The Prime Minister today said that there is a need to raise voice against those who attempt to divide the society on communal lines. Dr Manmohan Singh said India is multicultural and multi ethnic society and liberal outlook has to be strengthened. He was speaking at the presentation of the Indira Gandhi Award for National Integration at a function on the martyrdom Day of Indira Gandhi in New Delhi today. Balraj Puri, a freedom fighter, a human rights activist and a well known journalist from Jammu and Kashmir was presented the award. Dr. Singh said that ideals of tolerance and secularism need to be carried forward. Earlier paying rich tributes to Indira Gandhi the Prime Minister said that her contribution to nation building and national integration was unparalleled and her legacy remains as strong and durable as ever and will continue to do so in future .He said the best tribute to Indira Gandhi on her martyrdom day would be to rededicate ourselves to the ideals she stood for.<br/>The Congress President and UPA Chairperson Mrs. Sonia Gandhi said that Indira Gandhi lived and died for the unity of the country. She said Indira Gandhi showed exemplary courage at the time of crisis. She said that Indira Gandhi had great empathy for the weaker sections of society and worked tirelessly towards their empowerment.<br/><br/>The Prime Minister also lauded Balrajpuri for his self less service and dedication towards peace and communal harmony and building bridges. He said Balraj Puri has in in-depth knowledge of the problems in Jammu and Kashmir and has the capability to think out of box.