President of India Droupadi Murmu interacted with a group of meritorious students from Eklavya Model Residential Schools at Rashtrapati Bhavan on Thursday.
The interaction was organised by the Ministry of Tribal Affairs as part of Janjatiya Gaurav Pakhwada, observed annually to commemorate the birth anniversary of tribal freedom fighter Bhagwan Birsa Munda.
Addressing the students, the President said India was moving towards achieving the goal of Viksit Bharat by 2047. She emphasised that the development of every region and every section of society was essential to realising this vision.
She noted that Eklavya Model Residential Schools were not only providing quality education to tribal students but also offering them opportunities to develop their diverse talents.
The President said India had no shortage of talent and that students needed the right opportunities, a supportive environment and proper guidance to realise their potential.
Expressing happiness over the equal representation of boys and girls in Eklavya Model Residential Schools, she said it reflected the country’s progress towards inclusive development.
