Bhubaneswar, July 1(OT Webdesk): President Droupadi Murmu is set to embark on a two-day official visit to Odisha from July 14 to 15, underscoring her continued engagement with the state’s academic and cultural institutions.
On July 14, the President will attend the convocation ceremony of AIIMS Bhubaneswar, highlighting her support for advancements in healthcare and higher education.
The next day, July 15, she will be in Cuttack for a series of significant events:
- Delivering a convocation address at Ravenshaw University
- Laying the foundation stone for the new Ravenshaw Girls’ School
- Offering a floral tribute to Adikabi Sarala Das, paying homage to Odisha’s literary roots
- Attending the Kalinga Ratna Awards 2024 as the Chief Guest, celebrating excellence across disciplines
President Murmu’s visit holds symbolic resonance, especially as the first tribal woman to assume India’s highest constitutional post.
Her itinerary underscores Odisha’s blend of tradition and progress, and her presence reinforces the central government’s commitment to empowering education and preserving regional heritage.
