Indian Culture

The whole of India is in the mood of celebrating the 63^rd Independence Day. It’s no doubt a day of pride and honor for citizens of India. Nationwide jubilance and high spirits were apparent amongst the citizens. It’s remarkable to notice high spirits amongst all people despite security threats, swine flu, drought and other worrying issues.

As usual, the Red Fort in Delhi witnessed the biggest celebration admits tight security and Prime Minister’s visit. Other state capitals had their share of celebration as well.

The nation witnessed Prime Minister, Dr. Manmohan Singh unfold the flag in New Delhi for the sixth consecutive year. Considering himself fortunate of having an opportunity to address the citizens on the auspicious occasion of Independence Day, Prime Minister Manmohan Singh made no direct mention of Pakistan in his hour long statement, but he did address the issue of anti India terrors on nationalism. He said that India has enough resources and belief in itself along with political and economical stability to advance towards a golden future in the years to come.

Indian Independence Day

Dr Singh said that the government will endeavor to remove all social and economic dissatisfactory factors prevailing in the country. Below are the few highlights of the Prime Minister’s speech on Independence Day.

-Black marketers will be booked and punished.

-Government is working towards eradicating H1N1, and there is no need for immense panic over the situation. Dr. Manmohan Singh assured that the center is working with the state government to control the spread of H1N1 flu. New diagnosis and treatment centers are set up across the country.

-Assurance that the benefits of development will reach the masses.

-Restoring the growth rate of the country to 9% in this year. Considering the global recession, the prime minister admitted this to be a big challenge, but was optimistic of reaching the desired figure.

-All possible necessities to be provided to farmers who have been affected by lack of monsoon during this year.

-Special care measures for disabled children.

- Rajiv Awas Yojna will be launched, in order to eradicate slum from the country.

-Appealed to businessman and industrialists to fulfill their social responsibilities so that the country heads towards a better future.

-Better Education laws to be implemented without considering the cost impact, since education is imperative for the growth of the country.

Dr. Manmohan Singh said that the government was doing everything within its powers to control the rising prices of basic food items, and mentioned of bringing in food-security legislation to make sure that that the poor people do not starve.

Thousands of citizens, including school children gathered at Red Fort to notice the unfurling tri-color, followed by the Prime Minister’s speech. The Prime Minister delivered his speech behind bullet-resistant glass, admits tight security from the ramparts of the historic Red Fort.

Despite facing security threats and other surmounting issues, India braced through the 63^rd Independence Day smoothly. As usual, the flag hosting ceremony was a remarkable one, honoring the people who sacrificed their lives for the freedom of the country.