Covid not yet over,get vaccinated-President Kovind

President Ram Nath Kovind said the Covid-19 pandemic is not yet over and appealed the people to follow Covid-appropriate behaviour. The President added that at present, vaccine is the biggest protection that we have against Covid-19. "Our experience of the pandemic has taught that we still need to take precautions," he said. Addressing the nation on the eve of India's 75th Independence Day, he express grief  over the loss of lives during the second wave of the pandemic, the President said it pains him, but the solace is that more lives were saved than lost thanks to the relentless efforts of the healthcare staff and the government.

"The impact of this pandemic is as devastating for the economy as it is for the health of the people. The government has been concerned about the problems of the poor and lower middle class people as well as the small and medium industries," he said. "We strengthen our health infrastructure on war-footing. I thank global leaders for providing us with medical supplies during our time of need," the President said. This year's Independence day is significant as India is beginning the celebration of the 75 years of its freedom, the President said paying homage to all freedom fighters and remembering the contribution of Mahatma Gandhi. The President said that Gandhi taught us that it is better to move in the right direction, taking small steps, instead of taking giant strides in the wrong direction. 

President Ram Nath Kovind said parliament is the "temple of the country's democracy" which provides the highest forum to debate issues for the well-being of people. President Kovind also sought to address the concerns raised by protesting farmers' unions against the three farm laws, saying the series of agricultural marketing reforms will empower our 'annadata' farmers and help them get better price for their produce.