Shadowing Practice: ENGLISH SPEECH | PM MODI: India’s AI Vision (English Subtitles) - Learn English Speaking with Video

Creating lesson...
1
Today, we bring you an inspiring speech by Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi at the AI Action Summit in Paris, France.
2
Speaking alongside French President Emmanuel Macron, PM Modi shares his vision for AI governance, innovation, and responsible AI adoption.
3
He highlights India's leadership in AI, emphasizing the importance of transparency, sustainable development, and ethical AI use.
4
Watch as he explores AI's role in reshaping economies, job markets and global cooperation.
5
Excellencies, Friends, let me begin with a simple experiment.
6
If you upload your medical report to end AIF It can explain
7
In simple language, free of any jargon But it means for your health. But...
8
If you ask the same ads,
9
to draw an image of someone Writing With their left hand
10
The app will most likely draw Somebody writing with the right hand. Because That is what?
11
training data is dominated by.
12
It shows that While the positive potential of AI It's absolutely amazing.
13
There are many biases that we need to think carefully about.
14
That is why I'm grateful to my friends President Macron,
15
for hosting this summit And for inviting me to coach Eric.
16
Friends, AI is already Reshaping our quality, About economy.
17
Our security and even our society.
18
AI is writing the code for humanity.
19
And then is writing The code for humanity in this century But,
20
It is very different from other technology milestones, in human history.
21
AI is developing at an unprecedented scale and speed.
22
and being adapted and deployed even faster.
23
There is also a deep interdependence across borders Therefore,
24
There is a need for collective global efforts.
25
to establish governance and standards that upload our shared values address these and build trust.
26
But Governance is not just about managing risks and rivalries.
27
It is also about promoting innovation,
28
and deploying it for the global good.
29
soul We must think deeply.
30
and discuss openly about innovation and governance Governance is also about ensuring
31
Access to all Especially In the global south,
32
It is where The capabilities are most lucky.
33
be it compute Power talent,
34
data, or the financial resources Friend.
35
AI can help transform millions of lives by improving health.
36
Education Agriculture and so much more It can help Create a world in which
37
the journey to sustainable development goals becomes easier and faster.
38
To do this We must pull together resources and talent.
39
We must develop Open source systems that enhance trust and transparency.
40
We must build quality datasets Pre -prombitis.
41
We must democratize technology and create people -centric applications.
42
We must address concerns related to cyber security disinformation and defects
43
And we must also ensure that technology is rooted in local ecosystems.
44
for it to be effective and useful.
45
Friend, Laws of jobs.
46
eat AI's most feared disruption But History has shown Their work does not disappear.
47
due to technology Its nature changes.
48
and new types of jobs are created.
49
We need to invest in skilling and risk killing our people - For him.
50
AI -driven future.
51
Franks?
52
There is no doubt that the high energy intensity of AI needs to be looked into.
53
This will require Green power. to fuel its future.
54
India and France.
55
have worked together for years.
56
Through initiatives like the International Solar Alliance, to harness the power of the sun.
57
As we advance our partnership to AI,
58
It is a natural progression from Sustainability to innovation.
59
to shape a smarter and responsible future.
60
At the same time, Sustainable AI.
61
does not only mean using clean energy AI models must also be efficient.
62
and sustainable in size, data needs and resources requirements.
63
After all, The human brain Men ediz.
64
to compote poetry and design spaceships using less power than most light bulbs.
65
Friends, India has successfully built a digital public infrastructure.
66
For over 1 .4 billion people, at a very low cost.
67
It is built around an open and accessible network.
68
It has regulations.
69
and a wide range of applications.
70
to modernize our economy, Reform Governance and transform the lives of our people.
71
We have unlocked the power of data through Our data empowerment and Protection Architecture
72
And we have made digital commerce.
73
democratic and accessible to all.
74
This vision is the foundation of India National AI Mission That is why
75
During our G20 presidency, We built a consensus unheartening AI responsibly
76
for good and for all.
77
Today India lived in AI adoption and technom -legal solutions on data privacy.
78
We are developing AI applications, for public good.
79
We help.
80
one of the world's largest AI talent pools.
81
India is building its own Large language model considering our diversity.
82
We also have a unique public,
83
private partnership model for pulling resources like compute power.
84
it is made available to our Startups.
85
and researchers at an affordable cost.
86
and India is ready to Share its experience and expertise
87
to ensure that AI future is for good and for all.
88
Friends, we are at the dawn of the AI age.
89
That will save the course of humanity.
90
Some people worry about machines becoming superior. in intelligence to humans.
91
But, No one holds the key. to our collective future. and shared destiny.
92
other than As.
93
Humans that sense of responsibility must guide us.
94
Thank you.
95
Thank you.
96
Visit our site, englishspeechchannel .com for exclusive access to video transcripts,
97
offline audio, English lessons, and private classes.
98
Don't forget to explore our free and new ebooks!
99
Also, subscribe to our weekly newsletter for the latest updates.
100
Links in the description below.
101
Thanks for your support!

