President addresses nation on Independence Day eve, invokes India's freedom movement
New Delhi (14/08/2024): President Droupadi Murmu addressed the nation on the eve of 78th Independence Day. The President invoked India's freedom movement and said, "Independence Day is a day of tribute to freedom fighters.
Every community fought for independence.
Lakhs suffered during partition." Hailing India's achievements in various sectors such as finance, sports and infrastructure, President Murmu said the new criminal laws implemented across the nation are a tribute to the freedom fighters. In her speech, she congratulated the Indian athletes on their wins and hard work in the Paris Olympic, and the Team India's win in T20 Cricket World Cup.
The President appreciated the contribution of tribals in freedom struggle.
