President Droupadi Murmu’s speech highlighted the ambitious vision of “Viksit Bharat,” or a developed India, with an emphasis on several key pillars for national progress. She pointed out the transformative role of the Modi government’s decade-long tenure, claiming that it has injected new energy into India’s development journey.
Central to her message was the idea of creating a “Viksit Bharat” through public participation, economic growth, technological advancement, and modern infrastructure. The goal of making India the third-largest economy in the world was emphasized, alongside the government’s focus on good governance, prosperity, and pride.
The President also emphasized the importance of research, farmers, soldiers, and science in driving this vision forward. She highlighted the establishment of the National Research Foundation with a significant financial outlay to promote research and innovation in educational institutions. In terms of urban development, she spoke about modernizing cities and creating energy-efficient amenities, alongside plans for building new industrial nodes and parks.
Overall, the speech reinforced the government’s commitment to reform, development, and making India a global innovation powerhouse.
