New Delhi, Jan. 25 -- Against a backdrop of geopolitical tensions and slowing global growth, president Droupadi Murmu on Sunday said India's economic momentum remains strong, underpinned by reforms, infrastructure investment and a renewed focus on self-reliance.

Addressing the nation on the eve of the 77th Republic Day, Murmu said: "India is the world's fastest-growing major economy. Despite global uncertainties, India is recording continuous economic growth. We are moving towards achieving our goal of becoming the world's third-largest economy in the near future."

She said India's principles of 'swadeshi' and self-reliance would continue to be channels of growth. "By investing in the creation of world-class infrastructure, we are rebui...