President Droupadi Murmu began with her joint address in the Parliament on Tuesday. This is her maiden address in the Parliament House since she was elected as President.
President Murmu while addressing the joint session said, "Today, India's self-confidence is at its highest and the world is looking at her from a different perspective. India is providing solutions to the world. There is a stable, fearless and decisive government in the country that is working towards realising the big dreams."
President Murmu spoke on India's bright future
"By 2047, we have to build a nation that will be connected to the pride of the past and which will have all the golden chapters of modernity. We have to build an India that will be 'aatmanirbhar' and capable to fulfill its humanitarian duties," said President Murmu.
"There should be an India that will not have poverty, whose middle class will also be prosperous, an India whose youth and women will stand at the front to show a path to society & the country, an India whose youth stays two steps ahead of time," she added.
President spoke on government's iconic decisions and efforts to reach the nation's population with best facilities
President Murmu shed light on some of the most important and iconic decisions taken by the ruling central government. "From abrogating Article 370 in J&K to abolishing Triple Talaq, my government has taken major decisions," said President Murmu.
She also spoke about the government's tireless efforts in providing life-sustaining facilities to the remotest corners of the nation. From electricity to water supply, the government has successfully provided all of it to all corners of the nation. "About 11 crore families have been connected with piped water supply in three years under the Jal Jeevan Mission. Poor families are getting the maximum benefit from this," said President Murmu.
"My government has worked for every section of society without any discrimination. As a result of the efforts of my government in the last few years, many basic facilities have either reached 100% population or are very close to that target," she added.
President Murmu spoke on political instability in world, hailing India's stable govt
President Murmu while speaking on political instability in world said, "Wherever there is political instability anywhere in the world, those countries are surrounded by a massive crisis. But due to the decisions my govt took in the national interest, India is in a better position as compared to other countries."
"The benefit of a stable and decisive govt is being reaped by us against the biggest crisis in 100 years and in tackling the situation that arose after it," she added.
President Murmu spoke on nation's fight against corruption and economic offences
While speaking on India's fight against economic offences and corruption, President Murmu said, "My government is of the clear opinion that corruption is the biggest enemy of democracy and social justice. To seize the property of fugitive economic offenders, my government passed the Fugitive Economic Offenders Act."
President Murmu spoke on Garibi Hatao initiative & PM Garib Kalyan Anna Yojana
"My government has awakened the aspirations of the Scheduled Castes, Scheduled Tribes and Other Backward Classes. Now that basic facilities are reaching them, these people are able to see new dreams. 'Garibi hatao' is not just a slogan anymore. My government is working to have a permanent solution to the problems of the poor and empowering them," said President Murmu.
She also added that in the tough times during the COVID pandemic, India was one of those countries that gave highest priority to protecting the lives of the poor & tried to see that no poor in the country sleeps on an empty stomach.
"I'm delighted that my Govt has decided to extend PM Garib Kalyan Anna Yojana in accordance with the new circumstances. This is the identity of a sensitive & pro-poor govt...This scheme is being appreciated across the world," said President Murmu.
President Murmu spoke on village development schemes
While speaking on the village developments schemes brought forward by government, President Murmu said "The 'Aspirational districts' program is now being repeated at the block level, for which, 500 blocks have been identified in the country. The 'Vibrant villages' program to develop villages in border areas has also been introduced."
President Murmu spoke on women empowerment
While shedding light on government's efforts in strengthening the women, President Murmu said, "Women empowerment has been at the core of all schemes introduced by my govt. Today, we're seeing the success of 'Beti Bachao, Beti Padhao'. For the first time in the country, no. of women is more than men and the health of women has also improved more than before."
President Murmu spoke on development and conservation of heritage sites along with scientific advancements in nation
President Murmu also spoke on the development and conservation of heritage sites along with temples in nation. "On one side Ayodhya Dham being developed,& on the other side, a modern Parliament is being constructed. While redevelopment of Kedarnath Dham & development of Kashi Vishwanath Dham corridor & Mahakal project completed, simultaneously medical college being made in every dist," she said.
"On one hand, we are developing our pilgrimage centres and historic heritage, while on the other hand, India is becoming a major space power in the world. India has launched first private satellite too," she added.
President Murmu spoke on youth empowerment
While speaking on the issue of youth empowerment, President Murmu said, "My government has continuously laid unprecedented emphasis on innovation and entrepreneurship. Today our youth are showing the power of their innovation to the world."
President Murmu spoke on nation's defence developments and stand against terrorism
Speaking on India's defence developments, President Murmu said, "As a result of new initiatives by my government, our defence exports have increased six times. I am proud that today the first indigenous aircraft carrier in the form of INS Vikrant has also joined our Navy."
"Today, the world understands the tough stand taken against terrorism by India. This is the reason why today India's being heard seriously by the world on the issue of terrorism," she added.
'India aims to find solutions to world problems,' said Murmu on India's leadership on global level
"India holds the presidency of the G20 this year. Along with all member states of G20, India aims to find solutions to world problems," said President Murmu on nation's leadership on global level.
She also added about India's rich progress in the field of Yoga and pharmacy. "Today, on one hand, India is taking its ancient knowledge of Yoga and Ayurveda to the world. On the other hand, it is enhancing its new identity as pharmacy of the world," said President Murmu.
