Prime Minister Narendra Modi extended heartfelt wishes to President Droupadi Murmu on her 67th birthday, lauding her life and leadership as a source of inspiration for millions across India. In a post on X (formerly Twitter), PM Modi highlighted President Murmu’s unwavering commitment to public service, social justice, and inclusive development, describing her as a beacon of hope and strength. He praised her tireless efforts to empower the poor and downtrodden, wishing her a long and healthy life dedicated to the service of the nation.
President Droupadi Murmu, who was sworn in as the 15th President of India on July 25, 2022, has a remarkable journey marked by resilience and dedication. Born on June 20, 1958, in Uparbeda village, Odisha, into a Santhali tribal family, she overcame significant hardships in her early life. Determined to pursue education, she moved to Bhubaneswar and graduated with a BA from Ramadevi Women’s College, becoming the first woman from her village to achieve a college degree.
Murmu began her career as a Junior Assistant in the Irrigation and Power Department of the Odisha government from 1979 to 1983. She later served as an honorary teacher at the Sri Aurobindo Integral Education Centre in Rairangpur between 1994 and 1997. Her commitment to public service led her to become the Governor of Jharkhand on May 18, 2015, making her the first woman tribal Governor of a tribal-majority state. During her tenure, she was widely praised for upholding constitutional values and championing the rights of tribal communities.
President Murmu’s life story is a testament to her dedication to empowering marginalized sections and deepening democratic values, continuing to inspire countless people across the country.