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President Murmu Urges Fair Tax System for Inclusive Growth and Viksit Bharat

President Droupadi Murmu stated that a fair and transparent tax system is foundational for equitable and sustainable growth. She advised Indian Revenue Service officer trainees to exercise authority with humility and a commitment to constitutional values. The President highlighted the critical role of direct taxes in funding national development in sectors like infrastructure and healthcare. She emphasized that officers' professionalism is essential for advancing the nation's journey toward the goal of Viksit Bharat by 2047.

Key Points: President Murmu on Fair Tax System & Officer Duties for Viksit Bharat

  • Fair tax system enables inclusive growth
  • Direct taxes fund critical national development
  • IRS officers key to tackling illicit finance
  • Officers must uphold "Nation First" spirit
  • Goal is Viksit Bharat by 2047
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Fair tax system fosters inclusive growth: President Murmu

President Droupadi Murmu addresses IRS trainees, emphasizing a fair tax system for inclusive growth and their role in achieving Viksit Bharat by 2047.

"A prudent officer balances enforcement with facilitation, authority with humility, and technological capability with human sensitivity. - President Droupadi Murmu"

New Delhi, March 10

A fair and transparent tax system fosters equity and strengthens the foundation of inclusive and sustainable growth, President Droupadi Murmu said on Tuesday while interacting with officer trainees of the 79th batch of Indian Revenue Service.

Addressing the officers at Rashtrapati Bhavan, the President advised them to exercise their authority with humility, restraint, and an unwavering commitment to constitutional values.

The President said that as IRS officers, the young officers must strive to exercise prudence in their conduct and decision-making.

A prudent officer balances enforcement with facilitation, authority with humility, and technological capability with human sensitivity, she said.

She said that direct taxes play a major role in advancing national development. By providing a stable source of revenue, they enable governments to invest in critical sectors such as infrastructure, education, healthcare, and social welfare.

The President underlined that the mandate of the Revenue Service goes beyond tax collection.

She said that the ability of IRS officers to analyse complex financial transactions, trace illicit financial flows across borders, and unravel intricate corporate structures makes them indispensable partners in advancing the nation's journey towards the goal of Viksit Bharat. They are expected to make decisions that are just, efficient, and based on a deeper understanding of business processes.

The Officer Trainees of the Indian Revenue Service (IT), including two Officer Trainees from the Royal Bhutan Service, are undergoing Induction training at the National Academy of Direct Taxes (NADT), Nagpur.

Recently, while addressing Indian Administrative Service (IAS) officers inducted from the State Civil Services, the President said that the spirit of "Nation First" should be their guiding compass for driving development outcomes for "Viksit Bharat@2047".

She said every decision the officers make should resonate with the overall vision of building a Viksit Bharat by 2047.

Reminding the officers that they now carry responsibilities that extend far beyond district or state priorities, President Murmu said their collective professionalism, coordination, and commitment are essential for development and upholding the highest standards of public service.

- IANS

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Priya S
Well said! The principle of balancing enforcement with facilitation is key. Sometimes the process feels so intimidating for small business owners like us. If officers have more human sensitivity, it will build trust. Hope these young trainees take this to heart. 👍
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Rohit P
The vision for Viksit Bharat is inspiring, but the tax system needs to be simpler on the ground. The GST portal still has glitches, and refunds get delayed for months. The officers' technical capability must translate into a smoother experience for the common taxpayer.
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Sarah B
Tracing illicit financial flows across borders is such an important point. Cracking down on black money and ensuring the super-rich pay their fair share is essential for equity. These officers have a tough but vital job for national development.
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Vikram M
"Authority with humility" – this should be framed in every government office. The public perception of tax officials often isn't great. This new batch has a chance to change that culture from within. All the best to them! 🇮🇳
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Karthik V
With respect, the speech outlines ideal principles. The real test is implementation. We need systemic reforms to reduce harassment and arbitrary assessments. Fairness should apply equally to a street vendor and a large corporation. Hope the message leads to tangible action.

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