President Murmu on Indus Water Treaty suspension: ‘Decisive step in interest of nation, farmers'

We have succeeded in bringing more than 25 crore people out of poverty, President Murmu said in her address to the nation. President Droupadi Murmu on Friday addressed the nation on the eve of Independence Day. She spoke about India’s journey towards becoming a Viksit Bharat by 2047, the valour of the armed forces during Operation Sindoor, reforms in the examination system and the country’s digital transformation.President Droupadi Murmu (Rashtrapati Bhavan)She also spoke about poverty reduction, financial inclusion and the government’s efforts to make public examinations more transparent, secure and trustworthy for young people.Here are the top quotes from her addressReferring to Pakistan, Murmu said, “Suspending the Indus Waters Treaty (IWT) with a country that supports and harbours terrorism is a decisive step in the interest of the nation and its farmers.”“On May 7, we marked the completion of one year since the beginning of Operation Sindoor and remembered the unparalleled valour of our armed forces.”“The operation against terrorism was a testament to the Indian armed forces’ precise capabilities. A strong message was sent to terrorists and their supporters that no matter where they hide, they will certainly be punished for their actions.”“The objective of these reforms is to completely curb the use of unfair means in public examinations and make the examination system more transparent, safe and trustworthy for young people.”“Our country has the best digital infrastructure in the world.”“We have set an example of digital revolution.”“Under the Jan Dhan Yojana, 59 crore account holders have been added.”“We have succeeded in bringing more than 25 crore people out of poverty.”Follow the latest breaking news, major developments and agenda-setting stories from India and around the world with the newsdesk at Hindustan Times. Operating round the clock, the desk brings together experienced editors, reporters and correspondents to deliver fast, accurate and contextual reporting across subjects that influence public policy, governance, business, society and international affairs. The HT News Desk covers politics, elections, government policies, the economy, business and markets, science and technology, the environment, law and order, infrastructure, education, climate issues and geopolitics, while closely tracking developments across states, institutions and global capitals. The team also leads coverage of major breaking news events, policy announcements, court proceedings, natural disasters, public emergencies and significant international developments. Reports published by the newsdesk are based on information gathered from reporters on the ground, official statements, government agencies, court records, regulatory filings, recognised institutions and other authoritative sources. Stories undergo editorial scrutiny and verification processes to ensure accuracy, fairness and relevance, and are updated as events evolve and additional information becomes available. Whether covering a key political decision in New Delhi, an economic policy shift affecting millions, a landmark court ruling or a major global event, the HT News Desk aims to provide readers with reliable, fact-based journalism that delivers not only the latest developments but also the context and analysis needed to understand their wider implications.Read More