BJP holds roadshow in Delhi to celebrate Droupadi Murmu's win
2 years, 5 months ago

BJP holds roadshow in Delhi to celebrate Droupadi Murmu's win

India Today  

The BJP’s Delhi unit held a grand roadshow in the national capital to celebrate Droupadi Murmu’s victory in the presidential election. Droupadi Murmu will become India’s first tribal and second woman president. BJP MPs Meenakshi Lekhi, Manoj Tiwari, Ramesh Bidhuri, including the party's state unit president Adesh Gupta and others joined the rally with many tribal people and folk dancers performing enroute. This was a long awaited moment for the tribal community and it was only made possible due to the leadership of Prime Minister Modi," said Adesh Gupta, president, Delhi BJP.

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President Droupadi Murmu lauds India's performance at Asian Games
10 months, 3 weeks ago

President Droupadi Murmu lauds India's performance at Asian Games

India TV News  

The Budget Session of Parliament began today with the President Droupadi addressing to a joint sitting, the government and opposition parties. At the same time, she also highlighted India's success at the Asian Games last year in Hangzhou. For the unversed, India won a massive 107 medals at the Asian Games in Hangzhou last year bettering their effort from 70 …

Udhayanidhi Stalin targets Sanatan Dharma again, accuses BJP of insulting President Murmu
1 year, 3 months ago

Udhayanidhi Stalin targets Sanatan Dharma again, accuses BJP of insulting President Murmu

India TV News  

Opposition leaders have been expressing surprise over President Droupadi Murmu not being invited to the important occasion of shifting Parliament to new premises. Meanwhile, DMK Youth wing leader and Tamil Nadu Minister Udhayanidhi Stalin on Wednesday alleged that she was not invited to the new Parliament building, during its inauguration earlier or now, as she was a widow and hailed …

India moving forward in its developmental journey with democratic methods: President Murmu
1 year, 5 months ago

India moving forward in its developmental journey with democratic methods: President Murmu

India TV News  

President on Indian democracy: President Droupadi Murmu on Friday noted that the democratic system in India is continuously getting stronger and is the biggest proof is the wide participation of the masses in the general elections. President Murmu said that during the 75 years since independence, India has kept its democratic values intact despite facing a host of challenges. "Our …

President Droupadi Murmu's Bengal Visit Triggers Another TMC-BJP Tussle
1 year, 8 months ago

President Droupadi Murmu's Bengal Visit Triggers Another TMC-BJP Tussle

News 18  

The visit of President Droupadi Murmu to West Bengal has also sparked a political face-off between the Trinamool Congress and Bharatiya Janata Party. On Monday, the state’s TMC government organised a grand reception for India’s first tribal woman President, but the BJP was absent. Those who queued up to vote against her would take the centre stage & hog the …

President Droupadi Murmu to visit M.P. on Nov 15
2 years, 1 month ago

President Droupadi Murmu to visit M.P. on Nov 15

The Hindu  

President Droupadi Murmu will take part in the 'Janjatiya Gaurav Diwas' programme in Madhya Pradesh's Shahdol district on Tuesday, Chief Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan has said. On the same day, the Panchayats Extension to Scheduled Areas Act will also be officially implemented in the state, Mr. Chouhan told reporters on Sunday. The government had last year declared November 15 as …

By Making Droupadi Murmu President, BJP is Mobilising Tribal Communities for Electoral Politics - News18
2 years, 2 months ago

By Making Droupadi Murmu President, BJP is Mobilising Tribal Communities for Electoral Politics - News18

News 18  

Prime Minister Narendra Modi recently advised the BJP workers to perform a new experiment with social equations of our society. Through a homogeneous identity, it is assumed that this political act may mobilise tribal communities in the favour of BJP in the coming elections. Making Droupadi Murmu the President may also influence the politics of the state assembly elections in …

President Draupadi Murmu delivers her maiden I-Day eve speech | Full text
2 years, 4 months ago

President Draupadi Murmu delivers her maiden I-Day eve speech | Full text

Hindustan Times  

My dear fellow citizens, Image grab from the video posted by Rashtrapati Bhavan on Twitter. The government’s decision last year to observe 15th November as ‘Janajatiya Gaurav Divas’ is welcome because our tribal heroes are not merely local or regional icons but they inspire the entire nation. Dear Citizens, For a nation, particularly an ancient one such as India, the …

PM Modi lauds election of Droupadi Murmu as first tribal woman President
2 years, 4 months ago

