Perspective: President’s Address to Parliament | 28 January, 2026

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The Budget Session of Parliament commenced on Wednesday with an address by President Droupadi Murmu to a joint sitting of both Houses of Parliament. In her ceremonial address, the President outlined the government’s vision of ‘Sabka SATH, Sabka Vikas’, highlighting the government’s sustained focus on transforming people’s lives. She said, over the past 11 years, India has strengthened its foundation in every sphere. This period has become a strong cornerstone for India’s rapid journey towards becoming ‘Viksit Bharat’ by 2047. Elaborating on India’s development journey in recent years, the President expressed confidence that the Parliament, the Government, and the citizens, together, will fulfil the resolve of Viksit Bharat. Today, all citizens can see that India stands at an important stage in its journey towards the future. The impact of the decisions being taken today will be seen in the years to come. The goal of Viksit Bharat is not limited to any one government or one generation. It is a continuous journey. In this journey, the efforts, discipline, and continuity of all of us are important. In the times to come, the nation’s progress will be shaped by its collective determination. I am confident that the Parliament, the Government, and the citizens, together will fulfil the resolve of Viksit Bharat. The citizens of India will move forward, according supreme importance to national interest and upholding Constitutional values. I am confident that all citizens will discharge their duties in national interest and for welfare of the country. Prime Minister Narendra Modi hailed the President’s inspiring address to both Houses. In a social media post, the PM said, “In our parliamentary traditions, the President’s address has a special importance, as it spells out the policy direction and collective resolve that will guide our nation’s developmental journey in the coming months.” The Prime Minister described the President’s address as comprehensive and insightful. He said the emphasis on building a Viksit Bharat was perfectly captured, reflecting our shared aspiration of building a strong and self-reliant nation. We’ll discuss and analyse some key takeaways from the President’s address and how it frames the government’s development priorities in this crucial phase of India’s growth story.

 

Guests: 1- Bhartruhari Mahtab, Member of Parlaiment, Lok Sabha, BJP

2- K.V. Prasad, Senior Journalist

 

Anchor: Teena Jha

Producer: Sagheer Ahmad

Guest Coordinator: Deepti Vashisht, Vinod Kumar Singh, Paras Kandpal

 

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