In her address on the eve of India's 78th Independence Day, President Droupadi Murmu emphasized upholding constitutional ideals and principles of democracy, justice, and equality to strengthen India's global standing. She praised India's significant economic achievements, noting it is now the world's fifth-largest economy with ambitions to rank among the top three. Murmu highlighted government efforts in poverty alleviation and social justice, particularly for marginalized communities, citing initiatives like the PM Garib Kalyan Anna Yojana. She addressed climate change, advocating for personal lifestyle changes to combat global warming and underscored India's leadership in global climate negotiations. Additionally, she celebrated India's advancements in sports, such as the T-20 World Cup victory and successes at the Paris Olympics, and conferred gallantry and service medals to security personnel. The President's message called for unity, reflecting on India's past struggles and future challenges, and the importance of collective efforts to shape the nation's future.