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Must ‘preserve’ and ‘cherish’ India’s diversity, says President Kovind

President Ram Nath Kovind on Thursday said that India’s strength lies in its “diversity” and that it was important to…

Must ‘preserve’ and ‘cherish’ India’s diversity, says President Kovind

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President Ram Nath Kovind on Thursday said that India’s strength lies in its “diversity” and that it was important to “preserve” and “cherish” it.

Addressing a special session of Mizoram Legislative Assembly, Kovind said India was a nation of “astonishing diversity”.

“We see a huge variety of ethnic and religious identities, and so many languages, cultures and customs, modes of dress, food habits and cuisine. This diversity is our strength; important to preserve and cherish it,” Kovind said.

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On Wednesday, Kovind arrived in Mizoram on his maiden two-day visit to Mizoram and was inspected a guard of honour after his arrival at Lengpui Airport.

Calling upon all political stakeholders – including the Church, women’s groups, and NGOs, Kovind said everyone has to get together to create an atmosphere for peace and development in the state.

“Signing, implementation and adherence to the Mizo Accord of 1986 is still held up as a shining example all over the world. It truly is a miracle in the way in which it ended an insurgency situation and a conflict that had divided our country and Mizo society itself.”

“The Accord and its legacy represent one of the greatest successes in India’s long history,” he added.

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