I Would Like To See The Rashtrapati Bhavan Playing An Important Role In Spreading Sense Of Pride Amongst The…

The President of India, Shri Pranab Mukherjee on July 25, 2013 launched a series of Digital Initiatives to mark the first anniversary of his assumption of office.

Speaking on the occasion, the President said the common citizens of our country always have the desire and curiosity to know more about the highest constitutional office in the land. Even though Rashtrapati Bhavan serves as the office of the President of India, every effort should be made to increase accessibility of this building to the public. He said he is very happy to note that we have been able to open a substantial portion of Rashtrapati Bhavan for public viewing by giving reasonable access to visitors who want to explore its rich history and architectural heritage, and the history leading to the creation of our nation. This would serve, in a good measure, to educate the young generation and inculcate in them a sense of pride and nationalism. He said he would like to see the Rashtrapati Bhavan playing an important role in further spreading this sense of pride amongst the citizens.

As part of Digital initiatives, historical speeches, documentaries and newsreels procured from AIR and Films Division have been added to the new look Rashtrapati Bhavan Website[www.presidentofindia.nic.in]

They include:

‘Tryst with Destiny’ and ‘Death of Mahatma Gandhi’ speeches by Pt. Jawarharlal Nehru

Speeches of Mahatma Gandhi, Lord Mountbatten, C. Rajagopalachari, Former Presidents, Former Prime Ministers including Indira Gandhi, other prominent leaders etc.

Films on Gandhiji after his return from South Africa, Departure of Lord Mountbatten from India, Funeral of Gandhiji, documentaries on Nehruji, Swearing-in of Rajaji, the First Republic Day etc.

A catalogue of 1525 old and rare books of the Rashtrapati Bhavan, a Video Film - ‘The Presidency: Glimpses of First Year’ and a Digital Photo Library have been also added to the website.

All the above mentioned can be accessed through a single click on the icon of ‘Rashtrapati Bhavan Library’, placed on the right hand side bottom of the website.

This release issued at 1850 hrs