President Droupadi Murmu's vital Republic Day message :::: "Our business leaders, small and medium industries & traders have displayed "can-do spirit"

President Droupadi Murmu's Republic Day message :

"This year we had to face the scourge of terrorism. 

Killing innocent citizens on holiday in Kashmir was cowardly and utterly inhuman. India responded in a decisive manner and with steely resolve. 

Operation Sindoor showed that our armed forces are prepared to meet any eventuality when it comes to guarding the nation. 

With strategic clarity and technical capability, they destroyed terrorist hubs across the border. I believe, Operation Sindoor will go down in history as an example in humanity’s fight against terrorism.

"In our response, what was most noticeable was our unity, which is also the most befitting response to those who wanted to divide us. Our unity was on display also in the multi-party delegations of the Members of Parliament that reached out to various nations to explain India’s position. The world has taken note of India’s stance, that we will not be the aggressor, but we will not hesitate to retaliate in defence of our citizens.

Operation Sindoor was also a test case of the Atmanirbhar Bharat mission in the defence sector.

 The outcome has proved that we are on the right path. Our indigenous manufacturing has achieved the critical level that makes us self-sufficient in meeting many of our security requirements. These are landmark achievements in India’s defence history since Independence." 

"Our business leaders, small and medium industries and traders have always exhibited a can-do spirit..... "

** so relevant in an era when the country has to deal with Trumpism !!

"India is moving ahead at a faster pace towards realizing its true potential. 

As our reforms and policies have created an effective platform, I can see a bright future ahead in which every one of us will be energetically contributing to the prosperity and happiness of all of us." 

- President 

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"In the economic field, our achievements are all the more noticeable. With a GDP growth rate of 6.5 percent in the last fiscal, India is the fastest growing among the major economies in the world. 

Even amid stress in the global economy, demand at home is pacing ahead. Inflation has remained under control. Exports are rising. All key indicators show the economy in the pink of health. This is as much due to carefully calibrated reforms and sagacious economic management as due to the hard work and dedication of our workers and farmers.

A large number of people have been pulled out of poverty through good governance. 

The government has been running a series of welfare initiatives for the poor and also for those who have risen above the poverty line but are still vulnerable, so that they do not fall below it again. 

This is reflected in the rising expenditure on social services. Income inequality is reducing. Regional disparities are also disappearing. 

The States and regions, earlier known for weaker economic performance, are now showing their true potential and catching up with the front-runners.

Our business leaders, small and medium industries and traders have always exhibited a can-do spirit; what was needed was removing the bottlenecks in the path of wealth creation. 

That is so visible when it comes to infrastructure development over the past decade. 

We have expanded and strengthened the National Highway network under the Bharatmala Pariyojana. 

The Railways too have innovated, introducing new types of trains and coaches equipped with latest technologies. The inauguration of the rail link in Kashmir valley is a major accomplishment. Rail connectivity with the valley will boost trade and tourism in the region and open new economic possibilities. This engineering marvel at Kashmir is a historic milestone for our country.

"The country is rapidly urbanizing. Hence, the Government has been paying special attention to improve the conditions of the cities. Addressing the key area of urban transport, the Government has expanded metro rail facilities. The number of cities with a metro rail service has gone up multifold in a decade.  

The Atal Mission for Rejuvenation and Urban Transformation, or AMRUT, has ensured more and more households have access to a tap with the assured supply of water and a sewerage connection.