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January 25, 2024 8:58 PM IST

Republic Day 2024

President Murmu reflects on India’s journey in address to the nation on eve of Republic Day

President Droupadi Murmu addressed the nation on the eve of 75th Republic Day. The President in her address to the nation reflected upon the journey of India.

“The 75th year of the Republic is truly a historic milestone in the journey of the nation in many ways. This is an especially festive occasion, just as we celebrated the unique greatness and diverse culture of our nation during the Azadi ka Amrit Mahotsav, when we completed 75 years of Independence,” the President said.

President Murmu said, “Tomorrow is the day when we celebrate the commencement of the Constitution. Its Preamble begins with the words “We, the People of India”, highlighting the theme of the document, namely, democracy. In India, democratic system is much older than the concept of western democracy. That is the reason why India is called the “mother of democracy.”

Highlighting the significance of the Amrit Kaal, the President said that the period of ‘Amrit Kaal’ will be the period of unprecedented technological changes. “Technological advances like Artificial Intelligence and machine learning are becoming a part of our daily lives. There are many areas of concern in the future, but there are also exciting opportunities ahead, especially for the youth. They are exploring new frontiers. We need to do all we can to remove hurdles from their path and let them unleash their full potential,” said President Droupadi Murmu.

Reflecting on the growth and development of the country, the President said that our GDP growth rate has remained the highest among major economies in recent years, and we have all reasons to believe that this performance will continue in the year 2024 and beyond.

She also touched upon the topic of Nari Shakti, saying, “I believe the Nari Shakti Vandan Adhiniyam will prove to be a revolutionary tool for women’s empowerment. It will also go a long way in improving the processes of our
governance.”

Speaking on Ayodhya Ram Temple, President Droupadi Murmu in her address to the nation said, “Earlier this week, we witnessed the historic ‘Pran Pratishtha’ of the idol of Lord Shri Ram in the glorious new temple constructed in Ayodhya.”

“When this event is seen from a wider perspective, future historians will consider it a landmark in India’s continued re-discovery of its civilisational heritage. The construction of the temple commenced after the due judicial process and the decision of the highest court of the land. Now it stands as a grand edifice, giving a befitting expression not only of people’s faith but also as a testament to people’s enormous trust in judicial process,” she continued.

 

Last updated on: 6th Jul 2025