PM Modi Receives Grand Welcome in Odisha’s Pahadpur
Prime Minister Narendra Modi arrived in Odisha on June 20, 2026, to a rousing reception in Pahadpur, the native village of President Droupadi Murmu.
The Prime Minister landed in an Indian Air Force MI‑17 helicopter, where he was greeted by Governor Hari Babu Kambhampati, Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi, and senior leaders.
President Murmu had reached earlier and was warmly welcomed by villagers and dignitaries, making the occasion deeply symbolic for Odisha.
Elaborate security and logistical arrangements underscored the importance of the visit.
The simultaneous presence of both the Prime Minister and the President in the tribal heartland was seen as a proud moment for the state, highlighting Odisha’s cultural significance and its growing national prominence.
