India has shown unmatched resolve in facing challenge of pandemic: President
The HinduPresident Ram Nath Kovind on Tuesday said the country has shown unmatched resolve in the face of the extraordinary challenge posed to humankind by the coronavirus pandemic, and asserted that a strong and sensitive India is now emerging. Addressing the nation on the eve of 73rd Republic Day, President Kovind noted that democracy, justice, liberty, equality and fraternity form the bedrock of India, and urged the people to celebrate “Indian-ness” this Republic Day. As Supreme Commander of the Armed Forces, the President said that this year was a watershed year for women’s empowerment, with “India’s daughters breaking a glass ceiling as Permanent Commission has now been allowed for women officers in new areas and our armed forces will benefit from better gender balance”. It is thanks to the constant vigil of the armed forces securing our borders and the police personnel maintaining internal security within the country that their fellow citizens enjoy a peaceful life,” he said.