He said, Dear friends, the very thought of your departure makes me sad. 
hi sɛd, dɪɹ fɹɛndz, ðʌ vɛɹi θɔt ʌv jɔɹ dɪpɑɹtʃɜ˞ meɪks mi sæd. 
 Indian's voice is very clear and very close-sounding, with a monotone delivery at a moderate speaking pace.