PM Modi lauds election of Droupadi Murmu as first tribal woman President

The Hindu  

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday lauded the election of Droupadi Murmu, saying that a dream of an inclusive democracy envisaged by the country’s founding fathers has been realised. Our government is also planning a museum in memory of the tribal freedom struggle.” He added that during his reign as Prime Minister, he ensured national recognition of the tribal community’s …

How Droupadi Murmu’s First Speech Hits the Right Note, Reminds of Kalam Presidency
2 years, 4 months ago

How Droupadi Murmu’s First Speech Hits the Right Note, Reminds of Kalam Presidency

News 18  

The moment that 64-year-old Droupadi Murmu’s nomination was announced by the Bharatiya Janata Party for the presidential polls, her win was certain — not only due to the mathematics of it but also due to the socio-political significance of her candidature. Murmu’s candidature is a tectonic shift in the way India thinks, signalling that as a country, we are aggressively …

Backing Droupadi Murmu was a big dilemma for Hemant Soren, says Union Minister Arjun Munda
2 years, 4 months ago

Backing Droupadi Murmu was a big dilemma for Hemant Soren, says Union Minister Arjun Munda

Firstpost  

While refraining from saying more about Jharkhand CM Soren, the union tribal affairs minister said the decisions being made by the Modi government are to better the lives of those who have been neglected for years. New Delhi: Ever since the Jharkhand Mukti Morcha voted for Droupadi Murmu during her run for the President’s post while its coalition partner in …

Droupadi Murmu: Afghan envoy lauds India’s women empowerment
2 years, 4 months ago

Droupadi Murmu: Afghan envoy lauds India’s women empowerment

Live Mint  

Farid Mamundzay, the ambassador of Afghanistan to India, expressed his gratitude for Droupadi Murmu's selection as the country's new leader and made comparisons between her ascent and the appalling treatment of Afghan women under the Taliban. "Hon'ble President Droupadi Murmu - A woman from a marginalized tribe takes India's highest office at a time when Afghan women face erosion of …

OPINION | Droupadi Murmu as President: A watershed moment for India
2 years, 4 months ago

OPINION | Droupadi Murmu as President: A watershed moment for India

India TV News  

The swearing-in of Droupadi Murmu as India’s youngest and first tribal President marked, what Prime Minister Narendra Modi described, as “a watershed moment for India, especially for the poor, marginal and downtrodden.” She is the second woman to take over as President. Wearing a hand-woven Santhali saree that her sister-in-law brought with her to Delhi, Droupadi Murmu addressed the august …

BJP to woo tribals in poll-bound states
2 years, 4 months ago

BJP to woo tribals in poll-bound states

Deccan Chronicle  

New Delhi: As Droupadi Murmu took charge as India’s 15th President, the BJP is all set to step up its tribal outreach strategy in the four poll-bound states. The BJP’s electoral record in the tribal belt has been “somewhat poor”, a party leader said. Earlier, after nominating Ms Murmu as the NDA’s candidate for President, Prime Minister Narendra Modi had …

PM Hails 'Watershed Moment' as Droupadi Murmu Takes Oath as 1st Tribal President; Ex-Prez Kovind Leaves Rashtrapati Bhawan
2 years, 4 months ago

PM Hails 'Watershed Moment' as Droupadi Murmu Takes Oath as 1st Tribal President; Ex-Prez Kovind Leaves Rashtrapati Bhawan

News 18  

President Oath-taking Updates: President Droupadi Murmu on Monday said her election to the top constitutional post proves that in India, the poor can not only dream but also fulfil those aspirations. In her address after Chief Justice of India N V Ramana administered to her the oath as the 15th President of India, Murmu thanked all MPs and MLAs for …

Anand Mahindra turns to President Droupadi Murmu for inspiration. See post
2 years, 4 months ago

Anand Mahindra turns to President Droupadi Murmu for inspiration. See post

Live Mint  

Mahindra Group Chairman Anand Mahindra on Monday commemorated a significant moment in India's history, as the country's first-ever tribal President Droupadi Murmu took oath. Notably, Droupadi Murmu was sworn in as India's president on Monday, making her the first person from one of the country's marginalised tribal communities to serve as head of the country. Droupadi Murmu further added, "but …

Xi congratulates President Murmu, talks of India-China ties
2 years, 4 months ago

