Prime Minister Narendra Modi today released the autobiography of former President of India, Ram Nath Kovind, titled “Triumph of the Indian Republic: My Life, My Struggles”, at Vigyan Bhavan, New Delhi. Addressing the gathering, the Prime Minister said “Today we have got the opportunity to release the autobiography of Ram Nath Kovind ji, and I am happy that I have become a part of this program,” remarked PM Modi.
Reflecting on his deep personal connection with the former President, the Prime Minister highlighted his profound respect for Kovind ji’s guidance and affection over the years. “My prolonged acquaintance with Kovind Ji, the good fortune of knowing him closely, his guidance in his capacity as President, and, above all, his special affection and warmth towards me, these have been my greatest assets,” noted PM Modi.
Praising the depth of the former President’s character and capabilities, the Prime Minister asserted that the literary work will serve as an enduring testament to the nation’s democratic values. “I can say with full confidence that the autobiography of Ram Nath Kovind ji will in itself become a heritage for the Indian democracy and Indian society,” affirmed PM Modi.
Acknowledging the vastness of Kovind ji’s lifelong contributions to the nation, the Prime Minister, refraining from providing excessive details, encouraged the audience to discover the narrative firsthand. “In a book release, there should only be a ‘curtain raiser’, and it is better only if you all get the full benefit of the book by reading it!” remarked PM Modi.
Highlighting the educational value of the memoir for the younger demographic, the Prime Minister expressed his desire for future generations to draw inspiration from the former President’s words. “The new generation of the country should also read his writing and his experiences, from which everyone will get to learn a lot,” asserted Shri Modi.
Analyzing the title of the book, “Triumph of the Indian Republic: My Life, My Struggles”, the Prime Minister interpreted its dual significance regarding personal hardship and national democratic success. “The struggles of life are his personal, but the victory achieved as a result of those struggles belongs to the Republic of India and its democracy,” observed PM Modi.
