New Delhi, Jun 19 (PTI) Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Friday extended birthday greetings to President Droupadi Murmu and said her journey from grassroots to the highest constitutional post “reflects the strength of India’s democracy”.
External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar also conveyed his greetings in a post on X, saying she is a “great inspiration” for the country.
Murmu was sworn-in as the 15th President of India (the country’s first tribal head of state) on July 25, 2022.
She turned 67 on Friday.
“Warm birthday wishes to the President of India, Smt. Droupadi Murmu ji. Her journey from grassroots to the highest constitutional post reflects the strength of India’s democracy.
“Her steadfast commitment to social justice, empowerment of the poor and inclusive growth continues to inspire the nation. Wishing her a long, healthy and fulfilling life in service of the nation,” Singh posted on X.
Murmu, who is on a three-day visit of Uttarakhand from Thursday, was born on June 20, 1958 at Uparbeda village in Odisha’s Mayurbhanj.
“Warmest greetings to Hon’ble President Droupadi Murmu ji on her birthday. She is a great inspiration for the country. Wish her good health and many more years in service of the nation.” Jaishankar said in his post. PTI KND SKY SKY
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