President Draupadi Murmu's message to the nation on the eve of Independence Day

President Droupadi Murmu: On the evening of 14 August 2025, President Draupadi Murmu addressed the nation ahead of the 79th Independence Day. This address is a tradition that reflects both contemplation and inspiration. This is President Murmu's fourth Independence Day eve address since taking office.

On the eve of Independence Day, President Draupadi Murmu congratulated all the countrymen in her message to the nation and said that it is a matter of pride for all of us that Independence Day are celebrated with full enthusiasm. He said that these days give us a special reminder of the pride of being an Indian.

Constitution are paramount for us: Murmu

The President said, India is oldest republics in the world. It is absolutely appropriate to call it the mother of democracy. The building of our democracy has been built on the foundation of the Constitution adopted by us. We built institutions based on democracy which strengthened the democratic functioning. For us, our Constitution and our democracy are paramount.

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Tribute on Partition Horrors Memorial Day

Today we celebrated Partition Horrors Memorial Day. Partition witnessed horrific violence and millions of people were forced to migrate. Our Constitution mentions some strong values which are the four pillars that keep our democracy intact. These values are - justice, freedom, equality and fraternity. These are the principles of our civilization which we revived during the freedom struggle.

India is the fastest growing country among the world's major economies

The President said, with a GDP growth rate of 6.5 per cent in the last financial year, India is the fastest growing country among the world's major economies. Despite the problems prevailing in the global economy, domestic demand is growing rapidly. Inflation is under control. Exports are growing.

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The Government is running a number of welfare schemes for the poor. Those who have come above the poverty line but are not in a strong position also have the security of such schemes so that they do not fall below the poverty line again.

The launch of rail connectivity in the Kashmir Valley is a major achievement. This extraordinary feat of engineering in Kashmir is a historic milestone for our country. The Government believes that citizens have a right to basic amenities of life. Under the 'Jal Jeevan Mission', progress is being made in providing tap water to rural homes.

Ayushman Bharat' was also mentioned in her speech

President Draupadi Murmu said that various steps have been taken under the world's largest healthcare scheme of its kind, 'Ayushman Bharat'. As a result of those efforts, we are seeing revolutionary changes in the field of healthcare. So far, more than 55 crore people have been provided security under this. The government has made this scheme available to all senior citizens aged 70 years and above, irrespective of their income.

India-Al Mission will meet the specific needs of India

Our government has launched the India-Al Mission to strengthen the country. Under this mission, models will be developed that will meet the specific needs of India. On August 7, 'National Handloom Day' was celebrated in the nation. This day is celebrated every year since the year 2015, in memory of the Swadeshi movement started in 1905, during our freedom struggle.

The idea of Swadeshi has been inspiring national efforts like 'Make-in-India' and 'Atmanirbhar Bharat Abhiyan'. On the strength of overall economic development, augmented by efforts made in the social sector, India is on the path of becoming a developed economy by 2047. I believe that in this period of Amrit Kaal, all the countrymen will contribute as much as possible in the national journey of moving forward.

President also mentioned the Pahalgam attack

The killing of innocent civilians who had gone to visit Kashmir was cowardly and absolutely inhuman. India responded to this decisively with a steely resolve. Operation Sindoor has shown that when it comes to national security, our armed forces are fully capable of dealing with any situation. The Operation Sindoor was also an opportunity to test the 'Atmanirbhar Bharat Mission' in the field of defence.

Now it has been proved that we are on the right track. Our indigenous manufacturing has reached a crucial stage where we can make our own indigenous products. We have also become self-sufficient in meeting many of our security needs.

Summary

To face the challenge of climate change, we will have to make some changes in ourselves. We will have to change our habits and our worldview. We will also have to change our relationship with our earth, rivers, mountains, plants and animals.