President Droupadi Murmu presents her address to both houses of Parliament. Amid this, President Murmu addresses the joint session of Lok Sabha and Rajya Sabha laying out the government's roadmap for the forthcoming five years. The first session of the 18th Lok Sabha is underway with all newly-elected members having taken their oaths.
- 12:04 PM
'Modernizing Our Forces Is Key for a Powerful India'
In her speech, President Murmu mentions the Emergency period. 'When Emergency was declared, there was chaos across the country,' she said. She emphasized that modernizing our military is vital for a robust India and that continuous improvement is essential to ensure we're poised for excellence in the face of conflict. The government has taken significant steps in the past decade, improving our defense exports by 18-fold, reaching a remarkable 21,000 crore rupees.
- 11:49 AM
Record Increase in MSP for Kharif Crops: President Murmu
President Murmu notes the government's considerable transfers totaling over 3 lakh 20 thousand crore rupees under the PM Kisan Samman Nidhi to India's farmers. Since the government's new term began, over 20 thousand crore rupees have already been transferred to farmers. She highlighted the record increase in the Minimum Support Price (MSP) for Kharif crops and elaborated on how India, keeping in sync with current demands, is transforming its agricultural systems. With the growing global demand for organic products, Indian farmers have the capability to meet this demand. Hence, the government is empowering the supply chain for natural farming and related goods.
- 11:45 AM
Government Committed to Punishing Those Responsible for Paper Leaks
President Murmu also touches upon the issue of paper leaks. 'The government is dedicated to impartial investigations into paper leak incidents and ensuring stringent punishments for the offenders. Incidents have occurred in several states, and it's urgent to put in place nationwide measures above petty politics to tackle this issue,' she stated.
- 11:27 AM
'Only This Government Can Fulfill People's Aspirations'
'After six decades, a stable majority government has been established. People have placed their trust in this government for the third time. They are aware that only this government can actualize their aspirations. The 18th Lok Sabha is historic in many respects and witnesses the commencement of Amrit Kaal. It will be the embodiment of our constitution, celebrating its 56th year. The next sessions will see the government presenting its first budget which will be a statement of far-reaching policies and a vision for the future. This budget will reveal historic decisions along with significant economic and social undertakings.' she said.
- 11:17 AM
Continued Growth Is Our Guarantee - President
The President assures that India's pace of development will be accelerated. 'The continuity of growth is our guarantee, and the upcoming budget will manifest historic actions. Addressing farmers, she notes, 'A sum of 20 thousand crore rupees have been transferred to farmers. Our focus is on making farmers more self-reliant.'
- 11:13 AM
'Women Voters Stepped Up to Cast Their Votes'
President Murmu states, 'This was the world's largest election, with approximately 64 crore voters participating with enthusiasm. Women voters, in particular, have actively participated. A heartening scene emerged from Jammu & Kashmir, where voting records of several decades were shattered.'
