President Droupadi Murmu urged citizens to rise above divisions of caste, class, language, and region to build a harmonious society. She emphasized the need for collective progress and highlighted Babasaheb Ambedkar's multidimensional role as a nation-builder.
The President invoked Ambedkar's clarion call to 'Get educated' and urged all sections of society to prioritize learning, especially for marginalized communities.
She drew on personal anecdotes to stress the importance of self-reliance and cautioned against a mindset of permanent dependence.
President Murmu highlighted that the 'soul of the country lives in its villages' and noted that rural areas often exhibit deep mutual affection despite caste differences.
She reflected on her mother's teachings, emphasizing the moral obligation to help others and make efforts to bring forward those who have been left behind.