Why practice speaking with this video?

Practicing speaking with Prime Minister Modi's speech at the AI Action Summit provides a unique opportunity to engage with authentic content featuring discussions on innovation, responsibility, and global cooperation. As a learner, you can immerse yourself in sophisticated dialogues and relevant vocabulary that enhance your understanding and communicative skills. This speech not only broadens your vocabulary but also helps you grasp complex concepts in a culturally significant context. By utilizing techniques like shadow speaking, you can mimic the speaker's intonation and delivery, leading to improvements in your own speaking fluency and pronunciation.

Grammar & Expressions in Context

The speech incorporates several key grammatical structures and expressions that are essential for advanced English learners:

  • Complex Sentences: PM Modi often uses complex sentences that combine independent and dependent clauses, which can enhance your spoken and written fluency. For example, phrases like "If you upload your medical report..." showcase conditional structures that are useful in everyday conversation.
  • Present Continuous and Simple Present Tense: The use of these tenses, such as "AI is already reshaping our quality of life," helps communicate ongoing actions and general truths, which are key for discussing current events.
  • Modal Verbs: Terms like "must," "can," and "should" appear frequently, emphasizing obligation and necessity. Phrases like "We must think deeply" are crucial when expressing strong recommendations or advice.
  • Passive Voice: The speech employs the passive voice, particularly in contexts like "AI is being adapted and deployed," which is important for learners to understand how emphasis can shift within a sentence.

Common Pronunciation Traps

When practicing with this speech, pay attention to specific words and phrases that may present challenges for non-native speakers:

  • Interdependence: This word may be difficult due to its multiple syllables. Break it down—"in-ter-de-pen-dence"—to improve clarity.
  • Governance: The emphasis is often on the first syllable, "GOV-ernance," which can alter meaning if pronounced incorrectly.
  • Transparency: This key term requires careful attention to the "are" sound; focusing on "trans-PAR-en-cy" will help you articulate it clearly.

By using a shadow speech technique alongside a shadowing app, learners can master these elements effectively. Engage with the speech by repeating after the speaker, focusing on both pronunciation and rhythm to truly improve your English pronunciation.

What is the Shadowing Technique?

Shadowing is a science-backed language learning technique originally developed for professional interpreter training and popularized by polyglot Dr. Alexander Arguelles. The method is simple but powerful: you listen to native English audio and immediately repeat it out loud — like a shadow following the speaker with just a 1–2 second delay. Unlike passive listening or grammar drills, shadowing forces your brain and mouth muscles to simultaneously process and reproduce real speech patterns. Research shows it significantly improves pronunciation accuracy, intonation, rhythm, connected speech, listening comprehension, and speaking fluency — making it one of the most effective methods for IELTS Speaking preparation and real-world English communication.