Independence Day: What India’s Chief Ministers said in their speeches
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Independence Day
On Sunday, India celebrated its 75th Independence Day, and leaders across the country addressed the masses on the occasion - while the Prime Minister addressed everyone from the Red Fort - talking about topics ranging from welfare laws to COVID-19 to water crises. Here’s what they said.
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Uddhav Thackeray
The Maharashtra Chief Minister urged everyone to follow COVID-19 norms, warning of a lockdown in cases rose again. “The virus seems to be striking with renewed vigour,” he added.
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Manohar Lal Khattar
Haryana’s Chief Minister reflected on the country’s seven Olympic medals - three of which his state was responsible for. “Haryanvis have made the state and country proud,” he said.
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Naveen Patnaik
Odisha’s Patnaik launched health cards in the state on the occasion, under which women can avail up to Rs 10 lakh per year.
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Pinarayi Vijayan
Kerala’s P Vijayan talked of pollution and ecological issues, while also touching on inequality, saying that the southern state is striving to protect Constitutional values and provide equality.
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Water wars