India@2040: Peaceful Strategy to Rival China India@2040: A Peaceful and Democratic Roadmap to Match China’s Rise Research by Aero Nutist Policy Memo | July 2025 Executive Summary India has the opportunity to emerge as a global peer of China, not through war or authoritarianism, but through peaceful nation-building rooted in education, healthcare, democracy, and technology. This roadmap lays out the essential steps India must take by 2040. Challenges Fragmented national vision Underfunded public services Technological dependence Weak global narrative Strategic Goals Tech-powered, inclusive economy Leader in democratic development diplomacy Self-reliant in health, education, AI, green tech Policy Pillars 1. India@2040 Vision Plan Launch a non-partisan long-term commission that includes youth, scientists, and public administrators. Stra...