New Delhi, March 8 -- President Droupadi Murmu on Friday said the benefits of development should reach all sections of society, especially the disadvantaged and marginalised.
Addressing a group of state civil services officers who called on her at the Rashtrapati Bhavan here, she also urged them to uphold the principles of sustainability and inclusiveness in their functioning.
The President advised the officers to adopt a national and inclusive approach in administrative functioning and implementation of government policies and programmes.
She said the essence of governance lies in responsiveness and sensitivity towards the needs of the people.
"At the same time, the benefits of development should reach all sections of society, especial...