New Delhi, July 25 (KNN) In his first speech after the swearing-in ceremony earlier today, the President elect, Ram Nath Kovind mentioned the significance of entrepreneurs and startups in the country.

The President said that the responsibility of nation building isn’t limited to the government, but is shared by the citizens collectively.  Kovind added that the government act as a facilitator for the creative and entrepreneurial minds, which result in the overall progress and growth of the country.

The President also mentioned the role of the startups in nation building.

“…that young person who founds a start-up and becomes a job creator is a nation builder. The start-up could be on a small farm, converting mangoes to pickles. Or in an artisans’ village, weaving carpets. Or at a laboratory lit up by giant screens” said Kovind in his speech.

Ram Nath Kovind got elected as the new President of India, securing margin over rival Meira Kumar last week. (With PIB Inputs) (KNN/ DA)