittances.
• Ongoing efforts to strengthen India’s economy in the face of external challenges such as US tariffs on Indian goods and Russian oil imports.
• Recent defence treaty between Pakistan and Saudi Arabia, which states that “any aggression against either country shall be considered an aggression against both.”

Where to Watch PM Modi’s Address to the Nation

Although all major media channels will broadcast PM Modi’s address live, if you wish to view the address on official broadcast, then you can tune in to DD News Live and PIB Live YouTube Channels.

This address comes amid external challenges as well. The United States recently imposed a 25 percent reciprocal tariff on Indian goods, later adding another 25 percent on purchases of Russian oil, effectively increasing duties to 50 percent. Additionally, the US administration has raised the H-1B visa application fee to $100,000, sparking concerns over its impact on Indian tech professionals and remittances. The Indian government is closely studying the implications of this move and has directed all missions and posts to extend support to Indian nationals affected.

With GST reforms set to begin on September 22, consumers can expect relief in everyday product pricing, while businesses will need to adjust to the simplified tax slabs. PM Modi’s address is likely to provide clarity and guidance on these changes and other current challenges facing the nation.