Quotes from Ram Nath Kovind

Nature does not compartmentalise. Its instinct is integrative and holistic.

Fraternity and compassion are written into nature's DNA.

There is no doubt that the people of Afghanistan have suffered for a long time. Generations have been lost to terrorism. We empathise with their yearning for peace.

From day one, the mission of my government based on transparency was to improve the lives of our citizens, to eradicate their difficulties owing to poor governance, and to make sure that the benefit of public services reach the lowest strata of the society.

We lived in a 'kuccha' house made of mud. The thatched roof couldn't stop the water trickles during the rainy season. I, along with my brothers and sisters, used to stand in a corner and wait for the rain to stop.

We should not ignore or isolate our roots, no matter where we stay.

Everyone should do yoga.

My Government is committed to the equitable development of Jammu, Ladakh and Kashmir.

It is the duty of every parent, citizens, yours and mine to strengthen among boys the sense of respect towards women.

The resilience, tenacity and zeal of our valiant air warriors is a source of pride for every Indian.

Nations are not built by governments alone. The government can at best be a facilitator, and a trigger for society's innate entrepreneurial and creative instincts.

Every Indian instinctively trusts a person from Kabul.

We have a large Indian diaspora in Italy. India deeply appreciates Italy's recognition of their contribution to socio-economic progress.

Our Constitution framers were men and women with great foresight. They understood the majesty of the rule of law, and of rule by laws.

Prior to the 2014 General Election, the country was passing through a phase of uncertainty. After the elections, my government assumed charge and vowed to build a New India. A New India with no place for imperfect, corrupt and inertia ridden systems.

It is true that when you make a boy educated, it gives benefit to one family but when you make a girl educated, its benefit goes to two families. Another important fact is that the children of an educated woman do not remain uneducated.

We stand with the government and people of Afghanistan in their quest for peace, stability and prosperity.

Citizens do not just make up and preserve a Republic; they are its ultimate stakeholders and in fact pillars.

The highest priority of my government is to remove various difficulties faced by farmers and to raise their standard of living. The schemes of my government are not only removing their hardships but also reducing the expenditure incurred by them on farming.

The key to India's success is its diversity. Our diversity is the core that makes us so unique. In this land we find a mix of states and regions, religions, languages, cultures, lifestyles and much more. We are so different and yet so similar and united.

The United Nations Award for India's efforts in the field of environment conservation has made every Indian proud.

The stress on the moral basis of policy and action, belief in unity and discipline, faith in a synthesis of heritage and science, and promotion of the rule of law and of education - all of it is located in a partnership between citizen and government.

There are so many people and organisations that work quietly and diligently for the poor and the disadvantaged. We should also work with unity and purpose to ensure that the benefits of government policies reach all sections of society.

I have nothing but unreserved praise for our armed forces, paramilitary and internal security forces. Their sacrifices to preserve the integrity and unity of our country present a saga of unparalleled courage and discipline.