Xi congratulates President Murmu, talks of India-China ties

Hindustan Times  

Chinese President Xi Jinping on Monday congratulated Droupadi Murmu after she took oath as the 15th President of India. In his congratulatory message, Xi said that he is ready to work with Murmu to enhance political mutual trust, properly handle differences and push bilateral ties forward on the right track, a report by Xinhua news agency said. The Chinese president …

Droupadi Murmu assumes office, with a johar greeting
2 years, 5 months ago

Droupadi Murmu assumes office, with a johar greeting

Live Mint  

Droupadi Murmu in her maiden address to the nation as its 15th president spoke of her humble beginnings as a Santhal tribal, born in a small village in Odisha. By any reckoning, it was a watershed moment in India’s history when the 64-year-old Murmu took the stage for her swearing in—and began with the Santhal greeting: “Johar”. “The poor in …

Address by Droupadi Murmu on her assumption of office as President of India
2 years, 5 months ago

Address by Droupadi Murmu on her assumption of office as President of India

The Hindu  

New Delhi : 25.07.2022 Johar! I also happen to be the first President of the country who was born in independent India. This election of mine also shows the courage of today's youth of India who is ready to walk on new paths and shun the beaten tracks. Ladies and Gentlemen, Our freedom struggle had prepared the roadmap for India's …

Droupadi Murmu takes oath as 15th President of India
2 years, 5 months ago

Droupadi Murmu takes oath as 15th President of India

The Hindu  

Droupadi Murmu took oath of office as the 15th President of India on Monday and created history by being the first tribal head of State and the second woman to occupy the country’s highest constitutional post. That I attained the post of President is not my personal achievement, it is the achievement of every poor person in India,” she said …

Former President Ram Nath Kovind Moves Out of Rashtrapati Bhavan After Droupadi Murmu Sworn-in
2 years, 5 months ago

Former President Ram Nath Kovind Moves Out of Rashtrapati Bhavan After Droupadi Murmu Sworn-in

News 18  

Former President of India Ram Nath Kovind vacated Rashtrapati Bhavan on Monday, hours after his successor, Droupadi Murmu, was sworn-in as the fifteenth President of India. Droupadi Murmu was on Monday sworn in as India’s 15th President at an impressive ceremony in the Central Hall of Parliament. Chief Justice of India N V Ramana administered the oath of office to …

A sweet reminder of Droupadi Murmu’s humble roots at her swearing-in
2 years, 5 months ago

A sweet reminder of Droupadi Murmu’s humble roots at her swearing-in

Firstpost  

In a speech after taking oath as India’s first tribal President, Droupadi Murmu spoke about her humble beginnings and the Santhal revolution. Her brother carried Arisa pitha, a traditional sweet for Murmu, and her sister-in-law gifted her a Jhal saree, worn by Santhal women on occasions President Droupadi Murmu created history as she took the oath to the highest constitutional …

India Gets Its Youngest & First Tribal Woman at Top Office as Droupadi Murmu Takes Oath as President
2 years, 5 months ago

India Gets Its Youngest & First Tribal Woman at Top Office as Droupadi Murmu Takes Oath as President

News 18  

President-elect Droupadi Murmu on Monday took the oath of office of the highest constitutional post in the country, followed by thunderous applause at the Central Hall of the Parliament. Murmu is the second woman President of the country, first-ever tribal woman to hold the highest Constitutional post and the first President to be born in independent India. President Murmu also …

Droupadi Murmu is India's 15th president, first tribal leader in office
2 years, 5 months ago

Droupadi Murmu is India's 15th president, first tribal leader in office

Hindustan Times  

Droupadi Murmu was sworn-in as the country's 15th President in the Central Hall of Parliament by Chief Justice of India NV Ramana on Monday. The ceremony was attended by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Rajya Sabha chairman M Venkaiah Naidu, Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla, members of the council of ministers, governors, chief ministers, heads of diplomatic missions, members of Parliament …

Droupadi Murmu all set to take oath as India’s 15th President today
2 years, 5 months ago

Droupadi Murmu all set to take oath as India’s 15th President today

Live Mint  

Newly-elected President of India who hails from the tribal community and was a Jharkhand Governor, Droupadi Murmu is all set to take oath at the top constitutional position on Monday. Murmu will be accompanied by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Vice President M Venkaiah Naidu, Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla to the Central Hall for the oath ceremony. Prime Minister Narendra …

President Droupadi Murmu assumes office of the President at Rashtrapati Bhavan | HIGHLIGHTS
2 years, 5 months ago

