Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday extended warm birthday greetings to President Droupadi Murmu, praising her remarkable journey from a remote village to the nation’s highest constitutional office. Describing her life as a beacon of hope for millions, the Prime Minister emphasized her simplicity, humility, and unwavering dedication to the marginalized.
High Praise from the Prime Minister and Leadership
In a celebratory post on X (formerly Twitter), PM Modi lauded the President’s lifelong commitment to public service and nation-building:
“Warm birthday greetings to the President of India, Smt. Droupadi Murmu Ji. Her journey, marked by courage, simplicity, humility and unwavering commitment to public service, continues to inspire people across the country… She has served the nation in an outstanding manner, especially passionate about the wellbeing of the underprivileged and marginalised.”
The Prime Minister added that he looks forward to meeting her in person later in the day at a scheduled event in Odisha.
Joining the tributes, Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath also offered his prayers to Lord Jagannath for her long health, highlighting her exemplary dedication to the upliftment of tribal societies and steadfast adherence to constitutional values.
Milestone Achievements of President Murmu
President Murmu’s tenure is marked by several historic milestones for the Indian Republic:
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15th President of India: Assumed the highest constitutional office on July 25, 2022.
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Historic Firsts: She is the first tribal woman and the youngest individual ever to serve as India’s President.
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Gubernatorial Tenure: Prior to her presidency, she served with distinction as the ninth Governor of Jharkhand from 2015 to 2021.
A Lifelong Story of Perseverance
Born on June 20, 1958, into a Santhal tribal family in Uparbeda village of Odisha’s Mayurbhanj district, President Murmu’s rise is a story of shattering glass ceilings:
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Educational Pioneer: Starting at a local village primary school, she overcame intense socio-economic barriers to become the first girl from her village to clear the matriculation exam and attend college.
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Academic Background: She graduated from Ramadevi Women’s College in Bhubaneswar in 1979, earning a Bachelor of Arts degree in Political Science and Economics.
Her extraordinary transition from a remote tribal hamlet to Rashtrapati Bhavan remains one of the most profoundly inspiring chapters in contemporary Indian public history.
