President Droupadi Murmu highlighted the importance of a fair and transparent tax system in promoting equity and sustainable growth. Speaking to officer trainees of the 79th batch of Indian Revenue Service (IT) at Rashtrapati Bhavan, she urged them to exercise their authority with humility and a commitment to constitutional values. The President emphasized the need for IRS officers to balance enforcement with facilitation and technological capability with human sensitivity.
Direct taxes were underscored by the President as crucial for national development, providing a stable revenue source for investments in infrastructure, education, healthcare, and social welfare. She noted that the responsibilities of IRS officers extend beyond tax collection to analyzing financial transactions, tracing illicit flows, and understanding corporate structures. The officers were advised to make decisions that are just, efficient, and grounded in a deep understanding of business processes.
The officer trainees of the Indian Revenue Service (IT), including two from the Royal Bhutan Service, are currently undergoing induction training at the National Academy of Direct Taxes (NADT) in Nagpur. President Murmu, in a previous address to Indian Administrative Service (IAS) officers, emphasized the importance of the “Nation First” spirit in driving development towards “Viksit Bharat@2047.” She urged officers to align their decisions with the vision of building a developed India by 2047, stressing the collective professionalism and commitment needed for national progress and public service standards.