President Droupadi Murmu assumes office of the President at Rashtrapati Bhavan | HIGHLIGHTS

India TV News  

Born in a Santali tribal family on June 30, 1958, in Uparbeda village coming under Mayurbhanj district in Odisha, she had her education from Bhubaneswar and went on to work first as a junior assistant in the State Irrigation and Power Department from 1979 to 1983. After this short stint as a clerk, she became a teacher at Sri Aurobindo …

India's youngest, first tribal president Droupadi Murmu to take oath today
2 years, 5 months ago

India's youngest, first tribal president Droupadi Murmu to take oath today

India Today  

President-elect Droupadi Murmu will take oath as the 15th President of India on Monday. Droupadi Murmu will take the oath of office in the presence of the Chief Justice of India NV Ramana. Droupadi Murmu's oath-taking: Time, Venue Droupadi Murmu will leave her temporary residence at Uma Shankar Dixit Lane for Rajghat at 08.15 am. Droupadi Murmu will be escorted …

Droupadi Murmu to take oath as President on Monday followed by 21 gun salute
2 years, 5 months ago

Droupadi Murmu to take oath as President on Monday followed by 21 gun salute

Deccan Chronicle  

New Delhi: President-elect Droupadi Murmu will take oath of office of the highest constitutional post of the country on Monday followed by a 21 gun salute. The Union Home Ministry said the ceremony will be held at the central hall of Parliament at 10.15 AM on Monday where Chief Justice of India N V Ramana will administer the oath of …

Droupadi Murmu to take oath as 15th President Of India tomorrow
2 years, 5 months ago

Droupadi Murmu to take oath as 15th President Of India tomorrow

Live Mint  

President-elect Droupadi Murmu will take oath as the 15th President of India on Monday. The ceremony scheduled to be held on July 25 will be attended by Chairman of the Rajya Sabha M Venkaiah Naidu, Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Chief Justice of India NV Ramana, Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla, members of the Council of Ministers, state Governors, Chief Ministers, …

New President Droupadi Murmu receives special congratulatory wish from Amul, see here
2 years, 5 months ago

New President Droupadi Murmu receives special congratulatory wish from Amul, see here

India TV News  

With NDA's Presidential nominee Droupadi Murmu securing the majority mark to be elected as the 15th President of India, a special tribute followed in. Keeping up with its tradition of posting topical doodles on film releases, celebrity weddings and other significant events, dairy brand Amul celebrated Droupadi Murmu's win with a special doodle. Take a look at the post: NDA …

Droupadi Murmu's historic oath-taking cermony today as she becomes 15th President of India | 10 points
2 years, 5 months ago

Droupadi Murmu's historic oath-taking cermony today as she becomes 15th President of India | 10 points

India TV News  

Droupadi Murmu Oath Taking Ceremony: President-elect Droupadi Murmu will take oath of office of the highest constitutional post of the country on Monday. Murmu, India's first tribal woman to become President, will take the oath of office followed by a 21 gun salute, the home ministry said. Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Saturday said Droupadi Murmu's victory in the …

Droupadi Murmu's victory a reply to those who pay lip service to tribal empowerment, but divide communities: Home Minister Amit Shah
2 years, 5 months ago

Droupadi Murmu's victory a reply to those who pay lip service to tribal empowerment, but divide communities: Home Minister Amit Shah

The Hindu  

Union Home Minister Amit Shah on July 23 termed Droupadi Murmu's election as India's President a "historic event", and said her victory was a reply to those who only talk about empowerment of tribals, but divide communities. He said empowerment of tribals is achieved not by talking about it, but through the moves such as these Mr. Shah added that …

Odisha’s tale of two presidents, Droupadi Murmu and VV Giri
2 years, 5 months ago

Odisha’s tale of two presidents, Droupadi Murmu and VV Giri

Firstpost  

Droupadi Murmu from Odisha’s Mayurbhanj has become the first tribal woman to reach the highest office in India. In 1969, VV Giri from Berhampur became the only President to have won with a margin of less than one lakh votes On Thursday, Droupadi Murmu entered the golden pages of history after registering an impressive victory against Yashwant Sinha to become …

President-elect Droupadi Murmu: A peek inside her simple life
2 years, 5 months ago

