Emphasising the need to preserve the nation’s cultural philosophy, the Vice President said, “On this day, when I look to one side, I see India’s progress through the eyes of the world, through the eyes of the people living within the nation. They are like the feathers of a peacock dancing in the rain… But when I look at the peacock’s feet, I get worried, forced to reflect, and then I feel the need for our cultural philosophy. We are trying to cut the branch on which we are thriving, on which we are sitting.”Expressing deep concern over attempts to influence the electoral process within the country, the Vice President remarked, “In the country with the oldest democracy, the strongest democracy, the most progressive democracy, the most vibrant democracy, and constitutionally the only country in the world with a democratic system at every level – village, city, state, or nation – there is an attempt to influence our electoral process in a manner it should not be influenced.””This attempt is being made by those who should not even be a part of it, but they are involved. We must, collectively, with strong resolve, develop a mindset,” he added.Referring to India’s economic progress, he concluded, “The world’s leading institutions like the IMF, World Bank, and others say that if there is any shining star in the world where investment can be made, where opportunities are available, where one can showcase their talent, it is India. India is considered a global favourite destination for investment and opportunities.”
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