President Droupadi Murmu addressed a joint sitting of Parliament, congratulating the Modi government on its third consecutive mandate and lauding the high voter turnout in Jammu and Kashmir’s recent Lok Sabha elections. She highlighted the global recognition of India’s democratic exercise and expressed hope for the new MPs to fulfill the aspirations of the people. Murmu also referenced the 1975 Emergency as a dark chapter in India’s constitutional history, emphasizing the country’s resilience. She announced that the upcoming budget would include historic economic and social decisions, reflecting a futuristic vision and promoting competitive-cooperative federalism.