President-elect Droupadi Murmu: A peek inside her simple life

Firstpost  

Born to an impoverished family belonging to the Santhal tribe, Murmu’s life was full of difficulties and personal tragedies New Delhi: The Rashtrapati Bhavan has more than 300 rooms. This place is much in contrast to the simple life India’s president-elect Droupadi Murmu has been leading. Appointment as #Jharkhand Governor pic.twitter.com/8eFLzmpZP4 — Rupashree Nanda July 21, 2022 Murmu who belongs …

Droupadi Murmu’s Win Shows Modi Govt’s Commitment to Tribals’ Rights, Naari Shakti: Sarma
2 years, 5 months ago

Droupadi Murmu’s Win Shows Modi Govt’s Commitment to Tribals’ Rights, Naari Shakti: Sarma

News 18  

Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma called National Democratic Alliance candidate Droupadi Murmu’s victory in the Presidential polls on Thursday a reflection of Prime Minister Narendra Modi-led government’s commitment to “tribals’ rights and naari shakti”. I also thank Prime Minister Narendra Modi ji for giving us opportunity to witness this historical moment.” Thousands of people from different tribes of Assam …

Droupadi Murmu becomes first tribal President: A look at women's power club in India
2 years, 5 months ago

Droupadi Murmu becomes first tribal President: A look at women's power club in India

Firstpost  

Droupadi Murmu joins the league of powerful woman leaders like Indira Gandhi and Sushma Swaraj. Pratibha Patil A former governor of Rajasthan, Pratibha Patil became the first female President of India on 25 July 2007. Sushma Swaraj Swaraj became the first female chief minister of Delhi in October 1998, which also made her the first female chief minister from the …

Droupadi Murmu becomes India’s first tribal woman president
2 years, 5 months ago

Droupadi Murmu becomes India’s first tribal woman president

The Independent  

For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Droupadi Murmu has become the …

Droupadi Murmu Receives Unexpected Vote from Kerala; BJP Terms it 'Positive Vote'
2 years, 5 months ago

Droupadi Murmu Receives Unexpected Vote from Kerala; BJP Terms it 'Positive Vote'

News 18  

The recently held presidential election and the historic victory of Droupadi Murmu are likely to create political ripples in Kerala as the NDA candidate received an unexpected vote from the southern state. As there is no BJP legislator in the 140-member state Assembly, it was generally expected that the entire votes would be polled to opposition nominee Yashwant Sinha. The …

Droupadi Murmu elected 15th President: Salary, perks, retirement benefits of India's 1st citizen | 10 points
2 years, 5 months ago

Droupadi Murmu elected 15th President: Salary, perks, retirement benefits of India's 1st citizen | 10 points

Hindustan Times  

Droupadi Murmu was elected India's 15th president on Thursday after she defeated opposition's Yashwant Sinha with an impressive margin. The first tribal president, also the youngest president in the history of India, will be the new resident of the Rashtrapati Bhavan after she takes the oath on July 25. Here are 10 things to know about the President of India's …

Amit Shah Says Election of Droupadi Murmu as President 'Great Pride' for India
2 years, 5 months ago

Amit Shah Says Election of Droupadi Murmu as President 'Great Pride' for India

News 18  

Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Thursday congratulated Droupadi Murmu for her election as the President of India and said it is a moment of great pride for the entire country. एक अति सामान्य जनजातीय परिवार से आने वाली NDA प्रत्याशी श्रीमती द्रौपदी मुर्मू जी का भारत का राष्ट्रपति चुना जाना पूरे देश के लिए अत्यंत गौरव का पल है, …

Presidential polls: Election Commission to issue certificate of election to Droupadi Murmu on Friday
2 years, 5 months ago

Presidential polls: Election Commission to issue certificate of election to Droupadi Murmu on Friday

Firstpost  

Droupadi Murmu scripted history on Thursday by becoming India’s first tribal President in the one-sided contest, defeating Opposition candidate Yashwant Sinha New Delhi: The Election Commission will on Friday issue a ‘certificate of election’ to NDA nominee Droupadi Murmu who has emerged victorious in the presidential poll. Droupadi Murmu scripted history on Thursday by becoming India’s first tribal President in …

How Droupadi Murmu’s presidency will be in sync with ethos of New India
2 years, 5 months ago

How Droupadi Murmu’s presidency will be in sync with ethos of New India

Firstpost  

It is an India that has broken away now from the old pseudo-secularist manner that was a formula for state-administered discrimination against the majority of its people. It is now inclusive, but with a strong emphasis on its Hindu mainstays Even as counting of votes of MPs from seven states was completed by late afternoon on the 21st of July …

President Polls: EC issues certificate of election to Droupadi Murmu
2 years, 5 months ago

