Communication with future generations important to keep spirit of patriotism alive: President Kovind

Ram Nath Kovind was addressing the 43rd edition of the National Group Song Competition of Patriotic Songs in New Delhi.

President Ram Nath Kovind stressed Sunday on the need for a continuous communication with the future generations to keep the spirit of patriotism alive.

President Ram Nath Kovind attends the 43rd edition of the National Group Song Competition organised by the Bharat Vikas Parishad in New Delhi on Sunday. (PTI)

Addressing the gathering at the 43rd edition of the National Group Song Competition of Patriotic Songs, organised by the Bharat Vikas Parishad in New Delhi, he said a strong and united country was built on a solid foundation of patriotic citizens.

“In order to keep the spirit of patriotism alive, it is necessary to continue to communicate it with the future generations,” Kovind said.

He complimented the efforts of the Bharat Vikas Parishad in this regard.

Kovind congratulated the award winners and commended the half-a-million children who made the competition a virtual campaign by participating at various levels.

He also praised the Bharat Vikas Parishad for organising the competition for over 50 years and keeping the patriotic consciousness alive through it.