Govt's third term witnessing work at thrice the speed of previous dispensations: President Murmu

President Droupadi Murmu highlights government's accelerated work pace, key decisions, and focus on youth and employment opportunities in address.

The government's third term is seeing work being done at thrice the speed of previous administrations with a determination to end "policy paralysis", President Droupadi Murmu said on Friday (January 31, 2025), citing decisions on issues such as Waqf boards and One Nation, One Election.

Addressing a joint session of Parliament, signalling the start of the Budget session, Ms. Murmu said the government has placed special focus on the education of the youth and is creating new employment opportunities for them.

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Before starting her address, Ms. Murmu paid homage to former prime minister Manmohan Singh who passed away recently. She also paid tributes to those who died in a stampede at the Maha Kumbh.

"The third term of the government is witnessing work at thrice the speed of previous administrations. The government has taken big decisions on issues such as Waqf boards and One Nation, One Election," she said.

The President noted that the government has worked with determination to end "policy paralysis".

"My government has not only recognised the contribution of the middle class but also appreciated it at every opportunity. The government is also working to give appropriate rates for farm produce and increase the income of farmers.