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April 21, 2026 10:24 AM

President Murmu to visit Odisha today, inaugurate key projects in Rourkela

President Droupadi Murmu will visit Odisha today. During her day-long visit, she will inaugurate several key public infrastructure and cultural projects in Rourkela. According to the President’s Secretariat, President Murmu will inaugurate a Planetarium and Science Centre, and the Nirmal Munda Parivesh Path at a public function. She will also inaugurate a tribal museum and an Integrated Command and Control Centre in the city. Extensive security arrangements have been put in place across all ...

April 21, 2026 12:11 PM

President Murmu hosts South Korean President, highlights scope for youth opportunities and high-tech collaboration

President Droupadi Murmu on Monday hosted South Korean President Lee Jae Myung at Rashtrapati Bhavan on Monday, where she also held bilateral discussions and a state banquet in his honour during his three-day visit to India. Welcoming President Lee on his first visit to the country, President Murmu appreciated his efforts in strengthening India-South Korea relations, particularly his role as Chair of the Korea-India Parliamentary Friendship Group. She noted that the visit, coming within the fir...

April 21, 2026 9:58 AM

President Murmu, PM Modi extend greetings on Civil Services Day

President Droupadi Murmu and Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday extended greetings to civil servants across the country on Civil Services Day. President Murmu praised civil servants for their role in strengthening governance and public institutions. In a post on X, she said, “Warm greetings to all civil servants on Civil Services Day. Your commitment continues to strengthen responsive governance and reinforce public institutions. From the formulation of innovative, future-oriented and ci...

April 20, 2026 11:28 AM

President Murmu, PM Modi welcome South Korean President Lee Jae Myung at Rashtrapati Bhavan

South Korean President Lee Jae Myung was accorded a ceremonial welcome at the Rashtrapati Bhavan on Monday, marking a key moment in his three-day State Visit to India. He was received by President Droupadi Murmu and Prime Minister Narendra Modi, with First Lady Kim Hea Kyung accompanying him. The ceremonial reception featured traditional performances and a warm welcome by children holding both the Indian Tricolour and the South Korean national flag. Following the reception, President Lee is sch...

April 16, 2026 4:35 PM

President Murmu highlights role of Indian languages at MG Antarrashtriya Hindi Vishwavidyalaya convocation

President Droupadi Murmu on Thursday said that Indian languages are central to the country’s cultural and intellectual identity, as she addressed the sixth convocation ceremony of Mahatma Gandhi Antarrashtriya Hindi Vishwavidyalaya in Maharashtra's Wardha. Addressing students and faculty, the President emphasised that “the soul of India finds expression through Indian languages,” noting that a shared stream of culture, sensibility and consciousness flows across the country’s linguistic ...

April 15, 2026 3:41 PM

President Murmu urges compassion-driven healthcare at AIIMS Nagpur convocation

President Droupadi Murmu on Wednesday emphasised the importance of compassion, integrity and patient-centric care in the medical profession while addressing the convocation ceremony of All India Institute of Medical Sciences Nagpur in Maharashtra. Addressing graduating students, the President said that while technological advancements are transforming healthcare globally, the essence of medical practice must remain rooted in humanity. “No matter how advanced the technology may become, it can ...

April 13, 2026 10:09 AM

President Murmu, PM Modi pay tribute to Jallianwala Bagh martyrs

President Droupadi Murmu and Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday led the nation in paying homage to the victims of the Jallianwala Bagh massacre on its 106th anniversary, remembering their sacrifice as a defining moment in India’s freedom struggle. President Murmu described the Jallianwala Bagh martyrs as immortal freedom fighters. In a post on X, the President said, "I pay my humble tribute to all the immortal freedom fighters who sacrificed their lives in Jallianwala Bagh. This incident ...

April 4, 2026 5:34 PM

President Murmu extends Easter greetings, calls for peace and harmony

President Droupadi Murmu on Saturday extended her greetings to citizens across the country on the eve of Easter, highlighting the festival’s message of compassion, forgiveness, and unity. In her message, the President conveyed her best wishes to all citizens, particularly members of the Christian community in India and abroad. Describing Easter as a significant festival of Christianity, she noted that the resurrection of Jesus Christ inspires people to uphold the values of truth, love, sacri...

April 1, 2026 2:26 PM

President Murmu attends 119th jayanti celebrations of Sivakumara Swamiji in Karnataka’s Tumakuru

President Droupadi Murmu on Wednesday attended the 119th birth anniversary celebrations and Guruvandana Mahotsava of Sivakumara Swamigalu at the Sree Siddaganga Math in Karnataka's Tumakuru. Addressing the gathering, the President said that saints like Sivakumara Swamiji embody the very soul of the nation and society. She noted that although the seer passed away in 2019, his spiritual legacy continues to inspire and guide people. Highlighting his lifelong service, President Murmu said Swamiji ...

April 1, 2026 1:12 PM

President Murmu, PM Modi extend greetings on Utkala Dibasa; hail Odisha’s rich heritage and contributions

President Droupadi Murmu and Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday extended warm greetings to the people of Odisha on the occasion of Utkala Dibasa, celebrating the state’s formation and its rich cultural legacy. In a post on X, President Murmu praised Odisha’s ancient traditions, cultural heritage, and the resilience of its people. "Warm greetings to the people of Odisha on Odisha Day! This occasion celebrates the state’s rich cultural heritage, timeless traditions, and the resilien...