President Polls: EC issues certificate of election to Droupadi Murmu

India TV News  

Droupadi Murmu news: Congratulations kept pouring in for NDA nominee Droupadi Murmu today, a day after she was elected as the 15th President of India. "CEC Shri Rajiv Kumar & EC Shri Anup Chandra Pandey jointly signed the 'Certification of the Election of Shrimati Droupadi Murmu as the next President of India' after ECI received the Return of Election & …

OPINION | The message of Droupadi Murmu’s election as President
2 years, 5 months ago

OPINION | The message of Droupadi Murmu’s election as President

India TV News  

It was a proud moment for India on Thursday when Droupadi Murmu was elected the 15th President of India. BJP President J P Nadda, Defence Minister Rajnath Singh, Home Minister Amit Shah, Union Ministers Gajendra Singh Shekhawat and Dharmendra Pradhan went to Murmu’s residence to congratulate her on being elected President. Already, BJP has chalked out plans for celebrating Murmu’s …

Madam President: The Hindu Editorial on Droupadi Murmu’s election as India’s 15th President
2 years, 5 months ago

Madam President: The Hindu Editorial on Droupadi Murmu’s election as India’s 15th President

The Hindu  

The election of Droupadi Murmu as India’s 15th President is rich in symbolism. In the 75th year of the country’s Independence, Ms. Murmu becomes the second woman to occupy the Rashtrapati Bhavan, and the first member of a tribal community to do so. Ms. Murmu’s election is a milestone in the journey of tribal empowerment, though she is by no …

Presidential Election : Will the fate of tribals change as Murmu is bcoming the new President ?
2 years, 5 months ago

Presidential Election : Will the fate of tribals change as Murmu is bcoming the new President ?

ABP News  

NDA's Draupadi Murmu on Thursday scripted history as she won the presidential election to become the first tribal woman set to occupy India's top constitutional post. Murmu crossed the 50 per cent mark to defeat Opposition's candidate Yashwant Sinha. Draupadi Murmu, who also served as Governor Of Jharkhand between 2015-2021, will succeed Ram Nath Kovind to become India’s 15th President. …

Opposition congratulates President-elect Droupadi Murmu
2 years, 5 months ago

Opposition congratulates President-elect Droupadi Murmu

The Hindu  

July 21, 2022 11:44 pm | Updated 11:46 pm IST - NEW DELHI The Opposition parties on Thursday congratulated NDA candidate Droupadi Murmu on being elected as the 15th President of India. As the custodian of the Constitution of India, we look forward to the protection and strengthening of our constitutional values and the character of secular, democratic Indian republic.” …

PM Modi, Amit Shah congratulate Droupadi Murmu on historic victory
2 years, 5 months ago

PM Modi, Amit Shah congratulate Droupadi Murmu on historic victory

The Hindu  

As it became clear by Thursday evening that Droupadi Murmu was all set to be elected to the office of the President of India, even before the results were announced, Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Union Home minister Amit Shah and Defence Minister Rajnath Singh reached Ms. Murmu’s Delhi residence to congratulate her. Prime Minister tweeted that “at a time when …

President-elect Droupadi Murmu's tally boosted by cross-voting | Here's list
2 years, 5 months ago

President-elect Droupadi Murmu's tally boosted by cross-voting | Here's list

Hindustan Times  

Over 120 MLAs from across state assemblies cross-voted in support of president-elect Droupadi Murmu, defying their parties' stated support to Opposition candidate Yashwant Sinha. States which saw most cross-voting by MLAs Assam: 22 Madhya Pradesh: 19 Maharashtra: 16 Uttar Pradesh: 12 Gujarat: 10 Jharkhand: 10 Bihar: 6 Chhattisgarh: 6 Rajasthan 5 Goa 4 Murmu's tribal background appeared to have drawn …

Droupadi Murmu Elected India’s 15th President – First Tribal to Hold The Post
2 years, 5 months ago

Droupadi Murmu Elected India’s 15th President – First Tribal to Hold The Post

News 18  

Presidential Election 2022 Result Updates: The BJP-led NDA’s nominee Droupadi Murmu on Thursday became India’s 15th President. Locals of Murmu’s hometown Rairangpur have prepared 20,000 ladoos for distribution among the people and hoardings have been put up congratulating “Odisha’s daughter” as they expressed confidence in her win and geared up for celebrations. Various local organizations such as traders’ bodies, bar …

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