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The address takes place amidst ruckus in Parliament

President Ram Nath Kovid, during his address in the Parliament, said, "My government taking strong steps for making this decade as India’s decade.

He also said that the Parliament created a record in the first seven months of the new government by enacting several landmark legislations. He further said that violence during protests weakens democracy.

He also added that the opening of the Karatpur corridor is a historic moment.

He lauded the Indian Constitution. He says that the Parliament has achieved new feats in the past 7 months. He said landmark laws passed in 2019,  adding that dalit and women now have same rights in Jammu and Kashmir, and Ladakh, referring to the abolition of Article 370.

He also lauded the Centre's efforts towards the development of the Union Territories of Jammu and Kashmir, and Ladakh. He said that thework related to the setting up for educational institutions in these UTs is taking place at a fast pace.

The President praised the manner in which Supreme Court tackled issues like the Ayodhya case.

Referring to the economy, President Kovind said that India has grown in 5 years. He said that 8 crore poor gas connections were given in the year  and 50,000 crore was allocatedto health care.The President also appreciated the Centre's Jal Jeevan Missionto ensure ample water supply to villages. This includes the implementation ofthe Atal Bhoojal Yojana to tackle issues related to groundwater availability

President Kovind also commended the Centre for their work related to improving the connectivity to the North-East India.

 


Publish Time: 31 January 2020
TP News

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