'A Long Way From 1947': President Kovind Addresses the Nation on I-Day Eve | Highlights

Addressing the nation on the eve of India’s Independence Day on August 15, President Ram Nath Kovind said the country has come a long way from 1947.

“Our dream of freedom was realized through the struggle of many generations of known and unknown freedom fighters. All of them set unique examples of sacrifice and sacrifice. I bow down to the sacred memory of all those immortal fighters,” Kovind said.

The President also hailed the athletes who had competed in the Olympics, calling them ‘heroes’.

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President Kovind talked about the devastating second wave of Covid-19 in the country, expressing sympathy with those who had lost their loved ones, adding that he was standing with them in their loss.

Covid Efforts

He said that while cases had reduced, the fight against Covid-19 was not over yet. “Our Covid strategy has helped save many lives,” he said, adding that the pandemic had adversely impacted the nation’s economic situation, but that the setback was temporary.

The President appealed to everyone to get their vaccine shots and not drop their guards in following Covid-appropriate behaviour. “Although the intensity of the epidemic has reduced, the impact of the corona-virus is not over yet. Taking all risks, the second wave of corona is being contained with the efforts of our doctors, nurses, health workers, administrators and other corona warriors,” he said.

“I urge all the countrymen to get vaccinated as per protocol as soon as possible and also to motivate others,” he said.

The President highlighted that Rs 23,220 crore was being spent on the expansion of medical facilities within a period of one year.

Jammu and Kashmir

President Kovind said that a “new awakening” was visible in Jammu and Kashmir. “The government has started the process of consultation with all stakeholders who believe in democracy and the rule of law. I urge the residents of Jammu and Kashmir, especially the youth, to take advantage of this opportunity and be proactive in realizing their aspirations through democratic institutions,” he said.

Paris Climate Agreement

“It is a matter of pride for us that India has not only complied with the Paris Climate Agreement, but is also contributing more than it has committed to protect the climate,” the President said.

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