New Delhi, March 10 -- President Droupadi Murmu on Tuesday addressed officer trainees of the 79th batch of the Indian Revenue Service (IT) at Rashtrapati Bhavan in the national capital.

The officer trainees of the 79th batch of the Indian Revenue Service (IT) called on President Droupadi Murmu at Rashtrapati Bhavan on Tuesday.

Addressing the officers, the President 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. A fair and transparent tax system fosters equity and strengthens the foundation of inclusive and sustainable growth, a release said.

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