Sun Jan 26 02:40:00 UTC 2025: **President Murmu’s Republic Day Eve Address Highlights India’s Progress and Future Vision**

NEW DELHI, January 25, 2025 – In her address to the nation on the eve of the 76th Republic Day, President Droupadi Murmu lauded India’s progress over the past 75 years, highlighting significant achievements in economic growth, social inclusion, and technological advancement. She emphasized the Constitution’s role as the foundation of India’s journey and paid tribute to the nation’s freedom fighters and Constitution makers, particularly Dr. B.R. Ambedkar.

President Murmu noted India’s remarkable economic transformation, citing sustained high growth rates, job creation, poverty reduction, and increased financial inclusion through initiatives like the Pradhan Mantri Jan Dhan Yojana. She also underscored the government’s commitment to welfare, ensuring access to basic necessities like housing and drinking water. Significant strides in infrastructure development and the implementation of the Insolvency and Bankruptcy Code were also highlighted.

The President’s speech emphasized the government’s focus on social justice, with dedicated schemes for the Scheduled Castes, Scheduled Tribes, and Other Backward Classes. She mentioned initiatives to improve education, particularly for women, and the nation’s advancements in science and technology, including the Genome India Project and the National Quantum Mission. India’s successes in sports and its growing global influence were also celebrated.

Looking ahead, President Murmu stressed the importance of India’s youth, particularly young women, in shaping the nation’s future. She highlighted the “One Nation One Election” plan as a key initiative aimed at improving governance, and emphasized the government’s commitment to preserving India’s rich cultural heritage. The President concluded by reiterating the importance of Mahatma Gandhi’s ideals of truth, non-violence, and the balance between rights and duties, and urging a collective effort to address climate change through initiatives like Mission Lifestyle for Environment.

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