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President Pranab Mukherjee addressed the nation on the eve of the 70th Independence Day. This is for the fifth time that the president spoke to the people of the country on the eve of Independence Day.
President saluted the heroes of our independence struggle and talked about the resilience and maturity of indian democracy.
In this regard he praised the efforts of both the government and the Opposition in reaching a consensus in Parliament to pass the key tax reform law in the just concluded monsoon session.
President called for protection of the weaker section of the society especially the safety and security of women and childern. He said that such elements must be dealt with firmly.
He emphasised on the need of constant nourishment to the institutions of democracy and cautioned against Disruptions, obstructionism and un-mindful pursuit of a divisive political agenda by groups and individuals.
Talking about India's diversity President said one unique feature that has held India together is our respect for each others cultures, values and beliefs.
Quoting Swami Vivekananda the President said what is needed is a fellow-feeling between the different types of religion, seeing that they all stand or fall together, a fellow-feeling which springs from mutual respect.President said that We must take destiny in our own hands to build the India of our dreams.
President talked about making an inclusive society and skill development for better distribution of fruits of growing economy.
He lauded india's forign policy calling it dynamic and said there will be no stepping back on our neighbourhood first policy.
Referring to the growing menace of terrorism all over the world, President called in a threat to entire humanity and need for a joint effort to defeat this scourge.
President said various forces external as well as internal have tried to smother the soul of India over millennia but every time this soul has emerged more powerful and more glorious having neutralized, assimilated and incorporated every challenge that it faced.
He said India through its unique civilizational contribution has repeatedly conveyed the message of peace and harmony to the trouble-torn world.
In the end President conveyed his special greetings and gratitude to the members of our armed forces, paramilitary and internal security forces who are at the fore front of guarding and preserving the Unity, Integrity and Security of the motherland.

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