PM Modi wishes Prez Murmu on birthday, praises her efforts to empower poor

'She has always worked to empower the poor and downtrodden. May she be blessed with a long and healthy life in service of the people,' Modi said

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2 min read Last Updated : Jun 20 2025 | 1:54 PM IST

Prime Minister Narendra Modi greeted President Droupadi Murmu on her 67th birthday on Friday, and said her life and leadership continue to inspire crores of people across the country.

"Warmest birthday wishes to Rashtrapati Ji. Her life and leadership continue to inspire crores of people across the country. Her unwavering commitment to public service, social justice and inclusive development are a beacon of hope and strength for everyone," Modi said on X.

"She has always worked to empower the poor and downtrodden. May she be blessed with a long and healthy life in service of the people," he added.

Murmu is India's first tribal president and assumed the office in 2022.

 

Congress wishes President Murmu on her birthday

The Congress on Friday extended birthday greetings to President Droupadi Murmu and wished that her unwavering dedication to the nation's progress, welfare and justice continues to lead the country on the path of truth and virtuousness.

Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge said, "On behalf of the Indian National Congress, we extend our warm birthday wishes to the Hon'ble President of India, Smt. Droupadi Murmu ji."

"May her wisdom and unwavering dedication to the nation's progress, welfare, and justice continue to lead the country on the path of truth and virtuousness," he said on X.

"We wish her a long, healthy, and fulfilling life," Kharge said.

Bengal CM Mamata greets Prez Murmu

West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee on Friday greeted President Droupadi Murmu on her birthday.

In a post on social media platform X, Banerjee wrote, "My warmest wishes to Hon'ble President of India, Smt. Droupadi Murmu on her birthday." "May she be blessed with a long life, good health, and profound happiness as she continues to serve the nation with grace and dedication," she added.

UP CM Adityanath extends birthday greetings to President

Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath and Deputy Chief Ministers Keshav Prasad Maurya and Brajesh Pathak on Friday extended birthday greetings to President Droupadi Murmu.

In a post on X in Hindi, Adityanath said, "Symbol of service and simplicity, Honourable President Droupadi Murmu ji. Heartiest congratulations on her birthday! I pray to Lord Shri Jagannath for your long, healthy and glorious life."

 

Extending birthday wishes, Maurya said, "I pray to Lord Shri Jagannath for your good health and long life."

 

Pathak also extended birthday greetings to Murmu.

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First Published: Jun 20 2025 | 1:51 PM IST

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