President Droupadi Murmu recently announced that India is poised to become the world’s third-largest economy. She emphasized that her government is dedicated to realizing the aspirations of the Indian middle class. Furthermore, her address outlined key areas of development, such as women’s empowerment and the promotion of Artificial Intelligence (AI).
Honoring India’s Constitutional Journey
At the beginning of her speech, Murmu reflected on India’s 75-year journey since adopting its Constitution. She paid tribute to Babasaheb Ambedkar and other members of the Constitution Committee, acknowledging their invaluable contributions.
Government Initiatives
In addition, the President highlighted several important initiatives introduced by the government:
- One Nation, One Election: Murmu discussed the steps being taken toward this crucial reform.
- Waqf Amendment Bill: The government has made significant progress in addressing this issue.
- Youth Education and Employment: She stressed the government’s focus on improving education and creating more job opportunities for young people.
Maha Kumbh Festival and Condolences
Furthermore, Murmu acknowledged the ongoing Maha Kumbh festival in Prayagraj, which has drawn millions of devotees. She expressed her condolences for the lives lost in a recent accident during the festival and offered her prayers for the recovery of the injured.
Key Schemes for Development
Moreover, the President outlined several key schemes aimed at fostering development:
- Upliftment of Tribals: The government has launched the ‘Dharti Aaba Janjatiya Gram Utkarsh Abhiyan,’ which will benefit over five crore tribal people.
- Education and Employment: Murmu highlighted the government’s commitment to enhancing education for youth and creating new employment opportunities.
- Health Insurance: Lastly, she praised the Ayushman Bharat Scheme, which has provided health insurance to six crore senior citizens aged 70 and above.