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Droupadi Murmu
Who is Droupadi Murmu?
Droupadi Murmu, a 64-year-old tribal leader from Odisha, on June 21, 2022, was named as the presidential candidate by the ruling NDA government. If elected, Murmu will become India's first tribal and second woman President.
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Development becomes meaningful when benefits reach all: President Murmu
President Murmu said development becomes meaningful only when its benefits reach every citizen, while stressing the importance of preserving cultural identity and advancing tribal welfare
 "Development becomes meaningful when benefits reach all: President Murmu")
President Murmu, PM Modi launch projects worth over ₹47,600 crore in Odisha
The projects, spanning sectors such as energy, industrial infrastructure, roads, drinking water, health, education, tourism and irrigation, were unveiled on the 2nd anniversary of the Odisha BJP govt
 "President Murmu, PM Modi launch projects worth over ₹47,600 crore in Odisha")
PM Modi, Vice President Radhakrishnan greet President Murmu on birthday
PM Modi, Vice President C P Radhakrishnan hail Murmu's service, leadership on birthday
India can eliminate sickle cell disease well before 2047: President Murmu
Murmu said various scientific studies had shown that the prevalence of sickle cell anaemia among tribal communities was several times higher than in the general population
 "India can eliminate sickle cell disease well before 2047: President Murmu")
President Murmu, PM Modi to attend Odisha BJP govt's 2nd anniversary event
President Droupadi Murmu and Prime Minister Narendra Modi will attend the Odisha BJP government's second anniversary celebrations in Rairangpur on June 20
 "President Murmu, PM Modi to attend Odisha BJP govt's 2nd anniversary event")
President Murmu approves increasing SC judge strength from 34 to 38
The Union Cabinet, chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, on May 5 approved the proposal for introducing The Supreme Court (Number of Judges) Amendment Bill, 2026 in Parliament
 "President Murmu approves increasing SC judge strength from 34 to 38")
Raghav Chadha meets President Murmu, alleges harassment of MPs who quit AAP
Chadha claimed that former cricketer and MP Harbhajan Singh has been attacked, while industrialist and MP Rajendra Gupta's business operations have allegedly been disrupted
 "Raghav Chadha meets President Murmu, alleges harassment of MPs who quit AAP")
President Murmu's Atal Tunnel visit cancelled due to inclement weather
The visit was part of the President's scheduled tour of Himachal Pradesh from April 27 to May 1, which included halts at Rashtrapati Niwas in Mashobra, Shimla, the Atal Tunnel, and Palampur
AI transforming healthcare, but human empathy is irreplaceable: Murmu
She urged the young medical professionals to remain prepared to adopt these latest technologies to enhance their knowledge and skills, and to treat illnesses more effectively
President, PM pay tribute to Jyotiba Phule on his 200th birth anniversary
Mahatma Jyotirao Phule was a renowned Indian social activist, reformer, and writer from Maharashtra
 "President, PM pay tribute to Jyotiba Phule on his 200th birth anniversary")
President Murmu greets citizens on Easter eve, calls for peace and harmony
The resurrection of Lord Jesus Christ encourages people to embrace the values of truth, love, compassion, sacrifice and forgiveness, the President said in a message
 "President Murmu greets citizens on Easter eve, calls for peace and harmony")
India's first digital census begins; President, PM participate in exercise
Prime Minister Modi also filled his self-enumeration details in the presence of the officials
 "India's first digital census begins; President, PM participate in exercise")
Women should get greater role in agri-food sector, says President Murmu
Murmu called for targeted support for women farmers on issues of land titles, access to technical knowledge, and institutional finance
 "Women should get greater role in agri-food sector, says President Murmu")
PM Modi accuses Bengal govt of insulting President Murmu during state visit
The prime minister said that the pain and anguish expressed by the President, who herself hails from a tribal community, has caused immense sadness in the minds of the people of India
 "PM Modi accuses Bengal govt of insulting President Murmu during state visit")
Santal freedom fighters not given due recognition: Droupadi Murmu
The President urged the community to ensure that the younger generation receives proper schooling
 "Santal freedom fighters not given due recognition: Droupadi Murmu")
President Murmu launches four women-centric welfare schemes in Delhi
At the event held at the Indira Gandhi Indoor Stadium, the President also launched a scheme providing two free LPG cylinders annually to ration card-holding families on Holi and Diwali
 "President Murmu launches four women-centric welfare schemes in Delhi")
India can be developed only if all get equal chance to progress: Prez Murmu
President Droupadi Murmu was speaking after launching the 'Golden Era of Maharashtra through Unity and Trust' campaign, organised by Brahma Kumaris in Nagpur
 "India can be developed only if all get equal chance to progress: Prez Murmu")
President Murmu to begin 4-day visit to Maha, J'khand, Raj on Tuesday
President Droupadi Murmu will be on a four-day visit of Maharashtra, Jharkhand and Rajasthan from Tuesday, her office has said.
 "President Murmu to begin 4-day visit to Maha, J'khand, Raj on Tuesday")
World saw courage of Indian armed forces through 'Op Sindoor': Prez Murmu
President Murmu said the suspension of the Indus Water Treaty was part of India's fight against terror
 "World saw courage of Indian armed forces through 'Op Sindoor': Prez Murmu")
India shows 'Op Sindoor' valour, cultural hues at 77th R-Day celebrations
Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Defence Minister Rajnath Singh, several other Union ministers, the country's top military brass, foreign diplomats, and senior officials were among the spectators
 "India shows 'Op Sindoor' valour, cultural hues at 77th R-Day celebrations")