President Murmu Pays Homage To Freedom Fighters During Address To Nation On Republic Day Eve

President Droupadi Murmu is on Saturday addressing the nation on the eve of Republic Day, as part of the yearly tradition. In this speech, she highlights the achievements of the country, and government initiatives, as well as spotlights socio-economic challenges facing the nation.

"Among the oldest civilizations, India was once known as a source of knowledge and wisdom," President Droupadi Murmu remarked in her address to the nation.

"Today, we should first recall the brave souls who made great sacrifices to free the motherland from the shackles of foreign rule. Some were well-known, while some remained little known till recently. We are celebrating this year the 150th birth anniversary of Bhagwan Birsa Munda, who stands as a representative of the freedom fighters whose role in national history is now being recognised in true proportions," she said.