President Murmu's I-Day Address: Operation Sindoor, 25 Crore Lifted From Poverty, Digital India

On the eve of the 80th Independence Day of India, President Droupadi Murmu has made a nation-wide address where she emphasized India's security preparedness, economic growth, social welfare, as well as the advancements made in science and technology.

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During her address, the President has lauded the armed forces for their contribution to the protection of the nation while Operation Sindoor showcased the capability of India to launch surgical strikes against terrorist networks.

President Murmu has also highlighted the suspension of the Indus Water Treaty, poverty alleviation measures, digital transactions, justice, changes in public examinations, and making India a Naxal-free country.

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President Murmu commended personnel of the three armed forces, central armed police forces and police for their dedication to duty.

Referring to Operation Sindoor, she said the military action had demonstrated the capability of India's armed forces to conduct precision strikes against terror networks.
She also appreciated Indians working to enhance the country's reputation internationally, including those serving in Indian missions and embassies abroad.

आइए, देश प्रेम की इसी सर्व समावेशी भावना के साथ हम सब स्वतंत्र भारत को विकसित भारत बनाने की राष्ट्रीय-साधना में स्वयं को समर्पित करें। pic.twitter.com/801IHezBIp

Her remarks came while highlighting the importance of national security and the contribution of security personnel in protecting India's sovereignty.

The President made reference to the suspension of the Indus Water Treaty, saying that it was a firm decision that was in the national interest.

The President especially emphasized that this was crucial for the farmers.
The treaty, which is an agreement between India and Pakistan on the usage of the waters of the Indus river system, was signed in 1960.
The treaty was suspended by India after the Pahalgam terror attack in April 2025 where 26 people died.

August 14 also marks Partition Horrors Remembrance Day, and President Murmu used her address to remember those who suffered during the Partition of 1947.
She said millions of people were killed in violence linked to Partition or were forced to leave their homes and become refugees.

She also recalled the enormous challenge faced by the newly independent country in integrating more than 550 princely states into India.

सरकार ने वरिष्ठ नागरिकों के जीवन को बेहतर बनाने के लिए अनेक कदम उठाए हैं।
वरिष्ठ नागरिकों के प्रति अपनेपन की भावना तथा उनके आत्मसम्मान को बनाए रखने के लिए पूरे समाज को संवेदनशील रहना चाहिए। pic.twitter.com/YXCh4uZ9rJ

The President said that despite the enormous suffering and displacement, people rebuilt their lives and retained their identity.

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