New Delhi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday extended warm birthday greetings to President Droupadi Murmu, praising her remarkable journey in public life and describing her as an inspiration to millions across the country.
In a post on X, the Prime Minister highlighted President Murmu’s courage, humility and unwavering commitment to public service, while lauding her contributions towards the welfare of the underprivileged and marginalised sections of society.
PM praises President’s public service
“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,” Prime Minister Modi said.
The Prime Minister further commended President Murmu’s dedication to nation-building and social welfare.
“Through her many years in public life, she has served the nation in an outstanding manner, especially passionate about the wellbeing of the underprivileged and marginalised. Her steadfast dedication to India’s development is very motivating,” he added.
Wishing the President a long and healthy life, Modi said, “May she be blessed with a long and healthy life in the service of the nation. I look forward to meeting her later today at the programme in Odisha.”
Yogi Adityanath also extends greetings
Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath also greeted President Murmu on her birthday and lauded her commitment to constitutional values and the upliftment of tribal communities.
In a post on X, Adityanath wrote, “Heartfelt birthday greetings to Her Excellency the President, Smt. Droupadi Murmu Ji. Your simple life, unwavering dedication to the upliftment of tribal society, and steadfast commitment to constitutional values serve as an exemplary inspiration for all citizens of the country.”
“I pray to Lord Sri Jagannath Ji for your long and illustrious life and excellent health,” he added.
Journey from tribal village to Rashtrapati Bhavan
Droupadi Murmu assumed office as India’s 15th President on July 25, 2022, becoming the country’s first tribal woman President and the youngest person to hold the highest constitutional office.
Before becoming President, she served as the Governor of Jharkhand from 2015 to 2021.
Born on June 20, 1958, in Uparbeda in Odisha’s Mayurbhanj district to a Santhal tribal family, President Murmu’s life story is widely regarded as one of perseverance and determination.
She began her education at a village primary school and later became the first girl from her village to pass the matriculation examination and earn a college degree.
President Murmu graduated from Ramadevi Women’s College in 1979 with a Bachelor of Arts degree in Political Science and Economics.
Inspiring journey in public life
Overcoming social and economic challenges, President Murmu built a distinguished career in public service and earned respect across political and social spheres.
Her rise from a remote tribal village in Odisha to Rashtrapati Bhavan remains one of the most inspiring stories in contemporary Indian public life.
Leaders across the political spectrum joined in extending birthday wishes to the President, recognising her contributions to public service and her role as a symbol of empowerment and social inclusion.