Indian PM calls for fight against corruption, nepotism in Independence Day speech

STORY: Indian PM calls for fight against corruption, nepotism in Independence Day speech DATELINE: Aug. 16, 2022 LENGTH: 00:01:29 LOCATION: New Delhi CATEGORY: POLITICS SHOTLIST: 1. shot of the India Gate 2. various of Indian PM arriving at the historic Red Fort 3. various of Indian PM giving a speech 4. various of street views in India STORYLINE: Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi in his Independence Day speech on Monday called on the Indian people to fight against corruption and nepotism. "We have to wage a war against it. I seek the cooperation of 1.3 billion Indians in this fight against corruption," Modi said. "When I talk of nepotism, I don't talk about politics only. Unfortunately, nepotism has plagued our institutions which in turn adversely affects the deserving talent," said the prime minister, adding that nepotism also is one of the reasons for corruption. In his speech lasting over 80 minutes, Modi also praised the "immense contribution" of women in the construction of the country, and the